Mi Storage Units
Made by Poltrona Frau
The name Mi is drawn from Chinese pinyin, carrying a double meaning: the act of looking, and the idea of a secret. Designed by Shanghai and London-based studio Neri & Hu, the collection is built around this tension between what is shown and what is withheld. Objects rest partially concealed behind an oblong external shell, glimpsed through bronzed tempered glass rather than fully exposed.
Each piece is constructed from curved plywood panels set within refined metal frames. The geometry is essential, the proportions deliberate. Storage becomes as much about atmosphere as function, a quiet architecture of suggestion that rewards sustained attention.
- Curved plywood panels within refined metal frames
- Bronzed tempered glass panels
- Curated finish options suited to a range of interior contexts
- Designed by Neri & Hu for Poltrona Frau
Neri & Hu bring to Poltrona Frau a sensibility shaped by both Eastern and Western architectural traditions, one that values restraint as a form of richness. The Mi collection is a precise expression of that dialogue, furniture that holds its own counsel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed the Mi Storage Units?
Mi was designed by Neri & Hu, the Shanghai and London-based architectural and design studio founded by Lyndon Neri and Rossana Hu. The studio is known for work that draws on cross-cultural dialogue, often weaving Chinese spatial philosophy into contemporary form.
What does the name Mi mean?
Mi is derived from Chinese pinyin and carries a layered meaning: it evokes both the act of looking and the concept of a secret or something hidden. This duality is expressed directly in the design, where objects are partially concealed behind the cabinet shell and revealed through bronzed tempered glass.
What configurations are available in the Mi collection?
The Mi collection includes a high cabinet, a low cabinet, and a trolley version. Each shares the same design language, curved plywood panels, metal frames, and bronzed tempered glass shelves, while offering distinct proportions suited to different spatial needs.
What materials are used in the Mi Storage Units?
The units are constructed from curved plywood panels set within metal frames, with bronzed tempered glass shelves. Poltrona Frau offers a range of refined finish options, consistent with the brand's broader commitment to craft and material precision.
What interiors are Mi Storage Units suited for?
Their restrained geometry and architectural presence make them well-suited to living rooms, dining areas, and hospitality interiors. The trolley version in particular offers flexibility, functioning effectively in lounge settings or as a mobile display element within larger residential or contract projects.