AI Gets a Seat at the Table With Kartell's A.I. Lite Chair

"In an industry where AI is often viewed with skepticism - seen as a threat to originality and the unique perspective designers bring to the table - Kartell and Philippe Starck are flipping the narrative. Rather than fear what artificial intelligence might replace, they're exploring what it can enhance. Their latest design, the A.I. Lite chair, is a product of that curiosity: a sleek, armless seat that embraces AI not as a rival, but as a creative partner."

"The A.I. Lite chair is the newest member of the A.I. family, an initiative launched in 2019 when Starck and Kartell first introduced a chair co-designed by AI. Developed using generative design principles, the collection relies on parameters set by Starck - focusing on aesthetics and functionality - while optimizing for Kartell's production capabilities. Since then, the series has expanded to include lounge chairs, stools, and consoles, all made from recycled thermoplastic polymers and built with sustainability in mind."

""Every year, Kartell investigates new technologies and materials, setting increasingly ambitious goals not only in industrial terms but also regarding sustainability compliance," says Lorenza Luti, Kartell's Marketing and Retail Director. "We aimed to be the first to leverage this new technology in the furniture industry, which enables us to merge generative design, industrial technology, and environmental respect. This approach allows us to create next-generation, eco-friendly products without compromising on aesthetic quality or performance.""

Philippe Starck and Kartell collaborated with artificial intelligence to design the armless A.I. Lite chair, positioning AI as a creative partner rather than a replacement. The A.I. series began in 2019 and uses generative design principles with parameters set by Starck to balance aesthetics, functionality, and Kartell's production capabilities. The collection now includes lounge chairs, stools, and consoles made from recycled thermoplastic polymers. Kartell pursues new technologies and materials to meet industrial goals and sustainability compliance. The A.I. Lite features a clean, fluid silhouette with softly curved edges, multiple color options, and emphasis on comfort and structural integrity.

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