CUSTOM BLENDS NATURAL LANDSCAPE WITH MODERN AESTHETICS
Against the background of the Mediterranean scenery of Pantelleria, EthimoThe 2026 catalog features a collection of outdoor furniture pieces, turning the relationship between design and environment into a real conscious dialogue. Entitled Architectural Nature, the concept provides a thoughtful meeting between nature and island origins with the contemporary aesthetic of the collection’s refined pieces. It is located between Sicily and Tunisia, the Mediterranean island of volcanic landscapes and crystal waters was transformed into a living stage for Ethimo’s plans to host a visual and sensory experience centered around the 2026 collections.
Venexia Club Chair designed by Luca Nichetto | all images courtesy of Ethimo
A DIMENSION OF CONSCIOUS DESIGN AND WELL-BEING
The 2026 catalog marks a decisive advance for him Ethimo’s creative journey, framing the outdoors as both personal narrative and cultural expression. Moving beyond the simple production of objects, the collection adopts an architectural sensibility to how man-made elements interact with the nuances of the natural landscape. Through a series of collaborations with Luca Nichetto, Marcello Ziliani, Christophe Pillet, Valerio Sommella and Cristina Celestino, the brand cements its position in the contemporary luxury scene, ensuring that sophisticated aesthetics are balanced with material-based sustainability.
Lodge lounge collection by Christophe Pillet
DESIGN AS A BALANCED INTEGRATION WITH THE ENVIRONMENT
The main idea of the Architectural Nature catalog lies in its response to the unique architectural heritage of Pantelleria, specifically the dammusi. These traditional stone structures, forged by wind and time, provide a template for the simple yet harmonious shapes found in furniture entries. Rooted in this landscape, the pieces connect with the island’s environment, translating textures and tones into a contemporary design language.
Transcending utilitarian functions, the collection prioritizes resistance to weather exposure through high-quality materials that create comfortable environments while maintaining a strong visual appeal. The Lodge lounge collection, designed by Christophe Pillet, serves as the prime example of this dialogue. Although simple in line and material, the pieces feature refined construction and a balanced use of natural surfaces and durable fabrics.
Seeds multipurpose boards by Cristina Celestino
Following a similar design language, the Venexia club armchairs, designed by Luca Nichetto and constructed with thin aluminum slats, enhance materiality and highlight the outdoor living experience. Cristina Celestino’s Seeds table and bench set stands out for its slender stalk-like legs that lightly support the various surfaces, creating a flexible setting for socializing under the Mediterranean light.
Meanwhile, the Zanellato/Bortotto studio’s Patio series offers solutions for both the living room and the dining room, with chairs and sofas, as well as tables and coffee tables, distinguished by meticulous hand-made ropes. For a more intimate atmosphere, Marcello Ziliani’s Kilt collection uses FSC-certified teak to bring a domesticated comfort to the outdoors, while Valerio Sommella’s Tama tables in enameled ceramic combine a purely simple design with a complex production process, acting as the perfect support for moments of total relaxation.
Patio Dining Set by Studio Zanellato/Bortotto
This ethos of custom details is reinforced by the Teodora armchair and the new versions of the Baia series, Baia Natural and Baia Rope, envisioned by Christophe Pillet. While Baia Natural features fiber panels, evoking the natural texture of rattan, Baia Rope introduces a mud-colored aluminum frame accented by teak wood inlays, offering a contemporary aesthetic complemented by the Costeira collection, also designed by Christophe Pillet, featuring soft cushions in a contoured fabric panel system.
All pieces aim to create an honest dialogue between contemporary design and the surrounding environment. Collections embrace space as a way of belonging to a lifestyle. In this way, Ethimo writes a new chapter where each piece represents a modern and sustainable outdoor lifestyle, taking a central role in the overall experience.
Tama coffee tables by Valeria Sommella in glazed ceramic
