Academy Armchair, Crossed Rod Base
Academy AC by Connubia is a dining armchair with a molded, enclosing shell above a crossed-rod metal base.
The back curves forward into low arm supports, while the intersecting frame adds a graphic pattern underneath. Polypropylene and upholstered shell options retain the rounded upper silhouette alongside the open geometric support. Model code: CB2144.
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- Brand
- Connubia
- Collection
- Academy
- Designer
- Michele Menescardi
- Descriptor
- Polypropylene armchair with crossed metal rod base
- Country
- Italy
- Arm height
- 24½ in (62 cm)
- Dimensions
- Width 20⅞ in · Depth 19⅛ in · Height 32¾ in (53 × 48.5 × 83 cm)
- Materials
- 01Crossed metal rod frame
Intersecting supports brace the four legs beneath the enclosing seat shell.
- 02100% recycled polypropylene
The exposed shell forms a continuous seat, back, and low armrests.
- 0319⅛ in overall depth
The armchair measures 20⅞ in wide and 32¾ in tall, with arms at 24½ in.
Academy CB2144 by Connubia is an armchair with an enclosing shell above a crossed metal rod base.
Michele Menescardi uses 100% recycled polypropylene for the exposed seat, with upholstered alternatives also offered. The chair measures 20⅞ inches wide, 19⅛ inches deep, and 32¾ inches high, with its arms at 24½ inches. This version is intended for indoor home and contract seating.
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Michele Menescardi
Michele Menescardi graduated in industrial design from the Politecnico di Milano in 2004. He founded MrSmith Studio before establishing an independent practice in 2014. His work for Calligaris includes seating, lamps and rugs, connecting experience in product design with collaborations across the furniture sector.
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