At Gandia Blasco, an ingenious reinterpretation of the classic poolside umbrella featured slats made of phenolic panels instead of the traditional nylon and metal ribs. It makes for a very sculptural take on an item so commonplace that any innovation on the form really does feel like reinventing the wheel. Photo 5 of 71 in It’s Furniture Design’s Big Week. Here’s What We Saw During Salone del Mobile

It’s Furniture Design’s Big Week. Here’s What We Saw During Salone del Mobile

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At Gandía Blasco, new versions of the brand's ingenious reinterpretation of the classic poolside umbrella featured its signature slats made of phenolic panels instead of the traditional nylon and metal ribs. It makes for a very sculptural take on an item so commonplace that any innovation on the form really does feel like the wheel has been reinvented.