Paola Lenti has consistently championed the use of materials that embody not only beauty and functionality but also sustainability, environmental respect, and a compelling narrative of their own history.
A testament to this commitment is the company’s recent embrace of Abonos, a submerged fossil wood sourced from river beds using a meticulous extraction process designed to preserve both the material and the surrounding environment. Abonos, with its origins dating back to eras as ancient as the great glaciations, carries the imprints of natural elements – water, sand, and gravel – that safeguarded it during its long burial.
The unique fossilisation process, facilitated by sedimentation, renders this wood highly resistant to humidity, enabling it to maintain its structural integrity outdoors even in challenging climate conditions. Each recovered log is a fragment of the historical tapestry of its origin, evident in the varied colour tones. Cooler shades hint at gravelly environments, while warm orange tones signify the presence of clay.
Paola Lenti's selection of Abonos is grounded in its structural qualities, ensuring superior performance in diverse exterior settings. Additionally, the wood's natural aesthetics allow the company to offer a vibrant palette without resorting to artificial dyes, all while eliminating the need to fell new trees.
Various heartwoods and root woods, including poplar, ash, elm, and oak, are transformed into exquisite elements in the creation of furniture and accessories. This way, tables, side tables, sofas, armchairs, and screens, embody the essence of nature. Each piece is exclusively treated with water-based finishes, allowing the distinctive marks left by the wood's originating environment to speak freely on the surface.
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