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The Torii Nest Outdoor Collection Is a Woven Dream

Minotti’s Torii Nest was first introduced in 2020 for use indoors – but this year it’s making the move outside. The Torii Nest Outdoor collection, designed by nendo, features some of the same traditional Japanese structural details as its predecessor, with a woven backrest. Inspired by Vienna straw and executed in a larger mesh, the ecru or dark brown cord covers the varnished tubular steel frame of the armchair, lounge, and dining chair that make up the collection. Torii Nest’s perfect half-circle backrest is as sophisticated as it is comfortable, with an airy feel and accompanying upholstered seat. Functional and ergonomic, it sits upon a base of natural teak or dark brown stained mahogany that’s supported by varnished aluminum legs with a polished, bronze-colored, anti-touch finish. The three chair designs are available in fixed and swivel without return versions.

outdoor living space with armchairs and coffee table

outdoor living space with two armchairs and coffee table

armchair with woven back and arms on white background

armchair with woven back and arms on white background

armchair with woven back and arms on white background

dining chair with woven back and arms on white background

dining chair with woven back and arms on white background

lounge chair with woven back and arms on white background

lounge chair with woven back and arms on white background

light-skinned man with black hair wearing glasses and button down white shirt

Oki Sato of nendo

To learn more about the Torii Nest Outdoor collection, visit minotti.com.

Kelly Beall is Director of Branded Content at Design Milk. The Pittsburgh-based writer and designer has had a deep love of art and design for as long as she can remember, from Fashion Plates to MoMA and far beyond. When not searching out the visual arts, she's likely sharing her favorite finds with others. Kelly can also be found tracking down new music, teaching herself to play the ukulele, or on the couch with her three pets – Bebe, Rainey, and Remy. Find her @designcrush on social.