Rolo
Made with a tubular steel structure and polyurethane foam cylinders covered with fabric specifically chosen for making ties, this piece of furniture presents an innovative concept with its relaxed ergonomics and pop appearance that became an icon of 1970s furniture. This design is part of the collection of the Museum of Modern Art of Buenos Aires and the IDA Foundation.
- Authorship — Stilka-Buró
- Designers — Arnoldo Gaite, Reinaldo Leiro
- Manufacturing — Stilka-Buró
- Object Type — Sofa
- Material and Technique — Polyurethane cylinders covered in fabric, tubular steel structure
- Measurements — 81 x 93 x 62 cm
- Origin — Argentina
- Dating — 1972
- Condition — Original
Stilka-Buró
SYNTHESIS AND AVANT-GARDE
Since its foundation as a benchmark company for modern design, Stilka-Buró (Buenos Aires, 1960-1964), stood out for its focus on aesthetic and functional innovation. Originally focused on home and office furniture, from 1964 the firm split into Stilka (for home) and Buró (for office).
The technical team of Stilka was formed by Celina Castro, later with the collaboration of Ricardo Blanco. In the case of Buró, it was directed by Reinaldo Leiro and included the participation of Arnoldo Gaite and Osvaldo Fauci, among others.
Buró developed systems of pieces with an international language, such as the Rolo line of armchairs with a chrome steel structure and cylindrical foam cushions.
The legacy of Stika-Buró (and independently Stilka and Buró) is characterized by a formal synthesis that integrates knowledge of technology, ergonomics, and trends. It was recognized with multiple distinctions from the Industrial Design Research Center (CIDI) and its works are part of the Permanent Design Collection of the Museo de Arte Moderno de Buenos Aires and also integrate the collection of the IDA Foundation.
