STAZIONE - Sitting and Leaning Bench for the Lugano Bus Station

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Price range: $

The STAZIONE bench not only enhances public spaces with its clear design language but also elevates indoor areas such as foyers, galleries, and waiting areas.

The architecture of the bus station, designed by Mario Botta, features clean lines with its construction of frosted glass and metal.

Swiss designer Daniel Hunziker adds a new dimension to the infrastructure with STAZIONE: it integrates precisely, timelessly, and functionally into the space and enriches it with high-end seating.

The bench’s design is a subtle tribute to Mies van der Rohe’s “Barcelona Daybed” and reflects the architectural elements of its surroundings. Its distinctive feature: a cylindrical backrest made of solid native Douglas fir, whose surface has been refined through a resin removal process—for long-lasting comfort without resin leakage.

Robust, elegant, and well-thought-out for public spaces: the dual-sided design provides flexibility, making it ideal for bus and train stations. The bench can be used from both sides. The optional backrest allows for either use as a leaning bench or enhanced seating comfort.

High-quality materials and precise craftsmanship guarantee a long lifespan—even with intensive use in public spaces.