OUTDOOR FURNITURE
New Life , Italian company awarded for sustainable innovation
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New Life , an established Italian furniture company , stands as a pioneer in sustainable innovation , earning significant achievements .
Founded in 2009 by Ondina and Alessio Battisacco alongside Andrea Costantini , New Life embodies the evolution of two artisanal companies active since 1970 .
For the past 15 years , the company has been designing and producing high-end furniture , which it distributes globally , catering to the contract , luxury residential , and cruise markets .
At the 2024 Milan Design Week , the company unveiled the “ L ’ Ala Outdoor ” Collection , designed by Marco Zito .
Made from Italian recycled aluminum , the collection embodies the company ’ s focus on circular economy . Aluminum was chosen for its combination of lightness , durability , and exceptional sustainability , as it can be recycled indefinitely without compromising its properties .
The collection features dining chairs , lounges , barstools and tables , each thoughtfully designed with attention to every stage of production . From manufacturing to packaging and the recycling of materials at the end of the product ’ s life cycle , every step plays a crucial role .
The idea draws inspiration from the natural world . Much like the Art Nouveau designers who stylised floral and organic forms to reintroduce nature into the time ’ s modern life , L ’ Ala Outdoor was envisioned as an organic evolution of a flower petal . L ’ Ala represents nature , a place to dive in to find knowledge , inspiration and creativity .
L ’ Ala is also the goddess of fertility in Igbo mythology , Mother Earth welcoming you in her warm embrace .
Thanks to its sustainable qualities , the “ L ’ Ala Outdoor PL01 ” lounge chair received the esteemed Sustainable Design Award at the 2024 Archiproducts Awards .
This lounge chair combines elegance and sustainability , crafted from recycled aluminum , stained with sustainable materials , and packaged in 75 % recycled content .
With a 97 % material recovery rate , the L ’ Ala Outdoor collection stands as an excellent example of circular economy principles , reinforcing New Life ’ s environmental commitment .
In 2022 , the company published its first Sustainability Report , outlining New Life ’ s vision for a responsible , sustainable future .
A leader in wood craftsmanship , with this collection New Life offers innovative solutions to designers and contractors , while blending artisanal skills with ecoconscious innovation .
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