Tecno

Tecno is innovative Italian furniture firm, founded 1953 by Osvaldo and Fulgenzio Borsani, had its origins in the family furniture-making concern, the Atelier di Varedo, established 26 years earlier. Using Osvaldo’s designs Tecno soon established a reputation for innovative design, particularly in the use of metal frames and polyfoam upholstery. This was boosted by participation in the Milan Triennale of 1954 where visitors could see the flexible D70 divan-bed. This was followed by the highly versatile P40 lounge chair, which could be adjusted to a variety of seating and reclining positions from chaise longue to upright, which was seen at the 1957 Triennale. From the 1960s the company commissioned work from other designers and groups including Carlo De Carli, whose armchair was awarded the Gran Premio at the 1960 Triennale, Gio Ponti, and Norman Foster Associates. In addition to individually commissioned work the company expanded its output to include large-scale contract work.

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