CACTI Collection

Drawing inspiration from Cacti, this eponymous collection of soft furniture experiments with the tension between the cactus’ functionality of defense and the inviting characteristic of a chair, merging the two to embody soft power.

Living between Milano and Beirut, the past two years were nothing short of a challenge. As Italy was severely hit by the pandemic along with the rest of the world, Lebanon and its citizens were also in an ongoing political and economic crisis, as well as trying to overcome one of the world’s largest non-nuclear blasts. This notion of resiliency was translated from Fadi’s personal life to his professional life, using it as a main keyword in the design conception of the pieces.

The main inspiration of “CACTI” is derived from its two main characteristics; the spines and flowers. Cacti symbolize endurance, as it is a plant that can stand up to the test of time and forces of nature. Similarly, its flower is reminiscent of a mother's unconditional love, thriving in harsh conditions. 

Image courtesy of L’inconnu / Atelier L’inconnu

Image courtesy of L’inconnu / Atelier L’inconnu

Image courtesy of L’inconnu / Atelier L’inconnu

Image courtesy of L’inconnu / Atelier L’inconnu

Image courtesy of L’inconnu / Atelier L’inconnu

Image courtesy of L’inconnu / Atelier L’inconnu

Image courtesy of L’inconnu / Atelier L’inconnu