Arper Catifa Carta Wood Leg Meeting Chair | Circular Design with Solid Wood Base

The Arper Catifa Carta Wood Leg Meeting Chair reinterprets the iconic Catifa silhouette through sustainable material innovation. Designed by Lievore Altherr Molina and crafted in Italy, this version pairs the distinctive PaperShell seat with solid wood legs for a refined, natural aesthetic suited to meeting rooms, dining areas and contemporary interiors.

The seat shell is made from PaperShell, a bio-based composite formed from 29 layers of kraft paper bonded with natural resin. Derived from wood-processing by-products, the material stores carbon and reflects a genuinely circular approach to furniture design.

Combining elegant simplicity with responsible material innovation, Catifa Carta Wood Leg offers a considered solution for modern spaces.

Key Benefits

• PaperShell Bio-Based Shell: Made from 29 layers of kraft paper bonded with natural resin.

• Carbon-Storing Material: Derived from wood by-products and designed to retain captured CO₂.

• Circular Lifecycle Design: Fully disassemblable for repair, replacement or responsible recycling.

• Solid Wood Legs: Natural timber base available in oak or black oak finishes.

• Iconic Catifa Silhouette: Maintains the slender, bi-curved profile of the original design.

• Optional Seat Cushion: Glue-free removable upholstery options available for added comfort.

• Versatile Application: Suitable for meeting rooms, dining areas, cafés and residential interiors.

Materials & Construction

• Shell: PaperShell composite (kraft paper and natural resin), Coffee colour finish.

• Base: Solid wood legs (available in selected timber finishes).

• Construction: Designed for disassembly to support circular end-of-life processing.

Best For

• Meeting rooms

• Dining spaces

• Hospitality and café interiors

• Sustainability-led office projects

• Design-focused residential settings

Wellworking Says…

“Catifa Carta offers a rare mix: iconic, elegant design; lightweight practicality; and genuine environmental credentials. It’s ideal for anyone who values aesthetic minimalism and also cares about sustainability.”

Delivery & Warranty

Delivered by Wellworking fully assembled and ready to use.

2-Year Arper Manufacturer Warranty

The Arper Catifa Carta Wood Leg Meeting Chair includes a 2-year manufacturer warranty.

Arper Catifa Carta Wood Leg Meeting Chair FAQs

What is Catifa Carta made from?

The shell is made from PaperShell, a composite of 29 layers of kraft paper bonded with natural resin. The base on this version features solid wood legs, available in selected finishes such as oak or black oak.

Is the Catifa Carta chair sustainable?

Yes. The PaperShell shell is derived from wood-processing by-products rather than virgin plastic. At end-of-life, it can be converted into biochar via pyrolysis, helping to lock in stored carbon rather than releasing it.

Is the chair circular in design?

Yes. Catifa Carta is fully disassemblable, allowing components to be repaired, replaced or recycled independently, supporting a circular lifecycle approach.

Where can the wood-leg version be used?

The wood-leg version integrates well into meeting rooms, dining areas, cafés and residential interiors. Other base versions are available for more dynamic workspace environments.

Is cushioning available?

Optional seat cushions are available. Upholstery covers are removable and glue-free, allowing easier maintenance and replacement.

Is the chair easy to maintain?

Yes. Clean with a soft cloth and mild, non-abrasive detergent. Avoid harsh solvents to protect the surface.

Is the PaperShell material fire-resistant?

The PaperShell shell offers natural fire-resistant properties without the need for additional chemical treatments.

Is the chair suitable for long-term use?

Yes. Its durable materials and disassembly-friendly construction allow for repair and part replacement, extending usable life.