
Kami S521 Stool
LaPalma Kami S521 Stool is Mario Ferrarini’s origami-inspired design, formed entirely from molded plywood.
Its folded seat flows into two broad supports, while a central opening provides a handhold. At 45 cm high, the nesting stool comes in bleached oak, dark walnut stain or black open-pore finishes, offering a compact extra seat for homes and shared interiors.
Every detail, considered.
- Brand
- LaPalma
- Collection
- Kami
- Designer
- Mario Ferrarini
- Design year
- 2023
- Descriptor
- Nesting molded plywood stool with handhold
- Country
- Italy
- Dimensions
- Width 16½ in · Depth 15¾ in · Height 17¾ in (42 × 40 × 45 cm)
- Materials
- 01Continuous folded plywood form
A molded sheet creates the seat and two broad supports.
- 02Integrated central handhold
An opening through the form provides a grip for moving the stool.
- 03Nesting storage arrangement
Multiple stools fit together between uses.
The Kami S521 Stool folds a molded plywood sheet into a seat and two broad supports.
Mario Ferrarini designed it for LaPalma with a central opening that serves as a handhold. The nesting form measures 16.5 inches wide, 15.75 inches deep and 17.75 inches high. Several surface finishes are offered for this indoor seating design.
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Italian stools, chairs, tables and modular seating with light profiles and practical flexibility for home and shared spaces.
Mario Ferrarini
Mario Ferrarini studied industrial design at the Politecnico di Milano and worked as a consultant for design studios before establishing his own practice in 2007. His studio develops industrial products and furniture with international manufacturers, including LaPalma, Desalto, Living Divani and Poltrona Frau.
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Make sure it fits. Then make it yours.
Before you commit to the Kami S521 Stool, our studio checks it against your space and walks you through every finish it comes in.
- Footprint checked against your floor planPlus doorways, stairs and clearances
- Leather, fabric and colour chosen with youand more, in the showroom
- We manage the order for youFrom the factory to your door
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