Arper has collaborated with PaperShell to create the Catifa Carta, a reinterpretation of its original Catifa 53.

Designed in collaboration with Swedish startup PaperShell, Arper's Catifa Carta is a reinterpretation of Arper's original iconic design, the Catifa 53, and represents a new era of sustainable design practices.

The seat is crafted from PaperShell's revolutionary, name-sake material, which transforms discarded offcuts of deceased trees into durable craft paper.

This harnesses the carbon dioxide the tree retains throughout its life and contributes to a more environmentally conscious production cycle, resulting in zero environmental impact.

The innovative material not only maintains carbon neutrality but also has the potential to transition to carbon-negative and climate-positive status at the end of its lifecycle.

This project has been longlisted in the seating design category of Dezeen Awards 2024.

Studio: Arper and PaperShell
Project: Catifa Carta