Month: September 2026

LAMM integrated desk and seating system has been customised to harmonize with the minimalist style of the interiors, fully respecting the authentic character of the historic spaces.

 

In the heart of Rome’s multicultural Esquilino district – a vibrant neighbourhood in the city centre – a building that had stood unused since 2017 has been brought back to life through a conservative restoration project. The work has removed the worthless additions accumulated over the years, restoring the original character of this fine example of Art Nouveau architecture. More than a simple renovation: the project is part of a wider urban regeneration initiative, creating a new cultural and creative hub aimed at revitalising the district and providing social and economic value for the area.

The project involved the restoration of the former Magazzini allo Statuto (MAS) complex. Following the renovation process – carried out by Studio Kami Architecture & Engineering with the support of the architectural firm DDArch – the building now houses the Accademia Costume & Moda (ACM), an internationally renowned centre of excellence that has trained designers who have gone on to become leading figures at major fashion houses in Italy and worldwide. Fondo Infrastrutture per la Crescita – Esg of Azimut Libera Impresa Sgr acquired the building and financed the project with an investment of around 20 million euros, giving this iconic landmark in the neighbourhood a new lease of life.

Over 6,000 square metres spread across seven floors, capable of accommodating up to 700 students, house fully digitised classrooms, workshops, new spaces for the library and the fabric library, as well as 250 square metres of terraces and a rooftop designed as recreational and communal spaces.

In this dynamic and innovative context, and in keeping with a design that has sought to respect the genius loci, the E4000 study benches – Lucci and Orlandini are featured, characterised by unconventional finishes and neutral tones. Light-coloured faux leather upholstery and white finishes characterise the integrated system of desk and seating, adapted to the minimalist style of the interiors where the architectural structures and history take centre stage.

The tip-up writing table, in white laminate, is equipped with a “soft-closing” mechanism, resulting from a patented system. Soft colours are also used for the seats, backrests and front-row panels, all upholstered in light-coloured faux leather to achieve a clean and uniform look. The seat features a controlled and silent closing mechanism, thanks a cushioned automatic return.

All components offer the strength and durability required for educational settings, while integrating elements for power supply and device charging; the desks – arranged in straight rows on steps – are in fact equipped with an electrification system. Durability and sustainability: wood materials used for the supply are, in fact, FSC® C134805 certified, sourced from responsibly managed forests and other controlled material.

Project name: Accademia Costume & Moda in Rome
Location: Rome, Italy
Architectural project: Studio Kami Architecture & Engineering
Year: 2025
LAMM supply: E4000 study benches – Lucci e Orlandini
Photographs: courtesy of Studio Kami Architecture & Engineering | Ph. © Alberto Muciaccia

 

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LAMM, certified company (FSC® C134805) and partner of FSC® Italia, is taking part once again this year in FSC® Forest Week (21–27 September 2026): the global campaign organized by the Forest Stewardship Council® aimed at promoting and raising public awareness about the importance of responsible forest management.

 

The campaign’s central theme remains “Do one thing for forests”: a simple but concrete message addressed to individuals, companies and institutions, aimed at reminding us how each of us, through our daily choices, can make a difference and contribute to major changes.

 

Taking part in FSC® Forest Week is part of a broader corporate strategy that integrates certifications and management systems aimed at ensuring high-quality and environmental standards, including: UNI EN ISO 9001, for the establishment of a quality management system; UNI EN ISO 14001 and EMAS registration, which certify a commitment to environmental and sustainable management; the GREENiTOP® badge, which, following the conclusion of LEED® mapping, officially includes the company in the “green community”, in addition the ecological quality label EU Ecolabel and Éco-impact for some products in its range.

 

A concrete commitment to a more sustainable and conscious future, built on daily choices, attention throughout the supply chain and collective responsibility.

LAMM seating serve the dynamism of the new brand of the largest independent banking group in the Northeastern Italy, designed to bring young people closer to the world of finance.

 

Increasing financial literacy, supporting personal and professional development, stimulating creativity and passion and, ultimately, encouraging the exchange of ideas and collaboration. These are the objectives driving Sparkasse – Cassa di Risparmio di Bolzano, the largest independent banking group in the Northeastern Italy, and its new Spark brand. The initiative has a strong digital presence across social media and the web, as well as two physical spaces: Spark Space, a creative hub designed as a meeting place for sharing experiences and Spark Studio, a cutting-edge studio for producing and sharing digital content.

The project operates on several fronts, focusing on financial education for younger generations, building an active community with which to engage and connect, and increasing awareness of products and tools that can help people manage their finances.

Located in Bolzano’s historic city centre, the spaces offer a range of technologies and facilities for content creation, including a podcast room and professional videoconferencing facilities. At the heart of the project are the meeting spaces. The auditorium at Spark Space is a particular highlight: a dynamic and vibrant environment enhanced by OnTime armchairs – Baldanzi & Novelli, reflecting the brand’s values and its aim of bringing people together to create an innovative ecosystem for dialogue and exchange.

With OnTime, the space can be easily reconfigured. This newly designed armchair, conceived for multifunctional environments, features an exclusive movement system that allows seat and sides to fold up on the backrest, reducing its total thickness to just 20 cm. Once folded, the armchair can be easily moved and stored. For the Bolzano project, the fixed feet version has been selected; a version with black swivel castors is also available. The armchairs are upholstered in 100% Trevira CS polyester fabric, which is OEKO-TEX® certified and labelled with the ecological quality mark EU Ecolabel, which attest the fabric’s compliance with relevant health and environmental standards.

The tip-up writing tablet uses an extractable interlocking system (screwless), which makes replacement quick and straightforward while also simplifying chair storage. Functionality is combined with comfort: the backrest adapts to the seated user’s posture thanks to a harmonic steel springs mechanism that gives to the upper side greater flexibility and ergonomic support. Attention to detail and aesthetics are equally important to the design. The movement system leaves no visible hinges, while the upholstery colours were selected to harmonise perfectly with Sparkasse’s distinctive corporate image. The supply is complemented by transport dollies for stacked seats and connecting hooks for aligning the rows.

Project name: Spark Space – Auditorium
Location: Bolzano, Italy
Client: Sparkasse – Cassa di Risparmio di Bolzano
Designer: Dinn!
General Contractor: BUILT S.r.l.
Year: 2025
LAMM supply: OnTime armchairs – Baldanzi & Novelli
Photographs: Meraner & Hauser

 

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The LAMM armchairs furnish and enhance the functionality of the futuristic auditorium designed by the international firm KPF – Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates.

 

In Turkey’s most important financial district, developed following the smart city model to foster economic growth and attract international investors, stands the headquarters of the historic Ziraat Bank, a leader in the Turkish banking sector and wealth management. The design is by the international studio KPF – Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates, with offices in China, the USA, Europe, Hong Kong, Singapore, and South Korea, and the authors of projects such as Abu Dhabi International Airport, the Shanghai World Financial Center, and numerous well-known urban transformation initiatives.

The Ziraat Bank headquarters is the central hub of the new “Istanbul International Financial Center” district. The bank’s headquarters comprises two sculptural towers of 40 and 46 floors, unified by a base eight stories high, featuring bridges that facilitate connection within the architectural complex. The lower levels of the base feature the sculptural form of the independent auditorium. It resembles a stone floating above the ground and is clad in locally sourced, digitally fabricated double-curved stone panels.

The futuristic auditorium, the crowning jewel of the new architecture, is furnished and made functional with over 500 F50 armchairs – R&D LAMM, which contrast the majestic, undulating wooden ceiling designed for optimal acoustics. Comfort, elegance, versatility, and a wide range of accessories are offered for the fully upholstered seating, installed in curved rows on stepped tiers with variable spacing. Some chairs were specifically developed to be completely removable: their installation was carried out using double side panels, mounted on a ‘rack’ system. This allows the chairs to be easily moved in groups of two or three on wheels with just a few simple steps.

The armchairs are numbered by seat and row, and those facing the staircases are equipped with side LED lights to illuminate the steps. For the upholstery, three shades of red were chosen to create a harmonious chromatic effect, adding dynamism and movement to the space.

Project: Ziraat Bank Headquarters – Istanbul
Location: Istanbul, Turkey
Client: Ziraat Bank
Architect: KPF – Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates
Year: 2024
LAMM Dealer: CODE Design
Supply LAMM: 502 F50 Armchairs – R&D LAMM
Photographs: Dirk Lindner

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