patricia urquiola's modular sofa 'insula' for kettal

kettal expands with patricia urquiola’s insula sofa

With a contemporary reinterpretation of the traditional Arabic majlis seating, Patricia Urquiola‘s Insula expands Kettal‘s furniture collections. Majlis are known as places of comfort where community members gathered to discuss events and local matters, receive and entertain guests and friends, so with this mind, the Spanish designer updated it to a modular sofa that embodies a blend of modern aesthetics and cultural heritage. Launched during Milan Design Week 2024, Insula is available in two sizes, allowing for various arrangements indoors or out.

the Insula modular sofa for Kettal, is Patricia Urquiola’s updated take on the traditional seating found in Arabic majlis

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the roll backrest is insula’s highlight

At its core, the Insula sofa presents a low-profile, modular design characterized by smooth curves and a distinctive roll backrest. This feature not only serves as a visual focal point but also emphasizes a horizontal orientation, enhancing the sofa’s architectural appeal. With meticulously balanced proportions, Patricia Urquiola allows it to be integrated into various environments, offering versatility in both form and function – a quality that highlights the Spanish furniture company‘s design ethos.

Insula takes the form of a low, rational modular sofa in smooth shapes with a roll backrest

insula’s configurations allow it to be integrated into any space

Much like its traditional counterpart, the Insula sofa is designed for social interaction. Its modular configurations cater to diverse types of gatherings, whether in indoor or outdoor settings. From corporate reception areas that foster collaborative workspaces to residential settings where relaxation and leisure prevail, Kettal’s Insula adapts effortlessly to different social contexts.

the roll backrest serves as the design focal point which accentuates the horizontal orientation, enhancing the sofa’s architectural appeal

Modular in design, the sofa consists of an orthogonal aluminium base, with very sleek lines that complement its soft, inviting seat cushions. Available in two sizes, the seating options allow for the use of different types of backrest configurations, including individual, double, and angular arrangements, ensuring personalized comfort and style.

its many configurations mean it can be adapted to all types of social gatherings, both indoors and outdoors