Le Bambole Armchair

The Bambola armchair is part of Le Bambole series, originally designed in 1972, awarded with the Compasso d’Oro in 1979. Icon of timeless contemporaneity and one of the most effective expressions of Made in Italy excellence combining research and creative flair, Le Bambole have provided a very personal answer to the theme of seats. What makes them special is the apparent absence of a load bearing structure, the extreme naturalness of the shape, and the combination of comfort, softness and elasticity that their appearance conveys. Where the original construction was based on a metal structure embedded in polyurethane, now the materials used are of the latest generation, starting from recycled polyethylene gives structure. A sustainable project thanks to the choice of materials and the construction method, that allows the components of Le Bambole to be completely disassembled and therefore easily recyclable.

B&B Italia is now presenting, in a renewed version, “Le Bambole” an incredibly successful collection designed in the 1970s, winner of the “Compasso d’Oro” Award in 1979. What makes “Le Bambole” really special is the apparent absence of a supporting structure. The extremely natural look of the overall shape, and the message of comfort, softness and elasticity that its appearance conveys so effectively are the characteristics that make a lasting impression. “Le Bambole ’07”, in the armchair model (Bambola), two-seat and three-seat sofa (Bibambola and Tribambola), and pouf in two different sizes (Bambouff), is best fitted out in denim, peached finish cottons or suede leather.

B&B Italia presents Le Bambole by Mario Bellini, in a radically renewed version. Fifty years after their initial creation, these icons of Italian style are evolving thanks to new design choices that make them even more comfortable and increasingly sustainable.

"I feel the pleasure of revisiting this family again, because it confirms to me that it is anything but aged; on the contrary, it is enjoying a thriving and promising second life, a rebirth done in a big way, done with enthusiasm, with breadth, with decorations and with the original flourishes. We have recovered its charm, its sumptuous floridity, its softness”. Mario Bellini

A constant presence in the B&B Italia catalogue for 50 years, Le Bambole evolves and becomes even more contemporary. The revamped version recaptures a look and feel more akin to the original, favouring generous, curvy, increasingly feminine shapes.

The new range sees confirmations and new elements, for a collection that restarts from the basic elements: the Bambola armchair, the Bibambola two-seater sofa, the Bamboletto double bed. In addition, the three-seater sofa has been updated to meet today's needs, with a deeper seat that has earned it the name Granbambola.Throughout their history, Le Bambole have seen slight adaptations in shape, proving that they are always able to keep up with the times. In addition to appearance, comfort is a key element of the design. Once again, softness is guaranteed by a series of clever construction measures despite the minimum amount of polyurethane used. Where the original construction was based on a metal structure embedded in polyurethane, now the materials used are of the latest generation. Recycled polyethylene gives structure; elements in polyurethane foam and thermoplastic elastomers are added to shape the geometry and define comfort and breathability, all sheathed by an undercover derived from recycled PET. These design choices mean that every item in the new Le Bambole collection is completely disassembled and therefore easily recyclable.

The renewal of this collection brings with it new coverings. A new sablé fabric (Sila) available in eight colours. Its pleasingly irregular, three-dimensional nature masks the orthogonal effect of warp and weft, amplifying the effect of softness through a studied irregularity that seems reminiscent of natural, spontaneous surfaces. This sensation begins with sight and is completed by touch. In fact, as Mario Bellini says: 'The variation of this fabric, when in contact with your hands, your arms, your body, empathises with your skin and is extremely pleasant'.Another exciting new addition is a dreamy and humorous floral print fabric (Manila) characterised by large roses with a classic feel, an unusual contrast capable of giving each Bambola a totally unexpected outfit. This limited edition fabric is available on a white or black base. Le Bambole can also be upholstered in high-quality leather (Kasia) , an extremely soft and naturally marked full-grain leather. Here, too, touch and sight are equally satisfied, giving each Bambola an even more elegant and refined appearance.