Desalto – Coffee Table Helsinki 15

The Helsinki 15 project was conceived as an exceptionally versatile solution for both residential and contract environments: a system of coffee tables and consoles that transforms a formal archetype into a refined and functional range. Designed by Caronni+ Bonanomi, the project spans multiple dimensions, materials, and finishes, allowing it to integrate seamlessly into a variety of contexts — from living areas to reception spaces, from dining zones to exhibition settings — always ensuring visual lightness and aesthetic coherence.The crystal top transforms the visual lightness of the Helsinki 15 system into an experience of transparency and depth. Tempered and refined in its details, the glass enhances the essential geometry of the tubular frame, while the polished edges and variable finishes — from extra-clear to bronze and gray — allow the perception of the volume to be subtly modulated. Depending on the light and the surrounding context, the top appears suspended, captures delicate reflections, or harmoniously blends with its environment. Durable and easy to maintain, the crystal surface unites visual lightness with material quality in a delicate, balanced interplay.In Helsinki 15, the structure’s galvanic finishes give the product a highly refined and distinctive character. Carefully selected treatments impart the metal with luminosity and chromatic depth — from copper to obsidian, up to brighter tones such as gold — highlighting both the slender profile of the tubular frame and the precision of the joints. These surfaces elevate the piece, transforming it into a precious element capable of defining and enriching the atmosphere of the space it inhabits.
Color is the element that most defines the personality of Helsinki 15. A matte lacquer finish emphasizes the purity of its lines and minimalist elegance, while a glossy lacquer creates more pronounced material contrasts. The choice of hue can turn the system into a discreet, harmonious presence or a focal point that enlivens the space. For this reason, the collection offers a palette ranging from refined neutral tones to more intense shades, allowing the design intervention to be carefully tailored to the context and intended use.
Helsinki 15 is a system of coffee tables and consoles where architectural rigor meets a sense of airy lightness. The 15×15 mm tubular frame and precisely calibrated joints become lines suspended in space, while tops and finishes interact with light, creating reflections, transparency, and material accents. Each element transforms the environment into a rhythm of forms and voids, imparting both solidity and harmony, lightness and character — a measured gesture of timeless elegance.The load-bearing structure of the system is made from 15×15 mm steel tubing, chosen for its balance between visual lightness and mechanical strength. The slender section allows for an essential profile while maintaining torsional rigidity and resistance to everyday stresses. The joints are produced in die-cast aluminum and engineered to ensure stable, repeatable connections between crossbars and uprights; their geometry guarantees precise alignment of the tops and ease of assembly and disassembly.