Formiche

Formiche takes its name from the Italian word for ants, and the idea follows the name: small tables meant to be grouped in clusters the way ants gather, rather than used as a single fixed side table. The slender support frame picks up the same foot detailing found on one of B&B Italia’s sofa systems, letting these small tables sit convincingly beside upholstered seating. The tops come in round, oval, and a kidney bean shape, combined at different heights to build up a support system.

Each rounded support is painted steel, connected by a crosspiece that lets several supports carry more than one top at varying heights, and the tops are finished in a thin profile, only 8 mm thick, in either glass or porcelain stoneware. A tray version exists too, built in aluminium sheet, for a lighter, more informal reading of the same frame.

Because Formiche is built to be clustered, it suits a living room where several small tables replace one larger coffee table, arranged around a sofa at different heights so each becomes a landing spot for a drink or a book. Designers should choose between glass, porcelain stoneware and the aluminium tray version against the other surfaces in the room.

For full specifications, materials, and configuration options, visit the B&B Italia official website.

All products are shipped directly from the manufacturer. Lead time varies. Our team will confirm at the time of order. Full tracking information is provided once your order ships.

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