Monography, the Italian atelier founded in 2010 with a singular focus on lacquered surfaces and architectural form, commissioned Bernhardt & Vella to design the Aramis Armchair in 2023. The result is an Italian design armchair that feels drawn from a retrofuturistic vocabulary — a sculptural seat handcrafted in Italy, where geometry becomes an act of comfort.

The Aramis is anchored by its defining gesture: a cylindrical base that grounds the silhouette with the quiet authority of a column. Rather than concealing its structure, the base becomes the visual centre of gravity, a lacquered pedestal from which the upholstered shell rises and opens outward. Monography's mastery of lacquer — built up in precise, resilient layers — gives this element a depth of surface that painted finishes cannot approach. Above it, the seat and backrest wrap the body in a continuous, cradling form that softens the armchair's architectural posture.

At 90 × 97 × 87 cm, the Aramis occupies a compact footprint that belies its visual presence. It excels as a reading chair in a private study, as bedroom seating with room to breathe, or as an accent piece in a living room where one sculptural element redefines the entire space. Upholstery fabrics and lacquer base colours are fully customisable, allowing designers to calibrate the Aramis to any interior palette.

• Dimensions: 90 × 97 × 87 cm
• Materials: Lacquered cylindrical base, upholstered seat and back
• Customization: Fabric selections and lacquer finishes available on request
• Designer: Bernhardt & Vella (2023)
• Origin: Handcrafted in Italy

Frequently asked questions

Can the lacquer finish and upholstery be specified independently?
Yes. The base lacquer and seat fabric are selected separately, offering full control over contrast or tonal harmony. Contact us with your project details for available swatches and colour references.

Will the cylindrical base work on uneven flooring?
The broad cylindrical form distributes weight evenly and provides a lower centre of gravity than conventional leg structures, making it inherently stable across most floor surfaces.