A journey into material experimentation, where glass is reimagined with innovative textures and refined forms for outdoor living.
New collections by Meda, Buratti, and Studio Adolini for Gervasoni Outdoor challenge the fragile nature of glass, transforming it into a textural, durable, and sculptural protagonist for outdoor living. This transformation is rooted in a pairing that seems to defy logic—glass and the outdoors—pitting aesthetic purity against the demands of durability. Yet, it is precisely within this tension that Gervasoni’s 2025 research finds its focus, elevating the material from a mere decorative accent to a primary, structural element. This is not just about new products; it is a sophisticated exploration of matter, form, and function.
This material investigation unfolds across three distinct interpretations, each with its own formal and textural language, signed by leading names in Italian design.
Gervasoni Eidos: Geometric Precision
Gabriele and Oscar Buratti’s Eidos collection—from the Greek for “form“—approaches the theme with rigorous geometry. The teak structure provides a warm, natural counterpoint to the technical precision of the Eidos Glass top.
Here, the glass is cast, imprinted with a three-dimensional rhomboid texture, and back-painted in a metallic gray. The result is a surface that is not passive; it captures and refracts light, creating a dynamic interplay of micro-reflections that animates the otherwise minimal form. It’s a testament to how functionality and refined detail can coexist.
Gervasoni Mediterraneo: Organic Fluidity
Francesco Meda takes a more lyrical path with the Mediterraneo collection. His interpretation channels the organic, finding its origin in the meeting of essential lines and rich material combinations.
The Mediterraneo Glass top, in a deep, intense green, is a direct homage to its namesake. The surface is not flat but finely worked to emulate the gentle ripples of water. The design creates a powerful dialogue between the solid, architectural robustness of the teak base and the fluid, undulating geometry of the glass, achieving a synthesis of natural inspiration and technical resilience.
Gervasoni Torii: Sculptural Sophistication
A more refined, almost nocturnal mood defines the Torii table by Studio Adolini. The design finds its anchor in the base, whose form references the traditional Japanese gate, supporting a sculptural top.
The focus is the Fumè Glass, created from smoked paste glass molded on a textured surface to achieve a subtle ripple. The true technical feat, however, lies in the subsequent re-melting process, where the edges are coaxed into a sinuous, downward curve. Torii becomes a statement of quiet luxury, where functionality and beauty merge into a single, cohesive focal point.
Ultimately, these collections represent a successful synthesis of material science and artisanal sensibility. Gervasoni leverages techniques like casting, custom texturing, and controlled thermoforming not just for aesthetic effect, but to engineer new structural and performative qualities into the glass. The result is a material that is both poetic and highly technical, finally earning its place as a protagonist in the demanding outdoor environment.