Kartell Componibili: history and buying guide in Rimini and Riccione

Some objects go beyond trends without ever losing their charm. Kartell Componibili belong to this category: a project created in the late 1960s that still represents one of the finest examples of Italian design, combining aesthetics, functionality and versatility.

Found in homes, hotels, professional studios and even museums around the world, Componibili have become a symbol of contemporary furniture. Their strength lies in the simplicity of the project: modular elements that create practical, elegant storage units perfectly suited to different spaces.

The birth of an icon by Anna Castelli Ferrieri

Designed in 1967 by Anna Castelli Ferrieri for Kartell, Componibili represent one of the most important revolutions in plastic furniture design.

The idea was as simple as it was innovative: to create a modular, stackable storage unit that could easily adapt to different needs throughout the home.

Thanks to plastic moulding technology, Kartell created a resistant, lightweight and accessible object destined to become one of the most representative products in the history of Italian design.

Today, Componibili are part of the permanent collection of MoMA in New York and are considered one of the most recognisable design objects in the world.

Why are Kartell Componibili still so contemporary?

The secret of their success lies in their ability to adapt to the changes of contemporary living.

In a time when spaces are increasingly flexible, a piece of furniture that can serve multiple functions represents real added value.

Componibili can become:

• a bedside table in the bedroom;
• a side table next to the sofa in the living room;
• a storage unit for the bathroom;
• a small cabinet for the entrance area;
• a design piece for the office and home working area;
• a decorative element for shops and showrooms.

Their soft lines, rounded shapes and characteristic sliding doors make them instantly recognisable and extremely practical for everyday use.

Sustainable materials and contemporary production

In recent years, Kartell has renewed this great classic by introducing new versions made with increasingly sustainable materials.

Alongside the traditional models, there are now versions made with recycled material, while maintaining the same quality, resistance and finishes.

This evolution shows how a project created more than fifty years ago can continue to respond to contemporary living needs without losing its identity.

Which Componibili should you choose?

The collection includes several variants, designed to adapt to every environment.

Among the most appreciated options are:

• two-element Componibili, ideal as a bedside table;
• three-element Componibili, perfect for the living room and study;
• versions with four compartments for those who need greater storage capacity;
• Mini Componibili, ideal as small tabletop storage units;
• a wide range of matt and glossy finishes, as well as iconic colours and contemporary tones.

This wide selection makes it easy to place Componibili in minimalist interiors as well as in more eclectic spaces.

A timeless design piece

Few products can boast more than fifty years of continuous production while keeping their charm intact.

Kartell Componibili are one of them.

Their essential aesthetic makes them easy to combine with modern, contemporary and even classic interiors, proving that good design never expires.

It is precisely this ability to evolve without changing that has turned them into a true icon of Made in Italy.

Where to buy Kartell Componibili

For over 40 years, Diffusione Luce, with its showroom in Coriano, just a few minutes from Riccione and Rimini, and its online shop Diffusione Shop, has offered a selection of the best Kartell products, with specialised consultancy and support in choosing design furniture.

Until July 12, a dedicated promotion is also active with discounts of up to -20% off on a selection of Kartell products, an interesting opportunity to purchase one of the most iconic pieces of Italian design.

Discover the Kartell collection on Diffusione Shop and be inspired by an object that has been telling the story of design for over half a century.