The magic of Alcantara fabric ® – versatile and high quality
Alcantara ® sounds like a magical mantra, a little like Abracadabara. Indeed it is Alcantara fabric ® an innovative material like no other. This unique and versatile modern furnishing fabric was first developed in Italy in the 1970s and is specially adapted to the requirements of the 21st century. Of the Alcantara fabric ® is easy to see, fabulous to touch and super practical.
The Alcantara Stoff ® – extremely versatile, modern textile fabric
Of the Alcantara fabric ® is not just a luxurious material created solely for interior design. This versatile modern fabric has numerous exciting uses, including fashion design and accessories. The magical fabric is available in an infinite range of fabulous colors, patterns and sensual textures. But now the focus is on interior and furniture design.
Alcantara fabric ® – a luxurious material
The soft, pliable Alcantara ® is particularly suitable for upholstering furniture with sculptural shapes and is preferred by many leading furniture manufacturers and interior designers. Established designers such as Marcel Wanders, Paulo Navone, Piero Lissoni and Giullo Cappellini have chosen this material. Cappellini used this versatile modern fabric for a fascinating and funny installation entitled ‘The Future Landscape’ in the 2012 Fuori Salone. This not only shows the versatility and beauty of the Alcantara fabric ®, but also the company’s commitment to making a completely environmentally friendly product.
Light textile care for hectic everyday life
The easy-care qualities from Alcantara fabric ® are particularly attractive to people with the hectic lifestyles of the 21st century. This textile is extremely durable and can withstand almost anything. Alcantara is considerably insensitive to dirt, so daily maintenance only requires a duster or vacuum cleaner. Washing is usually only necessary once a year. How cool is that? In addition to the low maintenance requirements, this innovative and versatile textile has additional energy-saving effects that are also good for protecting the natural environment.
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“Tulip” armchair by Cappelinni
Garment armchair by Cappellini
Sofa design by Ligne Roset
Alcantara upholstery fabric
Armchair design with Alcantara upholstery
gray upholstery
Living room furniture
Alcantara® – modern and easy to care for