Oak Wood Coffee Table RIO, designed by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

Charlotte Perriand (1903–1999) was one of the most influential figures in 20th-century design, known for seamlessly combining modernist aesthetics, technical innovation, and social commitment. Trained at the École de l’Union Centrale des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, she quickly gained recognition with groundbreaking projects such as the famous Bar sous le toit, which caught the attention of Le Corbusier.

She was subsequently invited to collaborate with Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret at the Rue de Sèvres studio, where she contributed to the creation of some of modernism’s most iconic furniture pieces, including the LC1, LC2, and LC4 chairs, often credited as co-author.

Perriand’s design approach combined a rational, functional vision of space with a profound respect for natural materials and the social role of design. From the 1930s onward, her work embraced new influences, such as Japanese craftsmanship and vernacular cultures, anticipating many themes central to contemporary design.

This collection curated by Cassina revives the formal rigor and constructive intelligence that characterize her oeuvre. Pieces like the Accordo coffee table, designed in 1985, illustrate the maturity of a designer who remained true to her principles while constantly renewing her vision.

Charlotte Perriand’s legacy continues to influence contemporary design through her ability to unite ethics, aesthetics, and functionality in a poetic vision of living.