Carlotta Outdoor Armchair
Made by Cassina
Designed by Tobia Scarpa and Afra Scarpa
Carlotta first appeared in 1967, shaped by Afra and Tobia Scarpa's gift for generous scale and unhurried authority. Where many chairs compete for attention, Carlotta composes itself, its broad seat and composed silhouette suggesting ease without informality.
Cassina's outdoor interpretation begins with a lightweight aluminum frame, finished to withstand prolonged sun and rain while preserving the quiet, considered presence of the original. An optional teak frame offers a warmer material register for those who prefer natural grain against open sky.
The cushions, upholstered in weather-resistant fabric, carry a depth and visual weight that reads as decidedly interior in character. That tension, between domestic comfort and open-air resilience, is exactly the point. Carlotta does not announce itself as an outdoor chair. It simply extends the interior outward, without apology or compromise.
- Reinterpretation of Afra and Tobia Scarpa's 1967 Carlotta design
- Lightweight aluminum frame, finished for outdoor exposure
- Optional natural teak frame
- Cushions in weather-resistant upholstery
- Suited to terraces, patios, and garden settings
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed the original Carlotta chair?
Carlotta was designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1967 for Cassina. The husband-and-wife duo were among the most influential Italian designers of the postwar period, known for their ability to balance sculptural form with deep comfort.
What materials is the Carlotta Outdoor frame made from?
The outdoor version features a lightweight aluminum frame, engineered for durability in exposed environments. A natural teak frame option is also available for those who prefer the warmth and patina of wood.
Is the Carlotta Outdoor upholstery suitable for exterior use?
Yes. The cushions are upholstered in weather-resistant fabric specifically selected for outdoor performance, resisting UV exposure and moisture while maintaining the chair's refined, interior-quality appearance.
How does the outdoor Carlotta differ from the original indoor version?
The outdoor reinterpretation retains Carlotta's characteristic silhouette and proportions but substitutes indoor materials for aluminum framing and weather-resistant upholstery, adapting the design for terraces and garden environments.
What design period and movement does Carlotta represent?
Carlotta belongs to Italian Modernism's most productive era - the late 1960s - when designers like the Scarpas were redefining domestic comfort through sculptural, architecturally considered furniture that rejected pure functionalism in favor of sensory presence.
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