San
Manutti | by Lionel Doyen
San draws from Japanese art as inspiration for its truly unique design. Both timeless and contemporary, the minimalist frame has been meticulously refined to expose every detail. An artful blend of shapes and materials illustrates the ingenuity of this creation, that is now also available in teak scuro. The winner of the Interior Design’s Best of Year Award in the category ‘Furniture – Outdoor Seating’, San is a perfect fit for any setting, exterior or interior.
With a practical understanding of product usability and an eye for fine details, Lionel Doyen (1978) takes a slightly different approach to design and development. Specialised in service, product and industrial design, the French designer aims to create on a more personal and experimental level, always keeping the customer’s experience in mind. His style can best be described as innovative and timeless, as he consistently looks beyond mere aesthetic appeal. He designed the Solid, San and Kumo collections for Manutti, blending design with everyday comfort. In 2013, he launched his own design studio.