Arnò, the embracing sofa designed by Bertrand Lejoly for Paola Lenti

In an increasingly fast-paced world, Arnò, designed by Bertrand Lejoly for Paola Lenti, invites us to pau The original idea — the image of a woven basket generously cradling a cluster of plush cushions — is translated here into a piece defined by restrained lines, balanced proportions, and an unmistakable call to comfort.

The structure, crafted in matte lacquered steel with a wooden base, serves both as a technical support and a textile container: on its outer face, a removable knitted cover wraps the piece, lending it a tactile quality that defines its character. Inside, seat and back cushions made from high-resilience expanded polyurethane ensure lasting comfort and durability. Arnò can be configured freely thanks to its versatile modules — central seats, corners, with or without armrests — making it a flexible, open system capable of adapting to different spaces and needs.

Product: Sofá Arnò.
Design: Bertrand Lejoly.
Year: 2025.
Band: Paola Lenti. Italia.

Bertrand Lejoly, refined simplicity

Trained across Belgium, Germany, and Italy, Bertrand Lejoly has developed a language he defines as refined simplicity: a subtle blend of restrained expressiveness, collective memory, and architectural proportion. After years collaborating with renowned studios such as Matteo Thun & Partners and Vincent Van Duysen Architects, he founded his own studio in 2021, crafting functional and serene objects that balance the classical with the contemporary.

Lejoly’s work is deeply attentive to context: his pieces do not seek to stand out through extravagance but rather to blend into a broader, harmonious atmosphere. His collaborations with brands like Zanotta, Fantini, Duravit, and Serax have earned him international recognition, including the German Design Award, Red Dot Award, IF Design Award, and the Archiproducts Award.
His collaboration with Paola Lenti feels almost inevitable: both share a pursuit of beauty through formal purity, honest materials, and lasting design.

Paola Lenti, a thread that unites everything

It all began with a thread. In 1994, Paola Lenti introduced her first rugs — born from a profound artisanal vocation and a chromatic sensitivity that would soon become her unmistakable signature. Since then, the Italian brand has built a coherent, immersive universe where design converses naturally with tradition, innovation, and sustainability.

Initially specialized in outdoor furniture, Paola Lenti has expanded her catalogue to encompass all areas of living: sofas, tables, modular systems, shelving, and accessories combine seamlessly, sustained by continuous research into fibers, colors, and textures. Production remains firmly rooted in Italy, collaborating with artisans and research centers, and prioritizing recyclable materials, natural fibers such as linen and hemp, and low-impact production processes.

Today, with a presence in over 60 countries and close to 300 international showrooms, Paola Lenti remains true to her origins: crafting lasting beauty from the essential.

Fuente: Paola Lenti y Bertrand Lejoly

Project by Bertrand Lejoly