Fast
Italian outdoor furniture in die-cast and extruded aluminium, made since 1995 in Valle Sabbia, Brescia, read for the US buyer.
An aluminium specialist rooted in the metalworking valleys of Brescia.
Fast was founded in 1995 by Stefano Levrangi in Vestone, a town in Valle Sabbia between Lake Idro and Lake Garda, where working metal has been a regional trade for centuries. The company name stands for Fusioni Artistiche Soluzioni Tecniche. Levrangi chose aluminium as the founding material: lightweight, rust-resistant and recyclable indefinitely. His son Marco Levrangi now leads the company.
The catalogue is shaped by designers including Robby Cantarutti, Alberto Lievore and Studio Lievore Altherr. For US buyers, collections reach the market through authorised dealers, with lead times that vary by line and finish.
A selection of lines.
Forest
Robby Cantarutti & Partners' 2007 signature chair in extruded and die-cast aluminium, Fast's ongoing bestseller in the residential and contract sectors.
Ria
Designed by Alberto LievoreRia is Alberto Lievore's seating family for Fast, named after the narrow coastal inlets that indent the Galician shore. Its defining shape is a curved, enveloping back and seat conceived to hold the body and suit year-round outdoor use. The collection runs from dining armchairs to 2- and 3-seater sofas, a lounge armchair and a daybed.
The frame is powder-coated aluminium. Several versions add woven rope over the seat and back, building in a tactile layer that ages with the piece. Cushion options cover seat, backrest and armrest, and the collection is offered across all Fast powder-coat colours.
What the pieces are made of.
Across its outdoor work Fast uses die-cast and extruded aluminium as the structural backbone of every collection. The alloy is powder-coated in a broad palette of UV-stable colours. Selected collections add woven synthetic rope over the frame. Aluminium is central to the brand by design: it does not rust, weighs a third of steel and can be recycled indefinitely.
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Fast, answered.
Where is Fast made?
Fast furniture is designed and manufactured in Vestone, in the Valle Sabbia valley of the Brescia province, northern Italy. Production has been on the same site since the company's founding in 1995.
When was Fast founded?
In 1995, by Stefano Levrangi, in Vestone (Brescia). The company draws on Valle Sabbia's centuries-old metalworking tradition.
What does the name Fast stand for?
FAST is an acronym for Fusioni Artistiche Soluzioni Tecniche, reflecting the company's blend of artisan craft and technical manufacturing.
What material does Fast specialise in?
Aluminium, in both extruded and die-cast forms. It is the core material across every Fast collection: lightweight, rust-proof, powder-coated in UV-stable colours and recyclable indefinitely.
What are Fast's signature collections?
The long-running Forest by Robby Cantarutti & Partners (launched 2007) is the brand's bestseller. Ria and AllSize by Alberto Lievore, Zebra by Studio Lievore Altherr, and Solaris by Lievore Asociados are also key lines.
Who designs for Fast?
Confirmed designers include Robby Cantarutti & Partners (Forest), Alberto Lievore (Ria, AllSize) and Studio Lievore Altherr (Zebra). Francesco Meda and David Lopez Quincoces took on creative direction in 2023.
What is the Forest collection?
Forest is Fast's bestselling outdoor seating family, designed by Robby Cantarutti & Partners and launched in 2007. It is made in extruded and die-cast aluminium and is available for residential and contract use in multiple colours.
What is the Ria collection?
Ria is a dining and lounge family designed by Alberto Lievore. The name refers to narrow coastal inlets; the form is curved and enveloping. It is offered in aluminium with optional woven rope and runs from dining chairs to sofas and a daybed.
Is Fast available in the US?
Yes. Collections reach the US through authorised dealers, with lead times that vary by line and finish.
Does Fast make furniture for contract and hospitality?
Yes. Most collections, including Forest and Zebra, are rated for contract and hospitality settings alongside residential use.
How should I care for Fast aluminium furniture?
Fast aluminium frames are powder-coated in UV-stable colours and do not rust. Routine cleaning with mild soap and water is generally sufficient; follow the maker's guidance for pieces with woven rope or cushion elements.
Can I buy from this site?
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