Founded by Giulio Castelli in 1949 and continuing on over 70 years of business, Kartell is an Italian company that specializes in the production of plastic contemporary furniture. The company was later acquired by Castelli’s son-in-law Claudio Luti, who steered the brand in a new, fresh direction through the extensive research of new technologies, testing of various materials, and partnerships with recognized architects. Through this exploration, Kartell became the first company to use polycarbonate as a furniture-producing material resulting in a future of transparent, minimalist designs (the Louis Ghost chair as a best selling example).

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15.75” | 40 cm
51.2” | 130 cm
31.5” | 80 cm
10.65 ft2 | .99 m2
50.7 lb | 23 kg
2017
Blast Table - Rectangular
40.000
130.000
80.000
0.99
23.000
2017.00
5
https://p3d.in/e/A69H5
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3D
Blast Table - RectangularView of the Blast Table (Rectangular) in 3D available for downloadView of the Blast Table (Rectangular) in 3D available for download
15.75” | 40 cm
31.5” | 80 cm
31.5” | 80 cm
6.34 ft2 | .59 m2
33.1 lb | 15 kg
2017
Blast Table - Square
40.000
80.000
80.000
0.59
15.000
2017.00
5
https://p3d.in/e/u2C5k
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3D
Blast Table - Square3D model of the Blast Table (Square) viewed in perspective3D model of the Blast Table (Square) viewed in perspective
23” | 58.4 cm
12.75” | 32.4 cm
12.75” | 32.4 cm
1969
Componibili Storage Unit
58.400
32.400
32.400
1969.00
20
https://p3d.in/e/mtM0Z
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3D
Componibili Storage UnitView of the Componibili Storage Unit in 3D available for downloadView of the Componibili Storage Unit in 3D available for download
33” | 84 cm
20.5” | 52 cm
20.25” | 51 cm
2016
Generic C Chair
84.000
52.000
51.000
2016.00
20
https://p3d.in/e/aEnMA
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3D
Generic C ChairView of the Generic C Chair in 3D available for downloadView of the Generic C Chair in 3D available for download
12.4” | 31.5 cm
39.37” | 100 cm
39.37” | 100 cm
10.76 ft2 | 1 m2
35.7 lb | 16 kg
2012
Invisible Table - Low
31.500
100.000
100.000
1.00
16.000
2012.00
0
https://p3d.in/e/qtnTM
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3D
Invisible Table - LowPerspective view of a 3D model of the Invisible Table (Low)Perspective view of a 3D model of the Invisible Table (Low)
12.4”, 15.75” | 31.5, 40 cm
47.25” | 120 cm
15.75” | 40 cm
5.17 ft2 | .48 m2
18, 19.4 lb | 8.2, 8.8 kg
2012
Invisible Table - Side
40.000
120.000
40.000
0.48
8.800
2012.00
5
https://p3d.in/e/YmLK5
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3D
Invisible Table - Side3D model of the Invisible Table (Side) viewed in perspective3D model of the Invisible Table (Side) viewed in perspective
32.7” | 83 cm
56” | 142.2 cm
16” | 40.6 cm
2002
Kartell Trays Bookcase
83.000
142.200
40.600
2002.00
0
https://p3d.in/e/8BKX7
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3D
Kartell Trays BookcaseView of the Kartell Trays Bookcase in 3D available for downloadView of the Kartell Trays Bookcase in 3D available for download
37” | 94 cm
21.25” | 54 cm
21.75” | 55.2 cm
2002
Louis Ghost Chair
94.000
54.000
55.200
2002.00
600
GUIDE
3D
Louis Ghost ChairView of the Louis Ghost Chair in 3D available for downloadView of the Louis Ghost Chair in 3D available for download
16.93” | 43 cm
75.6” | 192 cm
46.5” | 118 cm
19.17 ft2 | 1.78 m2
145.5 lb | 66 kg
2016
Multiplo Low Table - Oval
43.000
192.000
118.000
1.78
66.000
2016.00
0
https://p3d.in/e/eNGDR
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3D
Multiplo Low Table - OvalView of the Multiplo Low Table (Oval) in 3D available for downloadView of the Multiplo Low Table (Oval) in 3D available for download
16.93” | 43 cm
46.5” | 118 cm (Diameter)
46.5” | 118 cm (Diameter)
11.77 ft2 | 1.09 m2
105.8 lb | 48 kg
2016
Multiplo Low Table - Round
43.000
118.000
118.000
1.09
48.000
2016.00
0
https://p3d.in/e/5Uqkg
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3D
Multiplo Low Table - RoundPerspective view of a 3D model of the Multiplo Low Table (Round)Perspective view of a 3D model of the Multiplo Low Table (Round)
10” | 25.3 cm
31.5”, 55.1” | 80, 140 cm
15.75” | 40 cm
6.03 ft2 | .56 m2
12.1, 24.3 lb | 5.5, 11 kg
2002
Trays Table - Rectangular
25.300
140.000
40.000
0.56
11.000
2002.00
5
https://p3d.in/e/cs4RA
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3D
Trays Table - Rectangular3D model of the Trays Table (Rectangular) viewed in perspective3D model of the Trays Table (Rectangular) viewed in perspective
10” | 25.3 cm
31.5” | 80 cm
31.5” | 80 cm
6.89 ft2 | .64 m2
19.8 lb | 9 kg
2002
Trays Table - Square
25.300
80.000
80.000
0.64
9.000
2002.00
5
https://p3d.in/e/li2vn
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3D
Trays Table - SquareView of the Trays Table (Square) in 3D available for downloadView of the Trays Table (Square) in 3D available for download
35.5” | 90.2 cm
15” | 38.1 cm
19.25" | 48.9 cm
2006
Victoria Ghost Chair
90.200
38.100
48.900
2006.00
150
GUIDE
3D
Victoria Ghost ChairView of the Victoria Ghost Chair in 3D available for downloadView of the Victoria Ghost Chair in 3D available for download
Louis Ghost Chair

The Louis Ghost Chair is a stackable translucent plastic chair designed by Philippe Starck with wide legs and arched back. The chair is lightweight, inexpensive, with the transparent nature giving off an intangible feel, and the throne-like armrest offers the occupant a grandiose appearance. The Louis Ghost Chair takes the shape of a king chair, though it is built for the mass market.

The Louis Ghost Chair has an overall height of 37” (94 cm), seat height of 18.5” (47 cm), width of 21.25” (54 cm), and depth of 21.75” (55.2 cm).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the Louis Ghost Chair with height, width, and depth dimensions
The Louis Ghost Chair is a stackable translucent plastic chair designed by Philippe Starck with wide legs and arched back. The chair is lightweight, inexpensive, with the transparent nature giving off an intangible feel, and the throne-like armrest offers the occupant a grandiose appearance.

The Louis Ghost Chair has an overall height of 37” (94 cm), seat height of 18.5” (47 cm), width of 21.25” (54 cm), and depth of 21.75” (55.2 cm).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the Louis Ghost Chair with height, width, and depth dimensions
Louis Ghost Chair
Height:
37” | 94 cm
Width:
21.25” | 54 cm
Length:
Depth:
21.75” | 55.2 cm
Seat Height
18.5” | 47 cm
Weight:
Area:
Materials
Injection-molded transparent polycarbonate
Designer
Philippe Starck
Year
2002

Drawings include:
Louis Ghost Chair front elevation, back, side, plan

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Kartell Trays Bookcase
Size comparison diagram of the Kartell Trays Bookcase compared to a person

Designed by Piero Lissoni in 2002 for Kartell and sold by Hive, Kartell Trays 3 Shelf Bookcase is a series of 3 shelves meant to resemble Japanese trays. Formed out of solid polycarbonate and available in black or white, on wheels or not, the Kartell Trays 3 Shelf Bookcase is an elegant, yet understated, piece that provides ample functional storage.

The Kartell Trays Bookcase has an overall height of 32.7” (83 cm), width of 56” (142.2 cm), and depth of 16” (40.6 cm).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the Kartell Trays Bookcase with height, width and depth measurements
Designed by Piero Lissoni in 2002 for Kartell and sold by Hive, Kartell Trays 3 Shelf Bookcase is a series of 3 shelves meant to resemble Japanese trays. Formed out of solid polycarbonate and available in black or white, the Kartell Trays 3 Shelf Bookcase is an elegant piece.

The Kartell Trays Bookcase has an overall height of 32.7” (83 cm), width of 56” (142.2 cm), and depth of 16” (40.6 cm).

Collection of elevation and plan drawings of the Kartell Trays Bookcase with height, width and depth measurements
Kartell Trays Bookcase
Height:
32.7” | 83 cm
Width:
56” | 142.2 cm
Length:
Depth:
16” | 40.6 cm
Weight:
Area:
Materials
Chrome-plated steel frame; dyed solid polycarbonate tops
Designer
Piero Lissoni
Year
2002

Drawings include:
Kartell Trays Bookcase front elevation, side, plan

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Generic C Chair
Side elevation illustration of the Generic C Chair with a woman sitting casually

Born out of a belief in “democratic design”—that is, offering quality pieces at an affordable price—the Generic C Chair was designed in 2016 by Philippe Starck for Kartell. Designed specifically for gathering spaces, such as in bars, restaurants, dining rooms and the like, this highly durable, stackable chair fairs well both indoors and outdoors.

The Generic C Chair is constructed out of polypropylene, giving way to its slender form and gentle curves without compromising its structural integrity. Available in black or white, this elegant, minimalist chair design would be an excellent choice for a variety of spaces, be it a home office, dining room, outdoor patio, or café.

The Generic C Chair has an overall height of 33” (84 cm), width of 20.5" (52 cm), and depth of 20.25” (51 cm). The seat height of the Generic C Chair is set at 18” (47 cm).

Dimensioned drawings of the Generic C Chair measuring height, width and depth
Born out of a belief in “democratic design," the Generic C Chair was designed in 2016 by Philippe Starck as a quality polypropylene chair at an affordable price. Designed specifically for gathering spaces, the Generic C Chair is a durable and stackable chair used both in indoor and outdoor spaces.

The Generic C Chair has an overall height of 33” (84 cm), width of 20.5" (52 cm), and depth of 20.25” (51 cm). The seat height of the Generic C Chair is set at 18” (47 cm).

Dimensioned drawings of the Generic C Chair measuring height, width and depth
Generic C Chair
Height:
33” | 84 cm
Width:
20.5” | 52 cm
Length:
Depth:
20.25” | 51 cm
Seat Height
18” | 47 cm
Weight:
Area:


Materials
Polypropylene
Designer
Philippe Starck
Year
2016

Drawings include:
Generic C Chair side elevation, side (person), front, back, plan

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Invisible Table - Low
Size comparison diagram of the Invisible Table (Low) compared to other similar designs

The Invisible Low Table is a coffee table that blends a clear materiality with the traditional form and silhouette of a coffee table. It has a low profile with a pure and simple form allowing it to pair well with other pieces of furniture. The Invisible Table – Low was designed by Tokujin Yoshioka.

The Invisible Table (Low) has an overall height of 12.4” (31.5 cm), width of 39.37” (100 cm), and depth of 39.37” (100 cm).

Dimensioned plan and elevation drawings of the Invisible Table (Low) with height, width and depth measurements
The Invisible Low Table is a coffee table that blends a clear materiality with the traditional form and silhouette of a coffee table. It has a low profile with a pure and simple form allowing it to pair well with other pieces of furniture. The Invisible Table – Low was designed by Tokujin Yoshioka.

The Invisible Table (Low) has an overall height of 12.4” (31.5 cm), width of 39.37” (100 cm), and depth of 39.37” (100 cm).

Dimensioned plan and elevation drawings of the Invisible Table (Low) with height, width and depth measurements
Invisible Table - Low
Height:
12.4” | 31.5 cm
Width:
39.37” | 100 cm
Length:
Depth:
39.37” | 100 cm
Weight:
35.7 lb | 16 kg
Area:
10.76 ft2 | 1 m2
Materials
Transparent resin
Designer
Tokujin Yoshioka
Year
2012

Drawings include:
Invisible Table (Low) front elevation, side, plan

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Trays Table - Square
Scaled size comparison illustration of the Trays Table (Square) in relation to other variations

The Trays Square Table was designed to resemble a Japanese tray and has a design based on small tables and shelf systems. This coffee table is a system of table surfaces that make it suitable for both the home and office. The Trays Table was designed by Piero Lissoni.

The Trays Table (Square) has an overall height of 10” (25.3 cm), width of 31.5” (80 cm), and depth of 31.5” (80 cm).

Set of dimensioned drawings of the Trays Table (Square) labeled with height, width, and depth in plan and elevation
The Trays Square Table was designed to resemble a Japanese tray and has a design based on small tables and shelf systems. This coffee table is a system of table surfaces that make it suitable for both the home and office. The Trays Table was designed by Piero Lissoni.

The Trays Table (Square) has an overall height of 10” (25.3 cm), width of 31.5” (80 cm), and depth of 31.5” (80 cm).

Set of dimensioned drawings of the Trays Table (Square) labeled with height, width, and depth in plan and elevation
Trays Table - Square
Height:
10” | 25.3 cm
Width:
31.5” | 80 cm
Length:
Depth:
31.5” | 80 cm
Weight:
19.8 lb | 9 kg
Area:
6.89 ft2 | .64 m2
Materials
Colored resin tray tabletop; chrome steel structure
Designer
Piero Lissoni
Year
2002

Drawings include:
Trays Table (Square) front elevation, side, plan

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