ROUND D.154.5

Gio Ponti’s Round D.154.5 armchair is a visionary icon that captures the spirit of mid-century innovation and modernity. With its groundbreaking shape and pioneering use of materials, this design, originally created in 1954, marked a pivotal moment in Ponti’s career, embracing new possibilities born from the era’s optimism and technological advances. Now reissued by Molteni&C, iconic masterpiece is made new with remarkable fidelity.

The armchair’s design unfolds through eight distinct components, earning it the nickname “Otto Pezzi”. Including a sculptural backrest and seat joined by elegantly curved elements, its slender metal leg ensures stability while contributing to its refined silhouette.

Crafted from multi-layered ash wood, the Round armchair balances structural ingenuity with tactile warmth. Upholstered in Vipla, an innovative leather-like plastic originally chosen by Ponti, the chair evokes a unique sensory experience. Today, it can be customized with a variety of textiles or leather from the Molteni&C collection, blending heritage with contemporary living.

Giovanni “Gio” Ponti  is one of the Italian masters of architecture. A selection of his works are exclusively reproduced by Molteni&C in collaboration with the Gio Ponti Archives.