Roda Harp 249 dining chair with cushion

Description

HARP by Rodolfo Dordoni is a celebration of craftsmanship where the powder coated stainless steel structure is welded by hand whilst the cords are woven in polyester or acrylic thread with a cotton finishing. The classic string chair finds a new dimension in HARP, a piece of designer outdoor furniture in which polyester or acrylic, available in 3mm or 7mm thickness, trails its infinite filaments around a tubular metal structure following one continuous outline.

Design Inspiration & Philosophy

Rodolfo Dordoni reimagines the traditional string chair through contemporary outdoor furniture design. The essential lines of HARP are ignited by cushions of different colours, whilst the lightness of the project is enhanced by the air vibrating through its cords. This approach creates furniture that feels alive, with the woven cords responding to light and movement. The elegance of the silhouette makes each item unique and extremely recognisable even when combined with other designer furniture, demonstrating Dordoni’s ability to create distinctive pieces that maintain their identity within diverse settings.

Construction & Craftsmanship

The powder coated stainless steel structure is hand welded, a labour intensive process that ensures structural integrity whilst allowing precise control over form. The cords are woven in double polyester or acrylic twisted thread with cotton finish, creating tactile richness that differentiates HARP from purely technical outdoor furniture. Available in 3mm or 7mm cord diameter, the collection offers choice between finer, more delicate visual texture and bolder, more substantial presence. This dual diameter option ensures the collection adapts to diverse aesthetic preferences.

Material & Finish Options

The powder coated stainless steel structure is available in smoke, milk, and rust finishes, providing colour choices that complement outdoor settings from contemporary to traditional. The cord options span grey, sand, brown, tobacco, olive, blue, orange, and sky, with recycled cord alternatives in clay, mint, rose, stone, and teal. These different finishes and colours satisfy any need and harmoniously integrate with every furniture in every context. The hydro draining cushions extend fabric choices across RODA’s collection and Missoni fabrics, creating additional colour accents for unpredictable combinations.

Collection Range

HARP is composed of chairs, lounge chairs, stools, barstools, and a sunlounger. The chairs and armchairs provide dining seating at 45cm seat height, whilst the lounge chairs and stools sit lower at 37cm for relaxed outdoor living areas. Barstools rise to 77cm for counter height settings. The sunlounger features a three position reclining backrest, perfect for reading and comfortably sunbathing in a garden or on a terrace. Each variant maintains the collection’s essential character through consistent use of hand welded structure and woven cords.

Cord Diameter Options

The availability of 3mm and 7mm cord diameters creates distinct visual and tactile experiences within the same design language. The 3mm cord produces finer, more intricate weaving that emphasises lightness and delicacy. The 7mm cord creates bolder texture with greater visual impact, suitable for spaces requiring stronger presence. Both diameters maintain the collection’s essential flowing character whilst offering aesthetic choice.

Perfect For

– Contemporary outdoor dining areas seeking furniture with distinctive woven character

– Hospitality terraces requiring outdoor furniture that balances lightness with durability

– Residential gardens valuing hand crafted details and artisanal production methods

– Poolside settings where the combination of metal structure and woven cords creates visual interest

– Contract environments seeking recognisable design with extensive colour customisation

– Outdoor spaces requiring furniture with reclining sunloungers for relaxation

HARP by Rodolfo Dordoni demonstrates RODA’s commitment to craftsmanship, with hand welded stainless steel structures and woven polyester or acrylic cords creating designer outdoor furniture where essential lines meet infinite filaments in a continuous celebration of material and making.