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What’s New? Check out the 2020 Collection

The new collection is a beautifully balanced; presenting additions to existing collections as well as introducing a couple of new collections.

The new product compliments the Interra collection and provides an array of interior design options, especially in regards to upholstered items. 

We will start by introducing the Blume collection, consisting of the Blume Chair, Blume Lounge and Blume coffee tables. 

The collection is created with elegance and sophistication as inspiration. 

However the true beauty is in the details; the frame of the Blume chair and tables, created with 3 tubes combined to one elongated tube, which pays homage to Art Deco. The frame is what really shows the through and work that went into designing the Blume collection. 

The Blume Tables, have the same frame design as the Blume chairs, which creates a unique look while making it the perfect companion for the Blume chair. Of course per Pedrali usual, the Blume table comes with an array of top and powder-coating options to create an even more unique look. 

The Toa table is another new addition with tapered bridge legs and a lightweight and minimalistic top (again the top is as always customizable). The frame is also customizable as it can be powder coated to fulfill all desires. 

Pedrali puts it nicely “ The main features are its tapered bridge legs made of die-cast aluminum, which are thinner at the base and widen up towards the “T” element that supports the top. The use of geometry gives life to an iconic shape that blends the strength and lightness of minimal design with details that enhance the expressiveness and the style of the materials used”

Less is more! This could not be more true when it comes to the new Rail sun lounger. Rail is a versatile and modern design. The simplicity and modern Scandinavian design make it a beautiful piece to lounge ones well as dress up any outdoor lounge area. 

The new Panarea chair and lounger is a woven outdoor chair; hand woven with 87 yards polypropylene, which makes the chair elegant while maintaining the quality and durability of any outdoor piece. The wide and curved backrest creates an original geometrical pattern and wraps around the steel frame. 

Having introduced the new collections, we move on to the new additions to the collections we already know and love. We have the new Remind armless, originally introduced last year, we are happy to meet a slimmer, more lightweight version, making it the perfect chair for any fluid space.

The Soul upholstered gives the Soul a completely new expression, with a move from a polycarbonate seat to an upholstered seat. It gives the chair an air of sophistication, which makes the Soul chair suitable for an array of different settings. 

Introducing the future of furniture (if nothing else a standard to strive for)!! The new Babila XL is a bigger, more playful addition to the already hugely popular Babila collection. The most amazing part of this chair is not the wide, comfortable seat and backseat with just the right amount of give, but rather that fact that this chair is made 100% from recycled material; 50% post-consumer waste and 50% industrial waste. We cannot get our arms down!!! this is such an amazing chair that simultaneously takes the environment into consideration. 

The Babila XL is also available with a removable fabric sleeve*.

•Pro Trick to keep the chair 100% recycled: choose a fabric from the Re-wool collection; wool made completely from recycled wool! 

The Reva collection might just be one of my personal favorites, which makes the new Reva Twist especially exciting. The steel backrest and armrests are woven with a flat rope in weather-resistant polypropylene, for a more natural appearance, which is complemented by the big fluffy cushions for optimal comfort. Furthermore, the contrast in color allows the woven frame to stand out against the white cushions. The Reva Twist adds a dash of playfulness to an already amazing collection.

For more info please dont hesitate to reach out here!

Also, dont forget to connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram, where we make sure to keep you up to date on the newest trends in the furniture industry (…and in fewer words if you prefer a quick update over the whole story, even though the whole story is pretty awesome, if i do say so myself ;) ).

We look forward to helping you with all your design needs!!

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4 Summer Favorites from the Interra Collection

With summer just around the corner its time to freshen up those outdoor areas with fabulous colors and amazing furniture. Speaking of, we have just the chairs!! Actually, we have A LOT of perfect chairs, but today we will focus on 4 versatile favorites in our Interra Collection.

We are also going to speak to the CEO of Interra to get an insight into the outdoor trends of the season. Viggo has always loved innovative furniture and modern design. Having grown up in Denmark Viggo has a great eye for Scandinavian design, which inspired him as a young entrepreneur starting his own furniture company. About 6 years ago, Viggo started searching for something new which led him to create the Interra Collection, a completely Italian design line that “combines the Scandinavian feel with the innovation and playfulness of Italian design”.

Viggo Has chosen 4 chairs that we will be presenting throughout this blog post, as well as the reason for his choice.  

Let's dive right into that amazing summer feeling!!

Summer Chair

What better chair to represent the summer vibe than the Summer chair. The summer chair is a classic in outdoor furniture. Inspired by the ’60s, this chair represents a carefree, colorful time and looks damn good while doing it.

“I love innovation, but sometimes a design is so spot on that it stands the test of time, the classic look of the Summer chair is definitely a shining example of this and I believe a staple for many years to come”. - Viggo, CEO

Tribeca Chair

The Tribeca chair was recently introduced and has gained a good amount of attention since then. It modernizes the woven wicker chair by weaving a sleek and durable PVC band to create a modern, durable, and innovative outdoor lounger.

“The Tribeca chair has been extremely popular. It comes down to the fact that it is well made; the PVC band is hand woven to ensure quality, its comfortable and really, just a very beautiful chair”. - Viggo, CEO

Sunset Chair

“The sunset is fun and light chair! It reinvigorating an old classic in outdoor plastic chairs, with soft curves and vibrant color”. - Viggo, CEO

The great thing about the Sunset is that it has a very laid back vibe about it. It has curve and style while keeping an air of lightness, summer and relaxation. The curved seat and back rest makes it a perfect chair to enjoy long summer dinners in. 

Lisa Chair

The Lisa chair is an elegant outdoor chair. It is less lounge and more proper, which makes it perfect for dining settings. The great thing about the Lisa chair is that it comes in a technopolymer version as well as a waterproof upholstered version, which allows for many options when it comes to the interplay between colors and textures.

“My personal favorite is the Lisa chair, manufactured from recycled materials, as part of the "Go Green Collection”. It’s super easy to move around and stacks really well”. - Viggo, CEO

For more info please dont hesitate to reach out here!

Also, dont forget to connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram, where we make sure to keep you up to date on the newest trends in the furniture industry (…and in fewer words if you prefer a quick update over the whole story, even though the whole story ain’t so bad ).

We look forward to hearing from you! 

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Love following new trends? Check out the brand new collections from SCAB Design

Love following the latest in design trends? Then you don't want to miss out on the newest SCAB Collection. Since the biggest design fair; Salone del Mobile was canceled due to Covid-19, SCAB design has decided to share their new collection virtually (thank heavens for the internet, or rather thank Tim Berners-Lee for the world wide wet). 

Anyways, lets talk about the new collection!! 

First collection to be introduced is Si-Si. The design is simple yet incredably facinating, as the frame of the Si-Si chair is one molding making it extremely durable while retaining an air of elegance, furthermore the seat and backrest are the same moulding creating less waste as well as a more effecient production. The color palet is soft and modern and as always SCAB allows for a plethera of options; Dots, Barcode, flush and wood allow Si-Si to cater to a wide market. Needless to say we can not wait to get this bad boy in our showroom!! 

Tripé is a simple and elegant table base, the narrow base makes it perfect for smaller spaces and allows for optimal use of said space. The many different versions allow for a variety of table sizes and shapes. The tripé goes great with the Si-Si collection to create a complete look. 

The Finn is a very elegant chair, which really fits into any setting depending on the fabric and frame choice.  Finn really compliments any stylistic vibe; Vintage, Art Deco, Modern, Elegant, or Industrial settings, depending on how it is styled with complimenting furniture.

Last but not least, we have the Trick stool. Trick goes great with Tripé as well as the Si-Si and provides even more options when designing a space. Trick is elegant and discreet with its clean lines and beautifully curved seat. 

We are so excited to be able to introduce this new collection and even more excited to be able to present the new collections in person. We offer virtual tours through our show room and also allow social distance visits to our full show room in Laguna Beach, CA. 

For more info please dont hesitate to reach out here!

Also, dont forget to connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram, where we make sure to keep you up to date on the newest trends in the furniture industry (...and in fewer words if you prefer a quick update over the whole story, even though the whole story ain’t so bad ;) )

From everyone here at the Interra Family, have a great day! 

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Introducing the 2020 Reddot winner...

Its been a while, but holy moly a lot has happened in the last couple of months. We have been rebranding, bringing in new amazing Italian furniture line, starting a B2C website as well as dealing with the madness of our current situation. 

We hope you and yours are all staying safe during these uncertain times. 

There is a lot of ground to cover, however, today we will focus on the new Interra Collection and more specifically one chair in particular (we will, of course, introduce more pieces in later blog posts, but this certain chair seems like a pretty solid introduction to start with).

Meet the super awesome 2020 Reddot design award winner Lisa Filò and Lisa Club out of SCAB in Italy. We are so proud to be an exclusive dealer of SCAB in the United States.

Lets just get right to it. 

Starting with the Lisa Filò designed by Marcello Ziliani, we are introduced to a super awesome outdoor chair woven in nautical rope with a galvanized still frame. What Marcello has done with the Lisa Club is not just a play on textures and elements but also a play with colors. Making the galvanized steel frame one color and the rope another (albeit complementary. of course) color, creates a playfulness which really makes the chair stand out.

However, if this is not your thing, fret not, it is possible to get the frame powder coated in a color that matches the rope if you so desire.

Moving on to the Lisa Club, which also won, we are presented with options!! and don't we love options. If Nautical rope doesn't quite float your boat (ha ha) then there is an option of having woven PVC band, which makes the chair light too move and quite practical if I do say so myself.

The other thing that is great about the PVC band is the easiness of cleaning it, which we know means quite a lot when owning a restaurant where you want a great design with certain practicality to it (however without the boring practical look to it).

The Lisa Club and Filò are available as armless chairs for simplicity and optimized storage, with arms for comfort and elegance and lastly as a lounge chair to complete the look of all loungy areas.

In the coming weeks, we will be introducing SCAB as a company by looking into the different collections and what makes SCAB an innovative and inspiring company.

Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook, where we keep you up to date on all the happenings at Interra, SCAB and Pedrali.

Until next time, Please Stay Safe!!

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All that Jazz

We are coming back strong after being off the grid for a little bit here at the Interra Designs blog. A lot of things have been happening here, amongst others a trip to Italy to see the factory and get an introduction to the production of all the amazing Pedrali furniture, BDNY in NY has also been a big focus for us as well as attending (and sponsoring) the eventful BiTAC in California. 

With that being said we are back and coming in hot with the introduction of the new Jazz chair and in relation to this, it seems only fitting to introduce the complete Jazz product line. (Quick note, the Jazz chair below is rocking the Pantone coral color of the year like its no one's business) 

Let's get to it! The OG Jazz chair was introduced in 2017 and is designed by Pedrali R&D, who also designed the amazing Brera and Feel amongst others (the list is quite extensive so I will stop at two). The Jazz chair is an elegant, embracing and curvy little thing which gives it a great expression and a big personality. It stands out in any room and from experience, we notice that it is one of the first chairs clients notice when going to our showroom, which says quite a lot considering the amount of furniture we have in the showroom.

The Jazz chair carries an amazing royal blue velvet fabric in most of the photos show in this blog, however it is also available in vegan leather and bright fabrics which can be combined with a brushed bronze, titanium, antique brass, antique copper or powder-coated frame to costuming the look (that royal blue velvet with the antique brass frame though (pictured above).

Along with the Jazz chair Pedrali also introduced the Jazz barstool, which for obvious reasons compliments the Jazz chair like no other. The barstool keeps the curved lines but makes the backrest smaller to accommodate the bar scene. 

With the Jazz collection Pedrali provides an elegant, yet very comfortable piece of furniture, which is sure to intrigue anyone who sees it. 

Since 2017 Pedrali hasn’t really expanded the Jazz collection until now and boy was it with the wait. They just introduced the Jazz armless chair. The simplicity creates a whole new look while the unique frame going across the back (awesome detail) and lush cushions allow it to blend perfectly with the armchair and the barstool. 

The Jazz armless chair is a welcomed addition to the Jazz collection as the armchair takes up a bit more space the armless chair can accommodate a smaller environment with the same elegance and style.

Here at Interra, we can’t wait to get our hands on a showroom piece!! It's going to be a glorious piece of velvety wrapt design.

If you want to see more of the Pedrali collection, visit our website, where you can also request quotes on any and all Pedrali furniture! 

You can also find us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, where we share all the awesome stuff that happens at Interra.

Lastly, if you happen to be at BDNY this weekend, don't forget to hit us up at booth 2788! We will be waiting with a smile and a cup of espresso. 

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Pedrali Mesmerizes at “I Maestri del Paesaggio 2019”

Here at Interra, we know the magic that Pedrali can create, both indoor and outdoor, so every year we look forward to the “I Maestri del Paesaggio” and per usual Pedrali did not disappoint. 

“I Maestri del Paesaggio 2019”, the ninth edition of the Landscape Festival in Bergamo, Italy has just ended, supplying us with the most astonishing photos from the event, which is sponsored every year by Pedrali, who promotes sustainability through their environmentally conscious philosophies and values. 

Pedrali decorated the Piazza Vecchia, in the heart of the event in Bergamo Alta with an air of comfort, elegance, and innovation. 

The main theme, Pioneer Landscape aims to shine a light on spontaneous vegetation as well as the role that plants play as live, dynamic entities. In order to reproduce such a delicate, meaningful topic, Arketipos, the association that oversees the festival in conjunction with the city of Bergamo, has formed a partnership with Luciano Giubbilei, an Italian London-based landscape designer, who has transformed Piazza Vecchia in Bergamo Alta into a spectacular garden. 

Provided with the lush green environment combining city and nature, Pedrali creates a convivial garden staying true to the theme of pioneer landscape by introducing the Tribeca chair and Nolita table - in earthy tones - into the garden.

There are various points of interest scattered throughout the Città Alta, like the old washing where the project Green Lounge – Pedrali all’Antico Lavatoio by Lucia Nusiner is introduced, here furniture and plants blend harmoniously with the surroundings, creating unexpected settings. Besides the Tribeca seats, the Reva divan by Patrick Jouin evokes a feeling of relaxation as the magical atmosphere of the light from the Giravolta and Happy Apple lamps by Basaglia Rota Nodari Architetti Associati draw you into an enchanting environment.

At the landscape corners, we see a small glimpse of Elliot and Ikon tables combined with the Tribeca settee and the Ara chair. The Sala delle Capriate at Palazzo della Ragione features Héra, the armchair designed by Patrick Jouin and presented at the Salone del Mobile Milano 2019, and Soul chair, designed by Eugeni Quitllet.

Another year at the ‘I Maestri del Paesaggio’ with an impressive collection of amazing furniture from Pedrali leaves us with great expectations for the anniversary of the event in 2020. 

To check out the furniture showcased at “I Maestri del Paesaggio 2019”, go to our website, where you can also request a quote for pricing on any and all Pedrali furniture. 

Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn where we make sure to keep you up to date on the latest and greatest with Pedrali and Interra. 

Lastly, we would very much like to invite you all to the Boutique Tradeshow BDNY in NY. Use our promo code: 10668 for a complimentary two-day trade fair pass (up to a $150 value) or use this link to register!!!

We are in booth 2788 - stop by for a cup of delicious Italian coffee and a look at amazing Pedrali furniture.

We are extremely excited and hope to see you there!!

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Get your Customized Furniture Look Book from Interra Designs!!

You know the feeling when you are reading through a blog and it just keeps going on forever and ever before getting to the point? Well, today we are going to make it short and to the point! We know your time is valuable and the propose of this post is to save time both when reading blog posts but also when navigating through the crazy world of furniture (we do also appreciate a good long captivating read, but in the interest of sticking to the theme we will keep it short)

When buying furniture it can be pretty overwhelming navigating the vast world of different styles and prices! Not only is there a plentitude of furniture to look through there is also a million different price categories and there is no way to categorize everything to eliminate all the pieces that you are not interested in.

And, while we all know that it can be great to spend an afternoon browsing through a million catalogs and getting lost in the wonderful world of designer furniture, we also know that deadlines don’t always give us this option.

Furthermore, here at Interra Designs, we know that besides deadlines there are also criteria which need to be abided by when decorating a space, such as price, material, and functionality. 

With this in mind, we have the ability to create cookbooks living up to all kinds of different criteria. We can, for example, create a Look-book with all our chairs under $ 200 which gives you more the 100 options for chairs both indoor and outdoor. Just look at all these different options, which can be further narrowed down -- maybe just outdoors -- maybe only recyclable plastics -- maybe no plastics. You name it! 

Whatever your criteria are, we are ready to help. Just let us know and we will make you all the Look Books your heart desires. Catch us on www.interradesigns.com, where you can request quotes through our quote builder or look through our amazing installations throughout the states. If you are the kind of person that needs to feel the furniture before making up your mind we have a full showroom in beautiful Laguna Beach, CA or visit Impact Hub in Santa Barbara to see our first ever living showroom. 

Oh also, don’t forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn, to keep up with all the awesome things happening at Interra Designs (I don't want to reveal to much but we do have some pretty exciting news to share with y’all really soon).

Until next time!

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Get Comfortable with Pedrali and the Color of the Year

“An animating and life-affirming coral hue with a golden undertone that energizes and enlivens with a softer edge.” 

Presenting the color of the year; living coral in combination with Pedrali. 

This year is characterized by optimism and environmental sustainability, which are two words synonymous with Pedrali. Not only does Pedrali strive to be sustainable in everything they do, but they also do it with an air of ease and optimism. 

Today, we are going to be looking at the color of the year to see some of the Pedrali amazing pieces, which really showcase the color.

The Buddy family consists of poufs and chaise lounge’s, designed by Busetti Garuti Redaelli, and with its soft lines and minimalistic and simple design, the Buddy really compliments any room. The buddy puff and chaise lounge come with or without a backrest, which makes it a very versatile piece. 

The Volt chairs and armchairs, designed by Claudio Dondoli and Marco Pocci, are like the Buddy collection a very versatile chair. the classic proportions make it a great chair for any space and with its fresh colors it can fit in, in a lot of different settings. We love the Volt chair due to its comfort and durability, which makes it perfect for high-intensity spaces.

The Volt is created for outdoors and Interra Designs offers a warranty of 5 years on color fading and any damages (this is actually the warranty on all our products - pretty awesome!!!). 

The Wow puffs and stools are ideal for smaller spaces and offer a beautiful seating solution. 

The Wow comes in round, square and rectangular shapes, which allows them to be mixed and matched. They also function perfectly as side tables, which like the Buddy collection makes it very versatile. 

The Lively Coral doesn't just adorn the chairs and puffs, it also does wonders for the Giravolta lamp.

Characterized by a contemporary design, which is easy to carry around, this lamp is both wireless and rated for outdoors. The swiveling diffuser allows for a 360º turn and lets the user choose between a direct light or a softer atmospheric light. Oh and a charge lasts 8 hours, so you don’t have to worry about it running out. For more info on the Giravolta Check out our previous blogpost “Pedrali lights the way with these 5 design pieces!”.

The Nolita (to the right) and the Tribeca (left) are both outdoor chairs, however, the Nolita has an air of the classic 70’s garden furniture whereas the Tribeca is a modern take on this. The Tribeca has a steel frame and a handwoven seat, whereas the Nolita is all steel. They both light up any space with their playful look and their vibrant colors.

Lastly, we have two really amazing chairs, the Jazz chair (right) exudes style with is velvet-covered seat and backrest and titanium steel frame. The soft lines and embracing backrest gives the Jazz chair a welcoming feel. 

The upholstered Malmo chair combined the natural beauty of the oak frame combined with the soft living coral, giving it a modern Scandinavian look. The Malmo communicates a feeling of calmness and domestic warmth, which makes it very unique. 

This year we also see a lot of wood as a trend within furniture, which is the symbol of naturalness in furniture. Luckily, Pedrali knows how to design amazing wood furniture, not only is all their wood FSC branded (gotta love Pedrali’s focus on sustainability), they also have a wide array of chairs in different kinds of wood. I will be presenting Pedrali’s wood chairs in a month or so, so be sure to stay tunes.

If you have any questions or would like pricing on any of the above furniture, we would love to help you. 

Visit our Interra Designs website, our Facebook or our Instagram. 

Until next time! 

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Living Showroom meets Co-working Space; Impact Hub

Over the last couple of months, we have been working hard here at Interra, trying to refurnish a co-working space in Santa Barbara, to create a living showroom. We have been working with Impact Hub on Chapala street and State street in Santa Barbara and we can finally say that we are ready for the big vernissage (I know its not a gallery, but it is art so I'm hoping I can get by with it 🙌 ).

We wanted to ensure a combination of professionalism as well as a comfy, cozy vibe, creating a space for different work environment and workstyle needs. 

The ‘Gliss’ swing chair was a must. It is a big embracing rocking chair in technopolymer with an aluminum frame and ash wood sleds. The comfort is really hard to explain and the picture doesn't do it justice, however, Pedrali ensured that the rounding of the chair makes you glide right into it without having the feeling of falling out. Furthermore, the width of the shell allows you to have your feet up or even sit criss-cross-applesauce if that is what you prefer and it's all comfy. This makes it a perfect lounging chair for the common area between the private offices when you are waiting to get your room. 

In the same area, we set up ‘Ypsilon’ folding tables with wheels and the dining room ‘Gliss’ chair, with the aim of connecting the lounge area with a work area. The ‘Gliss’ dining chair has the same comfort of the Gliss lounge rocking chair however not as wide which totally makes sense for a dining chair. The folding Ypsilon tables allowed the table to be easily and practically moved into any of the adjacent rooms if the needs for more table space. We really like the idea of a fluid space which allows for different setups depending on individual needs. Also, the tabletops are solid laminate which is fingerprint resistant; a pretty amazing feature when furnishing a common space. 

Another piece which is often overlooked in the Pedrali collection is the ‘Woody’ barstool.

This sleek simple barstool really stands out with impression. The fins protruding from the side of the seat connect to form a footrest. 

We really wanted to combine the possibility of sitting and working at a bar, which we did with the ‘Malmo’ bar stool, but also create more flexibility through a swivel chair. The wood finish is the same in both barstools making them great companions in the common room at Impact Hub. 

Every great co-working space needs to have an amazing looking conference room, and executive sleekness is something Pedrali knows all about. The wood rails on the ‘Fox’ chair recalls the beauty of classic woodwork. and combined with the playfulness in the seat the ‘Fox’ chair has a very unique expression. We decided to go with a blue seat shell which is a calming and very pleasant color; it brings a hint of fun to the room without dominating.

And lastly, at the risk of sounding like a broken record, this chair is super great to sit in, really comfy and ergonomically designed. 

We also wanted to spruce up the outdoor section, which we did with the ‘sunset’ lounge set completed with outdoor cushions in a bright orange to compliment the other pieces in the yard. As the ‘Sunset’ lounge chairs and couches are pretty big they are ideal for a bigger space, where small dainty pieces might disappear. We combined it with a small ‘WOW’ table to get that cozy hang out vibe. 

The other pieces in the back yard were kept in the same color schema; orange, white, Grey and different nuances of green. Because we wanted to showcase many different outdoor chairs we decided that it was important to streamline the outdoor area through color. We have the ‘Nolita’ (right), the ‘Tatami’ without arms (middle), the ‘Tatami’ with arms (left).

With all this in mind, if you live in or close to Santa Barbara or if you ever find yourself in that area, we really recommend doing your work at the co-working space Impact Hub. It really has a great vibe and something for everyone I respect to work environments and workstyle needs and now it is fully furnished with the most awesome Pedrali pieced. 

Check out all the pieces on our website, where you can also request pricing. Also, make sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date with the latest and greatest from Interra Designs and Pedrali.  Don't forget we have a complete showroom in beautiful Laguna Beach, CA. Stop by and say hi - we have great furniture and delish coffee!

Tata for now!!

Disclaimer: No furniture was destroyed in the remodeling of these spaces. The furniture we decided to replace was all donated to a good cause. 

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Pedrali Lights The Way With These 5 Design Pieces!

Starting out with a little pun which might give you an idea of what we will be talking about today (if the title didn’t already give it away)

If you still aren’t quite sure, we will be talking about LAMPS!! and if I do say so my self, Pedrali really lights the way when it comes to lamps. (There might be quite a good amount of light puns in this blog - I apologize in advance).

Here at Interra Designs, we noticed that the Pedrali lighting collection isn't quite getting the attention it deserves. They have some really great lamps, which seem to lose light compared to the table and chair collections.

So what we are doing today is shining a light on a few of these pretty amazing design pieces.

We are going to start out by introducing the ‘Happy Apple’, an amazing polypropylene orb. At first glance, this lamp seems pretty simple and a bit underwhelming… it’s everything but. This lamp has a range of functionality and looks depending on what you do with it. Firstly, the lights can either sit on the floor or be hung from the ceiling (or wall), this is pretty cool if you want to switch between what the light is used for. Secondly, the size of these lights are what really allow them to be a showstopper - being either 20” (not too crazy, but a good standard size), 31” (okay we are getting somewhere) and 47” (try that on for size!!). Now, I know that not everyone wants a 47” light orb in their living room (even though that would be pretty cool) but fret not these lights are also rated for outdoors. 

Just look at the magic this creates on a porch or in a garden - either the small size which provides a cozy atmosphere or the big one to create that ‘wow’ or combining sizes to tailor the look of your space!

The ‘Happy Apple’ truly brightens my day and my backyard! 

Next up, the slightly more modest ‘Colette Lamp’. (Not that it isn’t beautiful, it just doesn’t measure 47”! 

And speaking of size, The ‘Colette Lamp’ comes in two sizes; small measuring 12” or large measuring 20”, which makes it a perfect lamp for the living room or a bedside table. The colors, which are red, blue, yellow, transparent, white and smoke, which lets the lamp stand out or blend in depending on what look you are going for.

What I also really like about the ‘Colette Lamp’ is that even though it is made of polycarbonate it has a very high-end look and the opaqueness of the lampshade gives a certain lightness to the lamp. 

The ‘Giravolta’ was introduced in 2017 and is a modernization of the O.G lanterns. The 360º swiveling diffusers are what gives the name to these colorful little fellows, with giravolta meaning turn or twirl. This piece is easy to move around since it is wireless and can be used outdoors or indoors for 8 hours on a charge, and again, in the true Pedrali spirit, this lamp has quite a good amount of features. The ‘Giravolta’ even hangs horizontally when installed with a magnet in the base (the picture shows the sideways hanging feature - they are not just trying to be artsy), which is really cool. 

The Giravolta comes in a good amount of colors and in three different sizes (13”, 20” and as a floor lamp measuring 55”), which makes it ideal for any place that needs different sizes as well as consistency. 

‘Giravolta’ is available in white, black, grey, orange, yellow, green, beige and blush pink. Check out the many different colors on our website. 

The ‘Time Out’ lamp is another statement piece from Pedrali, a 75” tall polyethylene floor lamp, which when lit, lights up almost all 75” of the lamp - it’s pretty grand if I do say so myself. ‘Time Out’ only comes in white which makes sense due to the size and material, as other colors wouldn’t shine through and also might be very dominant considering the size. 

The time out is suitable for outdoors and its linear lines make it a great companion for the ‘Happy Apple’ and allow it to really lighten up the atmosphere. 

The time out really fascinates with its simplicity of the design and also for the elegance of its lighting body.

Lastly, Pedrali just introduced the Tamara lamp, a small soft, elusive, and yet angular hanging lamp is inspired by the headlights of an early twentieth-century car, paying tribute to Tamara De Lempicka (the iconic painter). It’s has a beautiful simplicity to it, however unlike other pendant lamps, the Tamara focuses the light directly below, however, designers, Alberto Basaglia and Natalia Rota Nodari, decided to have a hole in the top of the diffuser allowing for a unique light to protrude from the top of the lamp. The Tamara is a unique take on an otherwise traditional design, which allows the Tamara to be completely it's own. 

The Tamara is made from matte painted aluminum and is available in black, white, grey, yellow or burned orange and in shiny rose gold or gold. 

Since this lamp is from the 2019 collection introduced a Salon del Mobile in Milan, they are not quite ready yet (in two weeks though, so the wait is really not that long), but we can't wait to show off this baby in our Laguna Beach showroom.

Pedrali has quite a collection of lamps to light up your life (I kind of fell of the pun wagon, so here is the last one to finish off), so I really recommend going to our website to check out the many different styles! The new To.Be light and the light up planters are definitely worth checking out too. 

On the last note, don't forget to check out (and maybe even follow) our Instagram and Facebook, to keep up with the complete Pedrali line and our blog posts to get more detailed info on the different Pedrali pieces. 

If you would like more info on any of the products mentioned in this post (or any other Pedrali product), we will be more than happy to help. You can get in touch with us here!

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Meet the Babila Family! (or at least a few of the members)

We are doing it!! A whole blog post on the Babila collection as mentioned in our previous blog post. 

It's pretty exciting and also not the easiest blog post to write. The Babila collection is one of the biggest Pedrali product families and there are so many awesome ways to customize, so I can already say now that we will not be getting around every option, but we will for sure take a closer look at the different styles (Also, should you want to take a look at more of the options, go to our website - we got you covered)

Let's start with a short note on the designer and the idea behind the collection.

The Babila Collection is designed by the very talented Odoardo Fioravanti, who studied Industrial Design at the Design Department of the Milan Polytechnic. Since 2003 he has been working as an industrial designer, also experimenting with graphic and exhibition design. 

The idea behind the Babila collection was to have a focus on the interplay between tradition and innovation. Odo (for short) wanted the simplicity of the Babila chair to allow for a timeless design with a modern twist while offering many different styles and options within the same collection And man, did he deliver. 

With that said, let’s move on to the juicy stuff. A glance into the wonderful, colorful world of Pedrali’s Babila Collection. 

The first two styles we will be looking at is the Babila armchair and the Babila shell chair (as well as their concomitant barstools). These two designs were created to cater to the hospitality industry allowing for a diverse look while maintaining a streamlined design throughout the space in question. 

Let's talk about the Babila armchair first. This chair introduces the comfort and elegance of a high-end chair, without breaking the bank. Natraj Indian restaurant in Irvine just furnished their dining room with the Babila armchair and it really gives the restaurant a great clean, modern vibe. Both the armchair and the barstools come in upholstered or with a polypropylene shell as well with a wooden or metal frame (suited for outdoors with the metal frame - Seriously, what can’t this chair do??)

The equally amazing but more downplayed family member is the Babila shell chair as well the stools. It is one of my favorites in the Babila family along with the Babila comfort chair… I'm getting ahead of myself though, we will get to that one later. Anyways the simplicity and cleanness of the Babila shell chair really make it a great piece. Like a lot of other Pedrali pieces, it fits well in a simple modern setting where you really notice the design, but it also works so well in settings where you want a more downplayed design that doesn’t demand all your attention. Like the Babila armchair, the Babila shell chair can be accompanied by a cushion or be fully upholstered and can be paired with wooden or metal legs. Also, all the wood is FSC branded and who doesn’t want to sit in their beautiful wooden furniture which hasn’t affected the shrinking number of trees in the world (sorry, for the guilt trip - I mean well)

Not too long ago the Babila Collection grew both in family size but also in chair size with the Babila Comfort. As mentioned above when I got a little ahead of my self, the comfort collection is definitely one of my favorites. As Odo explains it this chair helps confront the increased need to incorporate great design and comfort in the hospitality industry. Odo describes the chair as a very generous object - both in shape, design, and comfort. The mix of lines and curves creates a very modern look without compromising comfort. The Babila Comfort has the option of wooden legs which pays tribute to the classic timeless design while the metal legs give the chair a modern simplistic look. The swivel base (the really thought about everything) makes the Babila a great addition to any office environment where you need to have agility. 

(Disclaimer: I have one of these in my apartment in grey wool and I absolutely love it, so I might be a bit biased.)

Now Pedrali takes the Babila collection a step further by adding the Babila table. Yep, there is a table specifically made to match the sleekness of all the wonderful Babila chairs. The Babila table comes in black, white and different shades of grey with wooden legs and in the true Pedrali spirit, the Babila table goes perfect with all the different Babila chair styles. 

I want to add a final note on the Babila Collection relating to the durability of the chairs and table. The wooden legs actually have a steel enforced frame going halfway down the leg to heighten the already amazing quality and durability of the chair. This steel frame provides the same durability as the steel legs but with the delicate look of the wooden leg. Just thought that was worth mentioning :) 

If you would like more info on any of the Babila products (or any other Pedrali product), we will be more than happy to help. You can get in touch with us here!

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The Fab 5 (pieces of furniture) HDexpo in Las Vegas

Last week Interra Designs attended HDexpo in Las Vegas with beautiful Italian furniture, delicious Italian coffee and amazing Italian champagne (We definitely had a theme) 

If you weren’t lucky enough to catch us there, here is a little update on the products and the show. Also, check out our really cool booth, which we shared with super awesome Lori and Jill from In2Green. Like us, In2Green has a major focus on sustainability and recycling, which manifests itself through throws made with recycled cotton and plastic bottles — yep! plastic bottles!! (Seriously check them out, they’re really cool.  In2Green)

So the first interesting thing for us with this years HDexpo was that we were accompanied by Pedrali from Italy. They had a booth with a focus on upholstered pieces as well as the outdoor chair ‘Remind’ bedazzled with the ‘Remind pixels’, which we talked about in our last blog post.

This meant that we got to show prospective clients both the upholstered collections as well as what we had brought to the show, which gave us quite the collection of Pedrali classics. 

So let's get to the juicy stuff!!! Since we did bring quite a good amount of stuff, I will talk about the 5 most popular Pedrali items in our booth at this years HDexpo.

Firstly, the Elliot table base. This piece continues to get a crazy amount of attention.

The clean lines and sleek look, as well as all the color options of the base, ensures a modern vibe. The many different styles and colors allow for the base to be paired with an array of different tops as well as chairs, making it an incredibly diverse base.

Secondly, the Babila chair generated a lot of interest.

The plastic shell makes it suitable for outdoors when paired with the powder coated legs. Now you might think the color would fade but Pedrali actually provides a 10-year warranty on all plastics for outdoors, so your mind is at ease (for 10 years at least).

I mean we could have a whole blog post only focused on the huge collection of Babila chairs and tables - and maybe we will at some point, but until then go check out the many different styles on our website. I am truly confident that there is something for everyone in the Babila collection. 

Moving on to the Nolita Chair. This is one of my favorite collections out of all the Pedrali products. Nolita was originally introduced in 1963 as Pedrali’s first collection; a steel outdoor chair powder coated to withstand any weather condition.

The outdoors classic comes in many different styles; high back, low back, lounge chair, barstool, with arms, without arms and all of them with the option of adding a cushion. Now, I know this chair might look a bit uncomfortable to some, but to be quite honest it is REALLY comfortable — we always make sure to have people try it at the shows to prove how comfortable it is. Go check out the complete line here. 

For the first time since we started showcasing Pedrali at trade shows, we brought a Zippo couch with us. The Zippo couch is great for a more comfortable working environment, where a bit of privacy is needed but you are still in open spaces, such as airports or co-working spaces - everyone knows that it is nice to have a little privacy in such places.

And speaking of, we recently entered into the world of co-working (subtle transition, right?) and fully furnished Impact Hub in Santa Barbara (stay tuned for our next blog post on co-working), where the Zippo couch was a must to create privacy while maintaining the co-working vibe.  

Mini detour; back to HDexpo, we were pretty stoked to see the amount of love the Zippo got and we can guarantee that we will bring the Zippo next time too.

Last but certainly not least, Pedrali makes the most beautiful Marble tops. We had brought two and people could not get enough. However, Pedrali, being the sustainable company that they are, introduced the composite marble top last year; a marble top made out of the leftover pieces from cutting the marble tops. The composite marble tops are all unique and have a kind of terrazzo look to them, which is making a huge comeback in the design world (see below). There is nothing like quality sustainable materials!! 

All in all, we had a wonderful time at HDexpo. There was a great vibe at the tradeshow and people showed us tons of love. We can’t wait to be back next year (if you can't wait a year, find us at BDNY 2019)

Also, in the meantime, if you want to check out all the other Pedrali products or request pricing on any of the amazing product mentioned above, go to our website www.interradesigns.com 

Oh and also stay up to date on the latest and greatest by following our blog. 

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Whats new?  Visiting #PedraliPalaceofWonders at Salone del Mobile in Milano

A couple of weeks back the Interra Designs team took a trip to Milan to visit our friends over at the Pedrali booth. As an exclusively Pedrali dealer, we make sure to work closely with Pedrali to get the inside scoop on all the new collections. It is always a pretty awesome trip and this year was no exception.

Stepping into Pedrali’s Palace of Wonders truly reflects the Pedrali style. The simplicity and grandioseness of the exterior of the booth left great expectations to what lay behind. 

10 showrooms surrounded a courtyard filled with Pedrali furniture and an abundance of plants, which made you feel like you left Salone del Mobile and entered a wonderful world of amazing design, quality furniture and champagne. Needless to say, it was pretty amazing and so were the new collections, so let's just get right into it. 

Even though the ‘Remind’ Chair was first introduced at Salone del Mobile in 2018, it was introduced once again this year, however, this time with an added special feature. Making the chair even more unique than before; the soul pixels, which form any design in the chair, whether this is something as romantic as heart or something as customized as a logo, the pixels can be arranged to satisfy any design desire. We really liked the possibilities the pixels provide. 

With the new ‘Héra’ chair Pedrali allows for two very different expressions in one chair. On the one hand, the light Ash wood sends off an air of Scandinavian simplicity while the American walnut exudes a more bohemian vibe. This combined with the many different fabric options for the seat, Pedrali introduces a chair that embodies lightness, natural raw material, comfortable curves as well as elegance. Placed in soft pastel setting the ‘Héra’ chair both stands out while fitting in perfectly. 

The Library setting introduced the new ‘Folk’ chair; combining the classic wooden chair and the colorful polypropylene detail in the seat. The ‘Folk” chair has a variety of expressions as it also comes upholstered and with a natural cane woven seat, which has the well-known durability of Pedrali products thanks to the steel wire discretely woven into the cane seat. In the library setting, we were also introduced to the minimalistic ‘To-Be’ light, which is so amazing in its simplicity. Cylinder lights are very much up and coming and as Pedrali offers the ‘To Be’ light in a variety of different colors, it is bound to become a very popular staple in the Pedrali collection. 

The ‘Soul’ chair merges two very different material which Guiseppe Pedrali spends years working on. The natural curve and movement of the wood is not something you would normally combine with the strength of the polycarbonate seat, however, Pedrali manages to combine tradition with innovation, making the ‘Soul’ its very own. Pedrali also introduces an outdoor version, made of aluminum with a teak wood seat for lightness as well as strength. 

‘Tribeca’ and ‘Buddy’ were actually introduced respectively last year and 2 years ago, however this year at Salone both collections gained new seating. 

The ‘Tribeca’ Lounge pays tribute to the classic 1960’s patio furniture, with the well know quality and comfort of Pedrali. Each individual Tribeca chair is hand woven ensuring optimal quality in every chair; it's pretty amazing.

The incredibly friendly ‘Buddy’ collection is also expanded with the ‘Buddy’ sofa. This sleek design combines comfort with simplistic elegance. The many different fabrics available gives ‘Buddy’ an array of expressions, making it suitable for many different environments. 

Here at Interra Designs, we can't really get enough of the little fellow, as it creates a relaxing welcoming environment while keeping a simple elegance. 

The ‘Jamaican’ collection is a reverence to the wonderful era of the 1930s. The design of the chair was inspired by its namesake bar in Milano, which was frequented by artists and intellectuals. The ‘Jamaican’ collection definitely pays tribute to art deco, however with a contemporary edge. 

Last year Pedrali entered the office furniture market with quite the vibrato. They introduced the ‘Elinor’ chair, the ‘Boxie’ storage units, and the ‘Snooze’ panels. 

However, this year they expand the office line with the new electric ‘Arki’ table fully height controlled by an app. The table can have 3 saved customized settings and have up to 5 users per table. The table meets the much-needed desire for flexibility and functionality in an ever-changing office environment, which allows the table to adapt to its users and not vice versa. Pedrali also introduces the ‘Elinor‘ table, which challenges the traditional table leg. The two elements can be positioned in different ways, allowing for a variety of aesthetics. Again Pedrali manages to create an interplay between different materials, catering to many different design needs’ 

Last but certainly not least, Pedrali introduced the ‘Temps’ chair, which has a lightness and elegance about it, unlike any other office chair. The functionality, like the Arki table, satisfies a need to be freed from the traditional confinement of office space by being flexible and customizable in all its different functions.

Here at Interra Designs, we are very excited about the new Pedrali line and as an Exclusively Pedrali dealer in the US, we offer a complete showroom in Laguna Beach, California (Don't worry, we can also ship samples).

We will also be showcasing Pedrali furniture at HDexpo in Las Vegas on the 15th to the 17th of May; booth #1863, where we will bring a wide array of Pedrali furniture (use our code to get a free entrance pass)

We would love to see you there, but if you can't make it we are always available at www.interradesigns.com, where you can browse all the amazing Pedrali collections as well as request a quote. 

Stay updated on the latest and greatest within the furniture world by following our blog. 

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Happy Valentines Day! Remind your special someone how special they really are to you!! Featured Product: The Remind Chair from Pedrali

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Brighten up your life with Interra Designs

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Installation complete at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles, CA.

Pedrali’s best - YOUNG CHAIR, MYA CHAIR, YPSILON TABLE

Beautiful!!