Al Fresco: modernist elegance between indoors and outdoors
A meeting of Mediterranean architecture and modernist design
"Al Fresco" evokes a Mediterranean way of life — a balance of light and shadow, architectural heritage and modern design. At the heart of this captivating setting stands the iconic high oval Tulip table for 8 by Eero Saarinen, bridging past and present in a strikingly sculptural form. Designed in 1957 as part of the renowned Pedestal Collection, this table reflects Saarinen’s ambition to declutter dining areas by eliminating the "confusing, unrestful world" of traditional table legs. Its central pedestal base, cast in white or black lacquered aluminium, offers visual lightness without compromising stability.
A refined tabletop that elevates natural materials
The table’s surface — available in premium marble, fine wood or robust granite — radiates timeless elegance. Positioned between the refinement of an interior space and the openness of a sunlit terrace, its polished finish catches the natural light and subtly echoes the lines of palazzo-inspired architecture. Surrounded by the legendary Superleggera chairs by Gio Ponti, this setup brings together two 20th-century design icons in seamless harmony. The delicate, lightweight frame of Ponti’s chairs contrasts with the sculptural strength of the Tulip table, highlighting the complementary genius of two modernist masters.
An inspiring and open living space
This setting embodies effortless elegance and understated luxury, where every detail is crafted to elevate the space without overwhelming it. The light-toned marble, slender chair profiles, architectural stone arches and the natural play of light and shadow combine to create a rare sense of serenity. More than a dining arrangement, this is a celebration of form, function and the dialogue between contemporary furniture design and architectural space.
A convivial and timeless scene
Whether you're furnishing a bright indoor dining room or a semi-outdoor space inspired by Mediterranean villas, the combination of the high oval Tulip table and Gio Ponti's Superleggera chairs offers a design-forward and highly functional solution. "Al Fresco" celebrates the art of entertaining at the crossroads of timeless elegance and modern innovation — transforming every gathering into a moment of elevated living.
