In the contemporary world of office design, sustainability has moved from being a desirable option to an essential requirement. Architects, companies, and institutions are increasingly seeking furnishings that not only guarantee functionality and aesthetic appeal, but also meet environmental standards that align with a broader commitment to ecological responsibility.
Sitlosophy has always believed that design should be about more than just form. It should also reflect values such as sustainability, responsibility, and innovation. This philosophy finds full expression in Quinta, the executive seating collection designed by Massimo Costaglia and Giulio Mazzanti. Quinta represents a perfect balance between elegance, ergonomics, and certified environmental compliance.
Unlike conventional executive chairs, Quinta stands out not only for its high backrest, integrated headrest, and slim but comfortable padding, but also because it is fully compliant with the CAM – Minimum Environmental Criteria (Criteri Ambientali Minimi, an Italian regulatory framework). These criteria, defined by the Italian Ministry of the Environment, are mandatory in Italy for public procurement projects and are becoming a benchmark for private sector initiatives as well.
What are CAM and why do they matter?
The Minimum Environmental Criteria (CAM) are Italian regulatory guidelines that set specific environmental requirements for a wide range of goods and services, including furniture. Their aim is to reduce the ecological impact of production processes, ensure safer materials, and encourage companies to embrace a circular economy approach.
In the furniture sector, CAM compliance involves careful attention to several aspects: the choice of raw materials, the durability of products, the possibility of recycling components at the end of life, and the absence of hazardous substances.
For public projects in Italy, CAM compliance is a legal requirement. But even in the private sector, it is increasingly seen as a mark of quality and a guarantee of safety. By selecting CAM-compliant furniture, companies demonstrate their commitment to sustainability, while architects and designers can be confident in specifying products that meet both aesthetic and environmental standards.
The CAM compliance dossier for Quinta
Quinta’s compliance is not a vague statement but is documented in a dedicated CAM compliance dossier, which details the product’s adherence to the various requirements:
Eco-design: Quinta was developed through a design process that considered its entire life cycle. From the choice of raw materials to modular construction, every decision was made with the goal of minimizing waste and making disassembly, reuse, and recycling easier.
Verification of absence of contaminants: All materials are subject to strict tests to ensure the exclusion of harmful or polluting substances. This guarantees safety for both users and the environment.
CertiPur-certified foams: The padding used in Quinta meets CertiPur standards, ensuring that the foams are free from harmful chemicals such as heavy metals, chlorinated flame retardants, or phthalates.
Oeko-Tex® fabrics: The coverings are certified according to Oeko-Tex® Standard 100, an internationally recognized label that guarantees that fabrics are free from substances hazardous to human health.
Compliance with EN 1335:2022: The finished product meets the European standard for office seating, which defines safety and ergonomic requirements, ensuring comfort even during prolonged use.
Sustainable packaging: Even the packaging used for Quinta is designed to reduce environmental impact. Recyclable and minimal packaging solutions replace plastic and non-reusable materials.
Executive design with responsibility
Quinta fully meets CAM requirements and embodies Sitlosophy’s vision: combining aesthetics, comfort, and environmental responsibility. Its slender silhouette with high backrest and integrated headrest conveys authority and refinement, while the slim yet welcoming padding ensures long-lasting operational comfort. Unlike most executive chairs, Quinta’s mechanism is concealed within the seat: the hidden syncro adjustment button is the distinctive feature of this chair, enhancing the essentiality of its lines and preserving the clean aesthetics of the design. The syncro adjustment also guarantees maximum ergonomics and ease of use, making the experience intuitive and comfortable. The coverings, available in warm and natural tones, help define executive environments that communicate seriousness, representativeness, and at the same time, a sense of hospitality.
For executive offices, meeting rooms, and representational spaces, Quinta is an ideal solution. It not only reflects the identity of a company or institution but also communicates a responsible approach, aligned with the Italian CAM regulatory framework and with international expectations for sustainable design.
Why choose a CAM-compliant executive chair
Opting for Quinta means choosing:
a product that contributes to a sustainable future;
materials that ensure safety and health in workplaces;
full compliance with Italian CAM regulations, essential in public tenders;
a piece of furniture that combines durability, quality, and certified responsibility.
With Quinta, Sitlosophy proves that it is possible to merge the best of Italian design with certified environmental responsibility. The conformity with CAM – an Italian regulatory reference – elevates the collection, making it the ideal solution for executive offices and meeting rooms where elegance, reliability, and sustainability must coexist.
Quinta is therefore not just an executive chair, but a statement: design can be both beautiful and responsible, and through it, Sitlosophy contributes to a future where every furnishing choice reflects a commitment to the planet and to people.
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