Poise, sobriety and timelessness are the words used to describe Jian, a collection designed by Neri & Hu Studio for Gandia Blasco.

The range has been expanded with two new timeless design pieces that combine aesthetics and functionality; the Hooded sofa with its clean geometric silhouette canopy, and the Jian terrace recliner.

As with the rest of the collection, the pieces are inspired by the Chinese character “Jian”, which holds a meaning similar to “space between time and people”. Jian is translated into a contemporary designer object that combines functional aesthetics and outdoor furniture.

“We wanted to create a collection that would have a timeless quality about it, that could capture both time and space, the sky and the earth, something that would lend poetry to open spaces and that would provide a sanctuary of peace within the stresses of daily life,” affirmed Neri & Hu.

The collection is composed of versatile pieces with different functions for outdoor or inside use, such as modular sofas, hooded sofas, armchair, sofa, poof, terrace recliner and auxiliary table.

Based on a careful study of context and functional objectivity, the collec­tion is made from welded powder-coated aluminium profiles and is avai­lable in white, bronze, sand and anthracite colour options for the subtle integration with any environment. The board structure is Solid Surface 100% recyclable, the upholstery is removable and is coated with water-repellent fabric.

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