DESIGNER: Michele Menescardi MODEL: CS6226 Velo Sideboard DIMENSIONS: Note: Available in various types sizes. Contact us for more information. FINISHES: Available in various finishes. Contact us for more information and sample finishes. DESCRIPTION The Velo Sideboard, designed by Michele Menescardi for Calligaris (introduced as a standout piece in their latest 2026 collection), is a masterful exploration of texture, fluid geometry, and light. Instead of treating the sideboard as a static, rigid storage unit, Menescardi approaches the surface with an architectural sense of movement, making it a true focal point for contemporary living and dining spaces. Design Narrative: Surfaces in Motion The defining feature of the Velo is its beautifully sculpted door fronts. The precision-engineered woodwork replicates the soft, undulating waves of fabric in motion. As light moves across the room throughout the day, these three-dimensional curves capture varying highlights and depths, creating a sophisticated play of light and shadow. This tactile finish softens the overall volume of the piece, giving it a weightless, dynamic quality despite its generous storage capacity. Technical Specifications & Configurations The Velo is designed with modular versatility in mind, allowing it to adapt effortlessly to different spatial layouts—from standard dining buffets to low-slung media consoles. 1. Available Configurations Standard Buffet (High Base) Low Console (Low Base / Media Unit) 2. Base Options Metal Base: Minimalist, slender metal legs (frequently finished in premium tones like Matt Bronze) that lift the unit off the ground, maximizing visual floor space and enhancing its modern, airy silhouette. Wooden Base: A more continuous, structural plinth base that anchors the unit with a cohesive, material-forward presence. 3. Premium Finishes The curated color palette relies on muted, elegant lacquers and metal accents designed to integrate naturally into upscale interiors. A signature combination includes: Frame/Doors: Matt Pearl Beige lacquered finish or tonal coordinates that emphasize the sculpted door detailing. Hardware/Base: Matt Bronze metalwork. Interior Functionality True to Calligaris’ philosophy of pairing aesthetics with practical everyday use, the interior of the Velo is highly functional. Behind the push-pull or subtly integrated opening mechanisms lie spacious, well-organized compartments. These are ideal for sheltering heavy dinnerware, delicate glassware, or home entertainment components, making it as much an organizational workhorse as it is a sculptural design statement. Key Point: Velo perfectly bridges the gap between functional cabinetry and decorative art. The vertical rhythms of its undulating doors offer a welcome counterpoint to the flat, linear surfaces common in minimalist architecture. Estimated delivery time is 12 ~ 16 weeks or earliest possible. Call (67748031) or visit our main showroom for more information. Alternatively, email us at [email protected] to check on stock availability.
