AQUASELLAS 2020 (ver 2.0)

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INTRODUCTION

“Because every surfer needs to rest…though never lose the feeling”
Originally conceived in 1988 by Sassone Franco and inspired in the re-use of broken surfboards that
washed ashore as consequence from the ill force of the waves; the transformation of the broken piece into a
functional object is the result of a personal passion for the sport and a formal education in design, which
somehow, fusions this particular bond in an emulating profound sense of nostalgia.
AQUASELLAS is the corollary of meticulous research and investigation of the surfboard for its historical,
cultural and aesthetic value; in conjunction with an in-depth design analysis on anthropometrics and ergonomic
theories.
The beauty of AQUASELLAS relies on the simplicity of its transformation thus maintaining the basic
recognizable forms proper of the function it represents; true to its shape and authentic to the sensibility of its
lines, dimensions, proportions and finishing textures.
The conversion becomes apparent when a full shaped surfboard is sliced in half and the back end is fed
into its front counterpart through a preconceived cavity. To counter-set the cantilever overhang in the front of
the seat, and prevent it from tipping over, strong lateral supports are introduced in the shape of abstract
waves as if frozen in time. The resulting solution is a rigid and unimaginable comfortable piece, hence the
established reclined angles between the two planes when summed up to the natural curves of the surfboard
guide the shape of the human body into a comfortable seating posture.
AQUASELLAS not only embraces a retrospective style of design and promotes a specific function, but
relies its singular appearance upon a central theme as well.
AQUASELLAS is offered in Solid Wood “Limited Edition” collections. It comes unassembled and it’s easily
put together. All “Limited Edition” series are manufactured utilizing the best and finest materials available;
produced under strict norms of quality control and supervised throughout its fabrication process. It is then, that
in the final stages, each piece is coded and autographed as testimony to the authenticity, prestige and
originality of these exclusive one of a kind chair designs.
Conscious of the international agreements against illegal deforestation, no endangered species are
specified nor employed in the manufacturing of these chairs.
This creation has not only set a peculiar and distinctive mark amongst the most influential trade leaders
in the surf industry whom awarded it as being one of the 10 best products of 2006 during SURF EXPO; but
have also been praised by living legends and past heroes in surfing’s history and surfboard evolution who were
greatly impressed when first exposed to the chairs. In fact, ISA’s President Fernando Aguerre owns an
autographed chair signed by former world champion Sofia Mulanovich.
Whatever their use, placing and/or application, AQUASELLAS are becoming much sought after collectible pieces.
“AQUASELLAS…Let your memories sit” © SASSONE E. FRANCO 2020. All rights reserved

original concept &
basic features

AQUASELLAS Basic Concept of Transformation
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ORIGINAL CONCEPT- Basic Transformation

ORIGINAL CONCEPT- Basic Transformation

BASIC FEATURES

promotion
exhibition & sales

SURF LEGENDS & PERSONALITIES
ROBERT AUGUST
KEONI DOWNING
ERIC ARAKAWA
RANDY FRENCH
RENO ABELLIRAJEFF ALTER (Hobie)
SOFIA MULANOVICH
(Signing Chair)
ROBERT AUGUST
(Signing Chair)
GARY LINDEN
FERNANDO
AGUERRE
GREG NOLL
HERBIE FLETCHER
BUTTONS
SURF EXPO 2006 (ORL-FL)

AQUASELLAS WITH NEW OWNERS
San Diego, CA
Palm Beach, FL
Santa Cruz, CA
Key Biscayne, FL
San Diego, CA
Malibu, CA

AQUASELLAS
(Ver. 2.0)

new designs Ver. 2.0

SOLID WOOD 1
WALNUT/ CEDAR/ PINE

SOLID WOOD 2
CEDAR/ PINE

SOLID WOOD (PAINTED-INDIGO)
CEDAR/ PINE

CEDAR/ PINE
SOLID WOOD (PAINTED- WHITE)

SOLID WOOD (PAINTED- GREY)
CEDAR/ PINE

fabrication process

shipping method
& assembly instructions

DIAGRAM OF UNASSEMBLED AQUASELLAS
& ARRANGEMENT OF PIECES INSIDE
SHIPPING BOX
SHIPPING BOXES

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

www.aquasellas.com
info@aquasellas.com
sales@aquasellas.com
For purchasing information, price lists, licensing and/or investment opportunities please contact:
Sassone E. Franco
e-mail: sassonefranco@gmail.com

AQUASELLAS 2020 (ver 2.0)

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