The Eclipse Series Makes Indoor/Outdoor Lounging Look Stellar

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At first glance, the new Eclipse Collection from Petite Friture appears deceptively simple. Designed by Marie Garnier and Asa Pingree of Brooklyn-based Garnier Pingree, the indoor/outdoor seating line is minimal in its sleek silhouettes – but as we all know, simplicity is rarely simple. Balancing pure lines with structural precision, Eclipse distills seating into circles, cylinders, and arcs. Sometimes, the boldest statements are made with the simplest forms.

For Pingree, the Eclipse Collection draws from a deeply personal place: his upbringing as a son of a boatbuilder on the island off the coast of Maine. That foundation in craft and structure informs his exploration of shape and balance today, where each piece manages to be both sturdy and remarkably light in form. “I can explore simple shapes for beauty or fun without the structural engineering tendencies in me having a say,” Pingree explains, a sentiment that reflects the collection’s visual design expression.

Four modern lounge chairs with wavy designs and patterned fabric upholstery are arranged on a plain white background

Two modern lounge chairs sit beside an infinity pool with a drink placed nearby; trees and hills are visible in the background under a clear sky

A modern black lounge chair with a striped cushion and a mug placed on top sits beside a pool, with green trees in the background

Eclipse comprises a daybed, a lounge chair, a bench, and an ottoman. Originally conceived in fiberglass, Petite Friture has reimagined the collection in aluminum, a material chosen for its durability and suitable for extended outdoor use. Each structure is produced in Portugal and powder coated in France. High-density foam cushions, upholstered in Kvadrat or Dedar fabrics, add comfort without compromising the clean lines, bringing softness to the sculptural forms. For added flexibility, structures can even be personalized in any RAL color, offering endless possibilities to adapt Eclipse to different spaces.

A modern outdoor bench with a black metal frame and striped cushion is positioned beside a clear swimming pool

A modern red lounge chair with striped cushions and a matching footrest sits on a concrete patio, accompanied by a white vase, a book, and a glass; gray curtains hang in the background

A close-up of a rolled orange and white striped fabric on an orange sheet, next to a dark green cylindrical object on a light surface

The daybed recalls the cocoon-like comfort of a hammock, inviting long stretches of relaxation. The lounge chair carries the same sweeping silhouette in a more upright posture, while the bench takes on a rectilinear form softened by subtle curves that tie it back to the family. Completing the set, the ottoman’s swooping profile works equally well as a seat or a low side table.

A modern lounge chair with a white cushioned surface on a dark rug, beside stacked books, a cup, and a saucer, under a hanging lamp, against dark curtains

A bed with striped pillows and a fur-patterned blanket sits by a black bench with a black bag; black shoes are on the floor near sheer curtains and dark velvet drapes

Minimalist living room with a modern lounge chair, a low table set on a patterned rug, and sheer curtains letting in natural light

Simple forms can leave the most lasting impression, as proven by the Eclipse Collection. By balancing rigor with ease, Garnier Pingree transforms simple geometries into furniture that feels sculptural, sturdy, and surprisingly versatile. It’s not a question of simplicity versus complexity, but how the two can coexist in perfect balance.

A modern white lounge chair sits on a concrete floor in front of white curtains, with two champagne glasses and a green drink placed in front of it

A modern lounge chair sits on a dark rug in front of sheer curtains, with a sculptural ceiling light above and a tea set placed on the floor nearby

A modern lounge chair sits on a patterned rug next to a tall floor lamp in front of large, sheer-curtained windows

Modern minimalist lounge chair and matching ottoman on a zebra-patterned rug in front of sheer floor-to-ceiling curtains, with a drink and a mirror nearby

Modern poolside patio with lounge chairs and two large vases, reflected symmetrically in a glass wall, set against a natural landscape with distant hills and trees

To learn more about the Eclipse Collection by Garnier Pingree for Petite Friture, visit petitefriture.com.

Photography by Pauline Chardin.

As the Senior Contributing Editor, Vy Yang is obsessed with discovering ways to live well + with intention through design. She’s probably sharing what she finds over on Instagram stories. You can also find her at vytranyang.com.





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