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Patricia Urquiola Cements Her Genius With the CIMENTO Collection

08.29.24 | By
Patricia Urquiola Cements Her Genius With the CIMENTO Collection

Spanish architect and designer Patricia Urquiola further solidifies her legacy as one of today’s foremost designers with her latest furniture collection created in collaboration with CIMENTO, a Venice-based brand known for its innovations in surface design. Unveiled at Salone del Mobile, this collection spans four unique product lines that transform CIMENTO’s distinctive materials into modern furniture and accessories. Urquiola’s designs blend playful shapes, vibrant colors, and raw finishes, showcasing the material’s versatility while highlighting her signature touch of elegance and craftsmanship.

Assorted modern furniture pieces, including shelves, tables, and a chair, with geometric designs and multicolored segmented legs

The Alberoni line captivates with its contrast between colorful, layered columns and sleek, rectilinear forms. The multi-colored layers, reminiscent of sedimentary rocks found in the earth’s geology, bring a natural, earthy aesthetic to a side table, coffee table, stool, and bookcase in this series.

Minimalist three-tier shelf with two cylindrical supports made of layered, multicolored material in beige, white, and lavender tones on a white background

A modern, beige shelving unit with two shelves and a round, multi-colored support column featuring earthy tones of beige, brown, and purple

A modern, minimalist console table with a pink finish, featuring two layers supported by a solid side panel and two cylindrical legs with a textured design in white, terracotta, and pink shades

A modern side table with a light red rectangular top and an asymmetrical cylindrical base featuring layers of red, orange, and white

A modern chair with a light blue seat and backrest, supported by a cylindrical leg featuring layered pastel blue, pink, and white colors on a white background

A set of modern, minimalist furniture pieces including a chair, a table, a bench, and two stools, all with a textured surface in neutral and pastel colors, arranged against a white background

In contrast, the Lazzaro features more fluid, organic shapes. Comprising a dining table, coffee table, side table, chair, and stool, this line has a raw, unpolished feel, with rough surfaces adding tactile interest. Soft curves and subtle color gradations emphasize the connections where surfaces meet, bringing attention to the sculptural nature of each piece.

A collection of colorful, textured stools and ottomans in various shapes and sizes arranged on a white background

A modern, abstract chair with a tall, narrow backrest and broad cylindrical legs upholstered in light blue fabric

A sculptural table with a flat, textured surface supported by two cylindrical legs. A circular, tray-like object is positioned centrally on the tabletop

A minimalist furniture collection featuring a round table, stools, a rectangular table, and a framed mirror, all in muted colors against a white background

Bridging these styles, the Zaccaria line offers a balanced mix of texture, color variation, and angular form, creating a multi-sensory experience. Brutalist in inspiration, the vertical sides are marked by striped finishes, while smooth yet textured surfaces define the horizontal planes. Closer inspections reveal the layers of spray-painted colors that make each piece that much more visually interesting. Zaccaria includes a dining table, coffee table, side table, stool, mirror, and console, forming a cohesive, striking series.

Four geometric, textured stools in orange, purple, green, and beige, each with a ridged pattern and unique shape, are displayed on a white background

A concrete coffee table with a textured surface and a minimalist, block-like design on a white background

A square beige table with a textured surface, featuring vertical grooves on the sides and legs, set against a plain white background

A 3D-printed architectural model of a small, geometrically-designed structure with a protruding flat roof and grooved textures, captured against a plain white background

A round table with a textured, vertically-striped surface and base, standing on a white background

Two textured, rectangular tables with ribbed edges. One table is an earthy beige color while the other is a dark gray. The tables are positioned next to each other on a light, neutral background

Five minimalist, textured ceramic vessels in varying shapes and pastel colors (lavender, lilac, and mint) are arranged on a white background

To complement these lines, CIMENTO introduces its first collection of objects inspired by furniture, the Guglie vases. These architectural pieces subtly echo the color and design elements of the larger furniture collection, adding a perfect finishing touch.

A stack of two porous, purple-tinted, rectangular, textured vases on a white background.

Close-up of a textured vase with a mixture of purple and yellow forming a horizontal gradient. The lower half has ridged, vertical grooves

To learn more about the full CIMENTO collection by Patricia Urquiola, visit cimentocollection.com.

Photography courtesy of CIMENTO, with featured photograph by Silvia Rivoltella.

As the Senior Contributing Editor, Vy Yang is obsessed with discovering ways to live well + with intention through design. She's probably sharing what she finds over on Instagram stories. You can also find her at vytranyang.com.