RIFLESSI and the new chair designed by CarlesiTonelli Studio
On the occasion of Milan Design Week 2026, RIFLESSI – a leading manufacturer of entirely Made in Italy designer furniture – presents a preview of ARCHIMEDE, the new chair designed by CarlesiTonelli Studio: a project that interprets design as the perfect harmony between formal rigour and well-being. ARCHIMEDE is the result of a profound reflection on the concept of balance between form and matter, between structure and comfort. The name of the collection refers to the purity of its lines, the elegance of its geometry and the pursuit of simplicity. This ambitious concept has given rise to a versatile chair with a contemporary identity, capable of transcending stylistic and temporal barriers through a syntax of clean lines and defined volumes that becomes architecture.
The silhouette is clean, essential and slender: the thin legs create a light profile, while the original V-shaped opening in the backrest introduces a distinctive, almost graphic feature that becomes the hallmark of the design. This detail gives the chair a sculptural presence that is both discreet and strong in character. The balance between minimalism and comfort transforms the lines of the chair, giving shape to a piece of furniture with a distinctive aesthetic code that adds personality to residential environments and high-profile hospitality and contract areas.
Like every RIFLESSI creation, ARCHIMEDE finds its most authentic expression in the sartorial culture of detail and craftsmanship that has always distinguished the brand.
Conceived by designers as a blank canvas, almost an archetype of pure design, the chair welcomes different material interpretations, enhancing personalisation as a value.
Three versatile versions are born from a single soul:
To guarantee maximum comfort and softness, RIFLESSI has chosen the latest generation leather, recently launched on the market, from Gruppo Mastrotto, an internationally renowned tannery in the premium and luxury segments, known for its commitment to sustainability, continuous research and the adoption of advanced processes. The choice of this high-end upholstery, made from carefully treated and processed European cowhide leather, guarantees unrivalled performance and quality: stain-resistant, abrasion-resistant, easy to clean, as well as antibacterial and antiviral properties. These characteristics ensure a very long product life cycle, making ARCHIMEDE an ideal piece of furniture even for public spaces (hotels, restaurants, cinemas, theatres, lounges, conference rooms and waiting rooms, healthcare facilities and doctors’ surgeries) where hygiene and wear resistance are crucial.
This version interprets timeless elegance. The material, lively and authentic, acquires a natural charm with use, transforming every mark into memory and identity. Designed for environments with a strong and conscious taste, ARCHIMEDE tells the story of living.
This interpretation introduces an unexpected visual lightness. The open weave creates depth and rhythm, suggesting a balance between structural solidity and material transparency.
ARCHIMEDE’s construction philosophy fully reflects RIFLESSI’s design principles: concept, research, method and identity are developed in a complete family – chair, armchair and stool – designed to respond elegantly to the needs of contemporary living.
With Archimede, RIFLESSI confirms its commitment to 100% Made in Italy quality, sartorial excellence and technical research, placing the individual and their well-being at the centre.
