On the tip of her tongue – and pencil – a sofa with a clean and disruptive layout seeks to innovate by combining materials and textures. Through an investigation of organic forms, the designer achieves an inevitable resemblance to the human body to conceive a piece of furniture that features a slit in its backrest, reminiscent of the palate, and accompanied by a small round cushion, referencing the palatine uvula, the "drop in the throat". Thus, the Palato sofa is born.
Materials
sucupira, tauari cachimbo, natural tauari, dyed or ebonized
Leather and fabrics +55
Brand: 55 Design
A 100% Brazilian design brand, we specialize in creating exclusive furniture pieces, each signed by one of 14 renowned designers under the curatorship of Clarissa Schneider.
We value care and delicacy—emotion and meaning. For us, every detail counts: from foam crafted with state-of-the-art machinery and raw materials sourced exclusively from Brazil, to partnerships that celebrate the richness of our cultural heritage.
Our creative process unfolds like a grand symphony, gaining rhythm with each stage—from sketching to sculpting, calendering to stitching, machining to cutting.
If the art of bringing furniture to life is akin to conducting an orchestra—with cutting-edge tools in the hands of a skilled team—then our store is a dance of interiors. Designed by Studio Arthur Casas, it was honored with the prestigious Building of the Year 2025 award.
Every choice contributes to a larger harmony. Volumes, proportions, geometries, and fittings—each element sparks dialogue and evokes a sense of meaningful complementarity.