Gloster Furniture

Ithaca Lounge Chair

INSPIRATION & OVERVIEW Every journey carries the same quiet hope - to arrive, at last, somewhere that feels like home. In myth, Ithaca was the island Odysseus longed for through years of wandering; a place of calm waters, dancing light and the deep comfort of belonging. Untouched, tranquil, the island remains a symbol of return and renewal. The Ithaca collection draws on this spirit of escape and homecoming - a place to slow down, settle in, and rediscover the luxury of stillness. Created by AMDL Circle, the studio founded by Michele De Lucchi, Ithaca honours the natural strength and beauty of solid teak and the mastery of Gloster’s craftspeople. The focal point of Ithaca’s frame, uniquely octagonal in section, is a slender diagonal that is at once architectural and organic, balancing precise geometry with whimsy. Generous, deeply comfortable cushions - available in a wide selection of outdoor fabrics - soften the framework, with seating distinct to each piece combining statement and refinement with practicality. The collection comprises a Lounge Chair, Large and Small Sofa, and a generous Ottoman. An asymmetric octagonal Coffee Table - conceived as the island at the heart of the setting and available with a textured ceramic top - complements the seating options, pairing perfectly with a sculptural solid teak Side Table. Together, the pieces form a complete lounge landscape designed to create intimate welcoming environments that invite connection, conversation and quiet retreat. Michele De Lucchi reflects on the process; “Design is always a voyage. You depart with an idea, you navigate through doubts, discoveries and unexpected turns, guided by material, craft and intuition. With Ithaca, we embraced the metaphor - the spirit of adventure. We searched for a place of balance, of calm and quiet harmony. Reaching it felt like a most perfect conclusion - like a joyful homecoming - the moment travel finally finds its reason.”