Tuile
Patrick Norguet, 2017
Designed by Patrick Norguet, the Tuile collection gets its name from a traditional French biscuit, as it is narrow with an arched shape like the backrest of these upholstered items. The Tuile collection includes an armchair, a 2-seater sofa and a 3-seater sofa with a light painted metal frame and a curved comfortable seat with polyurethane foam padding. The upholstery is made of fabric or leather, including the option of combining two different finishes for the front and back, and can be freely matched with the colours of the frame. With its tailored workmanship and a multitude of colours available, Tuile is ideal in the living room and in all rooms in the home dedicated to relaxation. The exterior covering is made of Sunbrella® fabric: stain-resistant, breathable, UV-resistant and water-repellent.
Patrick Norguet
The modesty of Patrick Norguet hides a spirit driven by perfection, detail, and craftsmanship. For over 12 years, the designer has left his mark on the international scene with precision and discretion. After an encounter with the industrial world and studies in Paris (ESDI), he built a career based on a close relationship with production, forms, and functionality. Far from self-indulgence or media hype, he defines himself as an industrial designer—radical in purity, poetic in sensibility, meticulous in detail. Norguet values factories, materials, artisans, and innovation, approaching each project empirically to serve companies rather than trends. His aesthetic, Nordic in spirit yet French in temperament, blends restraint, color, and comfort. It’s no surprise he collaborates with brands like Offecct and Artifort, while Italy remains central to his success, thanks to Giulio Cappellini and the iconic Rainbow Chair (MoMA collection), as well as Kristalia, Glas Italia, Cassina, and others. Shaped by early experiences with Vuitton, Dior, and Guerlain, he learned to interpret brands while pushing innovation. At 43, Norguet is a discreet yet essential figure in French design, finding as much satisfaction in creating high-end furniture as in reimagining McDonald’s spaces. His pursuit of form, color, and understatement defines his enduring strength and relevance.
