“For us, materials have always been an essential part of every project, so research into external materials is fundamental,” says Mazzei, whose dedication to creating new yarns and one-of-a-kind fabrics defines each of the esteemed Italian maker’s collections.“This year, we found inspiration in the natural world. Nature has inspired us since 1990, with the Flower Collection. It is our way of looking at the beauty which is often there before our eyes. Nature is an infinite source of inspiration.” For the new collection, particular inspiration was drawn from precious stones. Colour is infused directly into the yarns, ensuring their brilliance over time, and resulting in hues like Alpine Green and dark Nero Marquinia, veined with silver, Carrara Statuary White and the warm golden Royal Yellow. The richly textured palette transforms the sculpted lines and softness of sofas including On the Rocks, Sherazade and Standard, announcing – in typical Edra style – a bold new direction for lounging outdoors.
