Sinuosity and vitality are the two key words to describe this collection that brings the elegance of outdoor furniture and the ancient Buddhist tradition together.
Inspired by the Apsaras, spirits of the clouds and waters in Hindu mythology, each component bears a feeling of lightness.
You can assemble your own corner of peacefulness and transform your outdoor space into a haven of style and tranquillity.
In the Hindu and Buddhist traditions, the Apsaras are divine figures dancing between heaven and earth, embodying the ephemeral beauty of clouds and the perpetual fluidity of water. These celestial dancers, guardians of mythological temples and palaces, represent the harmony between movement and grace, between strength and lightness.
The Apsaras collection by Livintwist captures this duality, transforming the spiritual essence of these figures into a contemporary design language.
Each element of the collection is designed to evoke the sinuosity of a dancing gesture, the delicacy of a drape floating in the air, the vitality of a wave breaking on the shore.
These are not simple furnishings, but material interpretations of a timeless elegance, where the curves are not only forms, but expressions of an inner balance.
This collection thus becomes a bridge between worlds: on the one hand, the philosophical and spiritual depth of the East, on the other hand, the western need for comfort and functionality.
A dialogue that is not limited to aesthetics, but touches the very essence of living open spaces, transforming them into places of physical and mental regeneration.
The lines of the Apsaras collection are born from the careful study of the postures of celestial dancers: curves that seem suspended in a perpetual movement, playing between full and empty like in the best tradition of oriental sculpture.
Each profile tells a story of fluidity, where rigidity gives way to a harmonious dynamism, able to adapt to the space and to those who live in it.
The four guiding principles – fluidity, essentiality, connection and transcendence – guide every aspect of design. The fluidity is translated into organic forms that invite relaxation; the essentiality in a purity of lines that eliminates the superfluous; the connection in harmony between the different elements; the transcendence in the ability to evoke a sense of lightness and spirituality.
The influence of Buddhist principles is evident in the approach to ergonomics: every seat, every support is designed to promote a natural and conscious posture that combines physical comfort and inner well-being. The proportions follow ancient rules, like those of the mandala, creating spaces that are both functional and loaded with symbolic meaning.
For Livintwist, design is a meditative practice, an act of awareness that combines creativity and respect for those who will live in the spaces. Every project is born from a process of listening – the practical needs, certainly, but also the subtler dimensions of living well-being.
The sacred balance between form and emptiness, a key principle of many oriental philosophies, becomes a concrete element in the Apsaras collection: the structures are designed to create a dialogue between full elements and empty spaces, between matter and the air that surrounds it.
This balancing act is not only aesthetic, but also affects the perception of space, making it wider and more welcoming.
The choice of materials follows a logic of evolution and adaptation: fabrics that change shades with light, woods that mature with dignity, metals that interact with the elements without corroding.
Each material is selected not only for its initial beauty, but also for its ability to tell a story over time.
An approach that transforms outdoor furniture from a simple complement to a companion on a journey towards a more conscious and harmonious life.
The Apsaras rocking chair embodies the perfect balance between movement and stability. Made with ropes expertly hand-woven, it combines the fluidity of the swing with the safety of a solid structure.
Its sinuous lines, reminiscent of the gesture of a dancer in balance, create an illusion of lightness while ensuring impeccable support. Ideal for moments of personal recollection, it becomes the perfect place to indulge in reading or to contemplate the landscape, transforming the simple rocking into a meditative ritual.
The Apsaras dining chair reinterprets the essence of outdoor conviviality. The manually woven rope structure gives a surprising visual lightness, while offering a strength capable of challenging the elements. Its studied ergonomics pleasantly accompanies every outdoor meal, from the solitary breakfast to dinners with guests, maintaining a comfort that does not sacrifice the elegance of the forms. The versatility of the finish allows it to dialogue harmoniously with any table from the Livintwist collection, completing the atmosphere of the space without dominating it.
The Apsaras lounge chair represents the pinnacle of contemplative design. The particular shape of the back, which includes an integral headrest, invites to total relaxation, both physical and mental. The handcrafted braiding of the ropes creates an elastic surface that supports the body without the need for additional cushions, offering essential and refined comfort. Each curve is designed to wrap gently, transforming the simple sitting into a complete sensory experience, where the matter becomes medium between the person and the surrounding space.
The Apsaras collection transforms under the fingers and eyes of those who live it, offering unique experiences for every moment of the day and every mood.
For yoga practice, the lounge chair becomes a support for sitting asanas, its structure in braided ropes offering the right balance between flexibility and support. Rotated towards the morning sun, the rocking chair is transformed into a throne for meditation, with its slight oscillating movement that helps to find the rhythm of breathing.
In the evening, by grouping three dining chairs around a low table, the space becomes a circle of sharing and contemplation, where each curve seems to tilt naturally towards the centre, creating a spontaneous intimacy.
The materials respond to the elements with a living soul: the natural fibre strings are loosened slightly with moisture and then find the perfect tension with the sun, like an arc that breathes. The structures welcome the rain by letting themselves be enveloped in a temporary pearl grey, to return to their warm honey after a few hours of sunshine. In the wind, the entire collection reacts with a slight rustling, almost a natural mantra, while the shadows projected by the sinuous shapes draw ephemeral mandalas on the floor during the course of the day.
As the seasons change, the collection reveals its chameleon nature. In the spring, the surfaces absorb soft light enhancing golden reflections; in the summer, the strings lighten slightly giving a sensation of tactile freshness; in the autumn, the whole collection seems to merge with the colors of the leaves in a play of amber and ochre; In winter, morning frost draws ephemeral crystals on the surfaces, creating a diamond effect that disappears with the first light.
This continuous evolution transforms the furniture into a sensory calendar, where the passage of time is measured through delicate and always harmonious mutations.
In the early hours of the day, when the dew is still wetting the strings, the collection exudes a fresh scent of vegetable fiber; at noon, the sun’s rays make the wood veins stand out like maps of ancient trade routes; At sunset, the elongated shadows create a game of curves that double the magic of space.
At night, illuminated by soft lanterns, Apsaras seems suspended between earth and sky, its forms reminiscent of silhouettes of celestial dancers.
Every detail is designed to accompany the user on a sensory journey: the strings under the fingers remind one of the grains of a Tibetan mala, the curvature of the back supports the column like the hands of a qi gong master, and the balance of the swing reproduces the rhythm of ocean waves.
Living space with Apsaras means rediscovering that the true luxury is the ability to be fully present in the here and now, in perfect harmony with natural cycles and with one’s inner world.
Selecting furniture and accessories for your outdoor spaces is not a simple matter of taste. It is a real act of care, both for yourself and for the moments of sharing and relaxation that only nature can give.
And in Livintwist, we have made this awareness our essence.
Our philosophy translates into creations that bring together:
Choosing Livintwist means investing in an outdoor idea where every element contributes to creating a complete sensory experience.
Because our products do not simply furnish a space – they animate it, transforming it into that special refuge where you can find, every day, the pleasure of living in the open air.
Discover the perfect collection for your personal outdoor corner and give yourself the outdoor oasis you deserve.
The Apsaras collection is transformed under the light into a real tool of well-being, where every shade becomes an emotional language.
The finishes, inspired by the Himalayan monasteries, promote a meditative state, while the jade-green versions stimulate a more vital connection with nature.
The integration with other Livintwist collections follows the philosophy of the “garden of Zen monasteries”, where different elements coexist in controlled harmony. Combining Apsaras with the geometric structure of the Nassa collection creates a fascinating tension between fluid and structured, while the combination with soft volumes generates an oasis suspended effect.
The secret lies in keeping Apsaras as the dominant element (70%), balancing it with complementary pieces (30%).
The lighting transforms the space into a living mandala: lanterns suspended in rice paper project patterns of shadow reminiscent of rosettes of temples, while floor lights integrated into the seats create a levitation effect at dusk.
Complete the atmosphere with a few but significant complements: a low table in oxidised bronze as a contemporary altar, raw linen cushions with embroidery inspired by Tibetan tanka, and a circular carpet that delimits the sacred space of your daily ritual.
The Apsaras collection by Livintwist is not simply a line of furniture, but a real path of awareness that unites seemingly distant worlds.
Through the sinuosity of its forms and the vitality of materials, this collection translates ancient oriental wisdom into contemporary language, offering not only furnishings but also tools to live more deeply the relationship with space and oneself.
Every element – from the rocking chair that cradles thoughts to the armchair that welcomes the body in a meditative embrace – has been designed to accompany the user on a sensory and emotional journey.
Hand-woven strings become metaphors of the existential plot, while structures that dialogue with natural elements recall our connection with the cosmos.
Choosing Apsaras means embracing a philosophy that sees design not just as an aesthetic issue, but as an opportunity to create sacred spaces in everyday life. It is an invitation to slow down, to breathe, to reconnect with natural rhythms through objects that are both functional and poetic, robust and light, earthly and spiritual.
In an age of frenzy and distraction, this collection offers a haven of beauty and meaning, demonstrating that outdoor furniture can be much more than a practical solution: it can become a way to regain balance, inspiration and that sense of wonder that comes from the meeting between art, nature and spirituality.
Livintwist, with Apsaras, did not simply create garden furniture, but gave shape to an experience that changes the way of inhabiting open spaces and, through them, the way of inhabiting oneself. Because true design, when it reaches its highest expression, does not limit itself to furnish spaces – animates them, transforms them, elevates them to places of the soul.
Selected pieces from our exhibitions and events, ready for a new home.
