catifa up
Design Lievore Altherr Molina,
2017
As much a part of Arper’s identity as it is a testament to enduring design, Catifa 53 is the piecethat started it all. Designed by Lievore Altherr Molina, Catifa 53’s graceful curves and sleek,sensuous silhouette are achieved through an economy of materials––and an exclusive manufacturing process pioneered by Arper to synthesize concept, form, and production.
Catifa’s iconic shape is ubiquitous in use. Comfortable in both residential and contract environments, the collection has been available in an array of colors, materials and constructions. New for 2017, Catifa Up offers a higher backrest than Catifa 53, with the additionof optional armrests in a new design and plush padding to lend stately comfort and support to boardrooms, workplaces, home offices, and conference rooms. A new range of upholstery options delivers visual intrigue to an indelible design. With Catifa Up, elegance and comfort team up to get the job done.
Lievore Altherr Molina was founded by Alberto Lievore, Jeannette Altherr and Manel Molina in 1991. Their humanist design approach is informed by the fundamental desire for pure, beautiful forms derived from the constraints of function, technology and context. Distinguished by a multi-disciplinary method that engages furniture, interior, product and package design, their work has been globally exhibited and acknowledged. They are the recipients of the prestigious National Design Award (1999) in Spain where they practice and teach extensively. Lievore Altherr Molina have created some of our most influential and beloved collections, such as Catifa, Duna and Leaf.

Arper, an Italian fashion furniture brand, originated from the 1989 artisan leather workshop. Since 2000, Arper has served the world with its unique design, superior materials, innovation and first-class quality.
Arper is distributed in more than 90 countries around the world. The exhibition halls are located in: Milan, Cologne, Stockholm, Oslo, New York, Chicago, Dubai, London, Gobenhagen, Amsterdam, etc. Since 2014, this fashion furniture brand Enter Chinese market.
Arper's design philosophy: a combination of contradictions and conflicts. Furniture is made from the world's slimmest and strongest materials. Arper's furniture is 100% manufactured in Italy.
Arper's design philosophy: Arper brings together a group of leading international top designers, designing chairs, tables, sofas, stools and small armchairs. Famous designers such as Rodolfo Dordoni, Jean-Marie Massaud, Simon Pengelly, and Ichiro Iwasaki brought their different cultural backgrounds, ideas and languages into the company, shaping Arper's distinctive style: fashion and exquisiteness.
Arper's innovative revolution: Arper uses a special technique to combine two different color plastics on the front and back of the chair to produce a two-tone plastic chair. This innovative change has made them world famous.
Arper's products include multi-functional chairs, bar chairs, tables and some sofas. The slender but strong structure makes Arper stand out.
Arper's home is favored by fashion designers around the world, from outdoor to home, office, commercial, display and many other uses.