Academy Armchair, Swivel
Academy AC by Connubia is a swivel dining armchair with an enclosing polypropylene shell and a central aluminum base.
The seat turns through 180 degrees and returns to its starting position, while four radiating supports keep the footprint open. Low arms and a rounded back give this version a continuous, softly cupped outline. Model code: CB2146 180.
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- Brand
- Connubia
- Collection
- Academy
- Designer
- Michele Menescardi
- Descriptor
- Swivel polypropylene armchair on an aluminum base
- Country
- Italy
- Arm height
- 23⅝ in (60 cm)
- Dimensions
- Width 20⅞ in · Depth 19⅜ in · Height 32⅞ in (53 × 49 × 83.5 cm)
- Materials
- 01180-degree swivel return
The enclosing seat rotates and then returns to its starting position on the four-spoke aluminum base.
- 0223⅝ in armrest height
The chair measures 20⅞ in wide, 19⅜ in deep, and 32⅞ in tall.
Academy CB2146 180 by Connubia is a swivel armchair with a self-returning seat on a four-spoke aluminum base.
Michele Menescardi uses a 100% recycled polypropylene shell that curves into low arms, with upholstered options also described. The chair measures 20⅞ inches wide, 19⅜ inches deep, and 32⅞ inches tall, with armrests at 23⅝ inches. The half-turn mechanism serves indoor dining 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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