Catifa Carta’s shell is made entirely of PaperShell, a groundbreaking material derived from paper. It retains carbon dioxide captured by trees, significantly reducing the chair’s environmental impact. At the end of its life, the material returns to the earth as biochar, locking in the CO2.
Catifa Carta has been selected by the ADI Design Index 2025 and is competing in the XXIX edition of the Compasso d’Oro, an Italian award established in 1954 by Gio Ponti.
The ADI (Association for Industrial Design) promotes and values the best of Italian design, and recognized Catifa Carta for its quality, innovation and sustainability.
Catifa Carta is the result of a thoughtful collaboration between Arper and PaperShell, exploring new ways to reduce environmental impact while maintaining the timeless elegance and versatility of the original Catifa design. This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to integrating innovation, material quality, and responsible design.
