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UNFOLD: PORTABELLA Lounge Chair by Abie Abdillah

September 1, 2025
UNFOLD: PORTABELLA Lounge Chair by Abie Abdillah
PORTABELLA Lounge Chair echoes the same inspiration, with soft curves and earthy tones that embody comfort and natural elegance. Together, they celebrate the harmony of design and nature, showing how organic shapes can inspire both creativity and comfort.

Meet the Designer: Abie Abdillah

Product designer from Bandung and a graduate of Institut Teknologi Bandung, known for pioneering the use of rattan in contemporary design. Through his studio, Studiohiji, established in 2014, he promotes rattan as a material that bridges tradition with a modern, sustainable vision.
 
Abie Abdillah
 
His works have received international recognition, including the Good Design Award (Japan), IFDA, and INDE Awards, as well as winning Shell LiveWIRE Indonesia. With his innovative and eco-conscious approach, Abie has successfully brought Indonesian
rattan design to the global stage.
 

PORTABELLA Lounge Chair

One of the standout collaborations between VIVERE Collection and designer Abie Abdillah is the PORTABELLA Lounge Chair. Inspired by the elegance of nature, the chair takes its name from the portabello mushroom. Its design reflects the mushroom’s unique character, an exposed rattan frame reminiscent of the mushroom’s grill, paired with finely shaped cushions that unfold like petals in bloom.

 

PORTABELLA Lounge Chair

 

Step In Closer to PORTABELLA Lounge Chair

Crafted from durable Manau rattan with a subtle grey wash finish, the Portabella Lounge Chair blends natural artistry with modern craftsmanship. The sleek metal legs, finished in black epoxy paint, provide a contemporary edge, while the high-density cushions ensure comfort and support. The result is a piece that celebrates the harmony of design and nature, offering both visual beauty and inviting comfort.

PORTABELLA ChairPORTABELLA Lounge Chair in Living Room

 

Good Design Indonesia (2017)

PORTABELLA Lounge Chair, a collaboration between VIVERE Collection and Abie Abdillah, was honored at Good Design Indonesia (GDI) 2017.

PORTABELLA Chair

Within the award’s structure, GDI acknowledges outstanding works through three levels of recognition:

  • GDI of the Year, the highest honor for the most exceptional design across all fields.

  • GDI Best, awarded to works that excel in quality and show strong market potential.

  • GDI, given to designs that meet high standards of creativity, innovation, and usability.

PORTABELLA earned its place among these distinguished works, reflecting its innovative blend of natural inspiration, thoughtful craftsmanship, and contemporary appeal. Its recognition underlines how design rooted in Indonesian creativity can meet international standards of excellence.

 

More Collection by Abie Abdillah

In 2017, Abie Abdillah collaborated with VIVERE Collection to design the hiCraft Rattan Outdoor collection, showcasing his expertise in blending contemporary design with Indonesia’s rich rattan craftsmanship.

 

VOLARE Lounge ChairVOLARE Lounge Chair, VOLARE Ottoman

 

VOLARE VOLARE (Good Design 2017)

Another Abie Abdillah’s standout pieces from the hiCraft Rattan Outdoor Collection is VOLARE, which received recognition at Good Design Indonesia 2017. Inspired by the Italian word meaning “to fly”, VOLARE is an elegant wing chair made from natural materials, combining style, comfort, and durability while showcasing the beauty of rattan. Take a look closer here...

 

 

Writer: Sumayyah