The history of furniture design cannot overlook the legacy of an institution as significant as the Consorzio La Permanente Mobili, founded in 1893 through the initiative of a group of highly skilled artisans from Cantù.

Their goal was to join forces to showcase their work to the public—primarily in Milan at the time—within a single, grand exhibition space. This allowed for a comprehensive presentation of Cantù’s furniture production, facilitating sales while also serving a broader purpose.

Beyond commerce, the consortium has always been a vital hub for its members, fostering collaboration, dialogue, and the exchange of expertise. Over the years, this continuous sharing of knowledge and craftsmanship has played a key role in establishing Cantù furniture as a symbol of excellence worldwide.
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Quinta Selettiva, 1963. The jury members Paul Reilly, Finn Juhl, Franco Albini, Pier Giacomo Castiglioni - Photo by Gianni Paini
For over a century, La Permanente Mobili di Cantù has given voice to visionary designers, transforming their groundbreaking ideas into timeless icons of design. Today, with the re-edition of our collection, “Selettiva for All”, we open a new dialogue between the past and the present — celebrating the artistry and creativity that have always shaped our legacy.

As Marcel Proust once said, “The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.” Inspired by this idea, the collection invites you on a journey — not to uncharted lands, but to a rediscovery of what already exists, seen through a fresh lens. Each piece is a tribute to the designers who shaped our heritage, now reinterpreted with modern sensibility. The result is a delicate balance of past and present, where every product reveals surprising forms and details that resonate today.

Selettiva for All is not about mere reproduction, but about evolution. It is a collection where memory and innovation meet, where design’s rich legacy lives on, constantly transforming and adapting. Every detail tells a story — of craftsmanship, experience, and an enduring passion for Italian artisanal excellence.
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For over a century, La Permanente Mobili di Cantù has been the meeting point between visionary design and the excellence of Italian craftsmanship. Today, strengthened by its history and the network of expertise that the consortium represents, it looks toward the future with the goal of reinforcing its presence in the furniture market, both in Italy and internationally.

Our mission is clear: to bring the value of Cantù furniture to the world, preserving the tradition of artisanal quality while embracing new forms of design and collaboration.

La Permanente Mobili di Cantù is not just a name in the history of furniture—it is a laboratory of ideas, an ecosystem of excellence that looks ahead. With a vision set on the future, we will continue to transform designers’ creativity into timeless creations, carrying the quality and savoir-faire of Cantù across the world.
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Throughout the 20th century, La Permanente Mobili di Cantù gave voice to visionary designers, turning ideas into design icons. With “Selettiva for All,” the dialogue between past and present is renewed, celebrating craftsmanship and innovation. Each piece tells a story, where memory and the future meet in the excellence of Italian design.
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PK65 Chair - Peter Karpf
PK65
Chair
Peter Karpf
Selettiva 6th edition
1965
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NK57 Chair - Niko Kralj
NK57
Chair
Niko Kralj
Selettiva 2nd edition
1957
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PB61 Sideboard - Pieter De Bruyne
PB61
Sideboard
Pieter De Bruyne
Selettiva 4th edition
1961
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IT57 Bookcase - Ilmari Tapiovaara
IT57
Bookcase
Ilmari Tapiovaara
Selettiva 2nd edition
1957
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IT57 Coffee table - Ilmari Tapiovaara
IT57
Coffee table
Ilmari Tapiovaara
Selettiva 2nd edition
1957
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IT57 Sofa - Ilmari Tapiovaara
IT57
Sofa
Ilmari Tapiovaara
Selettiva 2nd edition
1957
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IT57 Armchair - Ilmari Tapiovaara
IT57
Armchair
Ilmari Tapiovaara
Selettiva 2nd edition
1957
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TN55 Coffee table - Taichiro Nakai
TN55
Coffee table
Taichiro Nakai
Selettiva 1st edition
1955
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TN55 Cabinet - Taichiro Nakai
TN55
Cabinet
Taichiro Nakai
Selettiva 1st edition
1955
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TN55 Sofa - Taichiro Nakai
TN55
Sofa
Taichiro Nakai
Selettiva 1st edition
1955
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CH55 Armchair - Carlo Hauner
CH55
Armchair
Carlo Hauner
Selettiva 1st edition
1955
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