Fred desk by Poltrona Frau in solid moka-stained ash with seamless Saddle Extra leather top, expression of Italian elegance and outstanding design

Fred | Desk

Roberto Lazzeroni

The structure of the Fred desk is made from solid ash with a wenge or moka stain and triangular cross-section, which highlights its lightness. Same material and finishes also for the drawer that completes the desk, mounted on metal runners with soft closing mechanism. The surface is covered using a single piece of 4 mm-thick Cuoio Saddle Extra leather without any divisions or stitching. The raw edge seam is finished with protective wax and dye. Metal accessories with gunmetal grey galvanic treatment and protective varnish.

Fred | Desk

Roberto Lazzeroni
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Concept and Design

The Fred desk is a meeting of light, almost ethereal geometries. Roberto Lazzeroni creates a piece of furniture in which the visual pleasure of a continuous saddle-leather surface is underlined by delicate hand-produced incisions and cold markings that create refined graphic decorations. A special procedure makes it possible to curve the front of the saddle-leather without any need for internal supports. The ideal companion of the Fred desk is the Ginger chair, designed to make the study even more complete and harmonious. 

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Designed by
Roberto Lazzeroni

Roberto Lazzeroni was born in Pisa. He studied art and architecture in Florence, taking an increasing personal interest in the phenomena of conceptual art and radical design during his years of training.He débuted professionally in the early 1980s with a series of important 'Interior Architecture' works that were immediately noticed and published by both Italian and international magazines. Roberto Lazzeroni has enjoyed an extremely dynamic professional journey that today sees him involved in various projects, and able to boast prestigious collaborations, art direction and interior and contract design in various parts of the world.

Awards include: Tecniques Discretes (Paris, 1991), Conran Foundation Museum, (London, 1992), Elegant Techniques, (Chicago, 1992), La Fabbrica Estetica, (Paris, 1993), Dall'Albergo alla Nave, (Genoa, 1993), Costruire il mobile, (Milan 1999). 

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The Fred desk by Poltrona Frau is much more than a simple desk: it is a true design masterpiece that combines aesthetics, functionality, and the highest-quality materials. Designed by Roberto Lazzeroni, this desk stands out for its solid ash wood structure, which conveys both sturdiness and visual lightness thanks to the triangular profile of its legs. The top, crafted from a single 4 mm-thick saddle leather surface with no divisions or stitching, represents a work of artisanal excellence: delicate hand-executed cold engravings and markings create refined graphic decorations, giving each piece uniqueness and value.

 

The Fred desk is perfect for professional studios, executive offices, and representative environments where the aim is to convey authority, elegance, and attention to detail. The integrated drawer, made from the same wood as the structure and equipped with metal runners and a soft-close mechanism, offers practicality without compromising the clean lines of the design. The Fred desk also fits naturally into luxury home offices, becoming the focal point of a refined and welcoming workspace, ideal for those who spend many hours at their desk and seek maximum comfort combined with timeless beauty.

 

Its lightweight design and premium finishes make the Fred desk a preferred choice for high-end law firms, notary offices, or private medical practices, where the quality of furnishings signals professionalism and respect toward clients and colleagues. In residential settings, it can serve as a writing table or a creative workstation for designers, architects, and professionals who desire a space that inspires productivity and creativity. It is also ideal as a distinctive element in luxury hotel study rooms, reading rooms, or private libraries, where natural materials and artisanal craftsmanship are synonymous with exclusivity.

 

The Fred desk adapts perfectly to both classic and contemporary interiors, thanks to the possibility of customizing the wood and saddle leather finishes, allowing interior designers to coordinate the desk with other furnishings and create unique atmospheres. It is the ideal solution for those who love to surround themselves with iconic objects and wish to invest in durable furniture capable of maintaining its beauty even after years of use. Attention to detail—such as the sharp-cut edge finished with protective dye and wax—reflects the passion for craftsmanship and quality that characterizes every Poltrona Frau product.

 

In innovative open-space office environments, the Fred desk can become the reference workstation for managers, creatives, and key figures seeking a balance of functionality, comfort, and aesthetics. At the same time, it is a perfect choice for those who wish to enhance their home or studio with a piece of furniture that tells a story of Italian excellence, careful material selection, and respect for tradition.

 

Choosing the Fred desk means bringing into your workspace a symbol of design, elegance, and craftsmanship—capable of inspiring its user every day and becoming a benchmark for those who seek the very best in contemporary furnishings.