Alexander Seating System

The Alexander Seating System's reference to Rationalism — the Italian architectural and design movement of the 1920s and 30s that sought to apply the disciplined geometry of Modernism to the Italian design tradition — is evident in its formal language: the strict geometric grid of the modular system, the disciplined repetition of structural elements, and the visible double-stitching that traces the geometric logic of the construction across the upholstered surface are all consistent with a Rationalist aesthetic that values clarity, precision, and the honest expression of structural logic.

The 'skyline' effect — achieved by specifying modules of different backrest heights within a single configuration — is a design strategy that gives Alexander configurations a visual complexity that belies the simplicity of its geometric language. High-back modules create a sense of enclosure and privacy, while low-back modules open the configuration to its surroundings, creating a seating landscape that accommodates different uses and social configurations within the same furniture composition. This flexibility makes the Alexander particularly appropriate for large hotel lobby environments where a single configuration must serve both formal and informal social occasions throughout the day.

W: 3600mm (141.7 in) | D: 1050mm (41.3 in) | H: 830mm (32.7 in) | SH: 420mm (16.5 in)

Modular system — multiple backrest height options for 'skyline' configurations.

Frame: Aluminum perimeter frame with Bronze finish
Padding: High-resilience polyurethane with memory foam topper
Tailoring: Visible double-stitching throughout
Upholstery: Full Minotti fabric and leather selection

Manufacturer Reference
https://www.minotti.com/en/alexander

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