Metrica Design Studio
Robin Hapelt
The Milanese design studio Metrica, headed by Lucio Quinzio
Leonelli and Robin Rizzini, brings a touch of Italian flair to
Manutti. Internationally acclaimed for its exclusive mixture
of creation and technical management, the studio’s designs
are elegant and meticulously crafted. The collaboration with
Manutti resulted in the Flex collection, a balancing act between
traditional aesthetics and a unique, elegant shape.
For the Swiss-German designer, Robin Hapelt (1990), great design
doesn’t just have to look good, it should also make people happy.
That’s why all of his pieces exude contrast and humour. Hapelt is
now residing in Southeast Asia, which he calls “a very exciting and
inspiring part of the world.” Much of his work reflects the Asian
culture, particularly his use of Oriental weaving techniques and
materials like rattan and bamboo. He makes his debut designing
for Manutti with the ethnic-inspired Sandua collection, for
which he spent many hours experimenting himself with different
weaving patterns and techniques.
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