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Modesign

Veneto, Italy | Furniture Maker

Modesign is innovative spirit, artistic intuition, and manual experience. It was born from the desire to abandon the old conception of design and open its gaze to a new vision. Bianchini srl’s fundamental contribution to spreading the value of Made in Italy around the world began in 1968, with the opening of its first factory near Verona. In 2022 the company founded the Modesign brand, with a contemporary style that nevertheless does not abandon tradition in which wood is the real protagonist. We chose to make each piece of furniture from real wood, a natural material that is completely recyclable, reassuring to the touch, and evocative to the sense of smell.

WonderGlass

Veneto, Italy | Glassmith

The enchanting interplay between glass and light inspired Maurizio and Christian Musatti to establish WonderGlass in 2013. Deeply rooted in Venetian glassmaking traditions, their avant-garde collections synthesize ancient craftsmanship and contemporary design, revealing tailor-made solutions that will infuse decors with a mystical ambiance thanks to their captivating reflections. Partnerships with internationally-acclaimed artists and designers inspire their exuberant, colorful designs that recall surreal dreamscapes.

TablesWin

Veneto, Italy | Accessories Maker

Established in 2007 as an offshoot of the acclaimed, Bassano-based Meneghetti Mobili furniture firm, TablesWin creates tailor-made gaming tables and casino equipment renowned for their sartorial quality. Cutting-edge technology and prized raw materials are combined to ensure high-quality designs that will last for years of gaming sessions to come. Working with private customers and world-class casinos alike, every piece is customizable down to the smallest detail for an exclusive aesthetic and entertainment experience.

Pop Pot

Lazio, Italy | Designer

Launched by architects Arabella Rocca and Giacomo Sanna Architetti in 2021, Pop Pot is a collection of singular vases that reinterprets Ancient Roman amphoras found by archeologist Heinrich Dressel at the end of the 1800s. Handcrafted using 3D digital printing techniques and sustainable materials made of corn starch and recycled plastic, it features special edition products finished in gold, bronze, and multicolor patterns as well as bespoke pieces.

Luhdo

Toscana, Italy | Leathersmith

Specialized in handmade leather goods of exceptional quality and class, Luhdo is committed to top-rate materials treated using century-old artisan techniques handed down generations. Meticulous research and exploration into form and style define its collections of bags, belts, blankets, and wraps together, all fiercely flaunting the iconic, registered "Intarsio Marquise" pattern of elegant rhombuses. The brand’s commitment to sustainability is rooted in tradition, making pieces that will withstand both trends and the test of time.

Duccio di Segna

Toscana, Italy | Glassmith

The Duccio di Segna crystal factory began its activity in 1984 when Vasco Conti put into this project his long experience in crystal production in Italy and abroad. His deep knowledge of this sector has allowed Duccio di Segna to become in its 38 years of activity, one of the most important names in Italy in the crystal production sector. It balances capacity, experience, taste, and heritage which, together with the most modern technologies, give life to every request of crystal production. All of Duccio di Segna’s productions are hand-made by master craftsmen who manipulate the crystal at a temperature of 1150 degrees, creating pieces that are unique in their beauty and quality.

Aviteur

Lombardia, Italy | Leathersmith

Stemming from the Latin “avis” meaning “bird”, Aviteur produces limited-edition series of luxury craftsmanship pieces since its debut at the Salon des Aigles in the Hotel de Crillon in Paris. Following an illustrious career as a Fashion Coordinator, Brand Ambassador, and member of Gucci’s Board of Directors since 1983, founder and Creative Director Patricia Gucci launched Aviteur in 2019. Acclaimed by Forbes as "The World's Chicest Carry-on Luggage", Aviteur’s iconic carry-on stole the public’s heart with its artisan yet avant-garde design evoking 1950s and ‘60s elegance.

Enrico Neri & C. snc

Emilia-Romagna, Italy | Lighting Maker

Enrico Neri & C. snc has been restoring lamps with unrivaled expertise since 1986. Established in Parma by Enrico Neri, the company offers lighting designs crafted using vintage or antique objects transformed into authentic and unreplicable objets d’art by skilled artisans. Collaborations with master Murano glassmakers result in pieces that echo the past while distilling an avant-garde vision, a stylistic dichotomy that has earned the brand international recognition. Bespoke options allow each design to reflect the personality of any decor.

Mila Maurizi

Marche, Italy | Accessories Maker

The eponymous Mila Maurizi brand is rooted in over 80 years of family history and passion in hand-weaving reeds, starting with her grandfather Luigi Maurizi who crafted wicker baskets in the 1940s. Based in the heart of Mogliano, le Marche, their home décor wicker collections are minutely hand-woven by skilled artisans, whose stories and expertise can be almost heard by touching the intricate wefts. With a constant eye on the latest trends, these creations will add a comforting yet evocative accent to hospitality contexts, rustic-chic homes, or exclusive yachts.

Eleit

Campania, Italy | Accessories Maker

Titti Gallucci founded Eleit startup with the mission of creating exclusive tableware collections specifically conceived to showcase ingredients and recipes from the Italian culinary tradition. Food, craftsmanship, and design inspired her vision in a vibrant synergy that is infused in every single piece, resulting in a celebration of local food heritage through minimalist shapes. Driven by meticulous research into our rich culture and novel technological methods, the brand collaborates with talented partners sharing its avant-garde approach.

Amaaro

Emilia-Romagna, Italy | Ceramist

Amaaro is a design laboratory specialized in ceramic products founded in 2011 arising from the collaboration between painter Claudia and architect Martino. Amaaro’s collections feature everyday pieces brimming with poetic and symbolic meanings related to the animal and the natural world. Since 2015, Amaaro has taken part in various editions of Milan Fuori Salone and other exhibitions in Italy, Vienna, and Prague. Its pieces are entirely handcrafted and created in collaboration with chefs, retailers, and private collections to confer a singular, bespoke character.

Officina Della Scala

Lombardia, Italy | Furniture Maker

Boasting a prolific 40-year-long career in design and architecture, Giorgio Pozzi founded Officina Della Scala, a leading network of exceptional designers, architects, engineers, craftsmen, and partnered brands that work together on bespoke projects and products driven by an innovative approach and use of high-quality materials. Merging creativity with traditional Italian expertise, Officina Della Scala aims at creating elegant, custom pieces of refined sophistication that will withstand the test of time.

Angelo Salemi

Sicilia, Italy | Sculptor

Born in 1970 in Mazzarino, Sicily, sculptor Angelo Salemi’s roots in his uncle’s smithy were the seed for his passion for art to grow. After years of experimentation with various mediums, from sculpture to painting, he opened his own workshop in 1997 in his hometown, where he still lives and works today. Throughout his 25-year-long career, Salemi has made the combination of classic and modern references the cornerstone of his aesthetic. His pieces have earned him acclaim both in Italy and abroad, and are featured in famous cities, such as two busts in Beijing and Hangzhou.

Stone Stackers

Marche, Italy | Marble Designer

Brainchild of Italian-based husband-and-wife duo Shilpa Srinivas and Paolo Ciacci, Stone Stackers is a young brand wedded to the ethics of sustainability through its singular marble collections. Their partnership with renowned marble company Simeg Marmi gives artists access to discarded marble chunks, which are creatively reused and reassembled in artful designs coupling exceptional functionality and seductive aesthetics. The freedom intrinsic to the crafting process is embodied in every single piece, which is unrivaled in its execution and will withstand the test of time.

Omnibus Design

Toscana, Italy | Carpenter

The brainchild of Sergio Sassolini, Omnibus Design is a well-established, Florentine furniture company founded after years spent working with and learning secrets from his carpenter father. Specialized in furniture emphasizing and celebrating the natural beauty of wood, over the years the company has chosen to collaborate with influential designers and architects to provide clients with singular custom-made products. Experimentation with new materials paired with excellent craftsmanship nourishes the brand and its creative vision.

Pedretti Home

Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy | Furniture Maker

Founded in 2020 by Simone Pedretti, the Trentino-based brand carries on a family tradition of artisanship that has made it a protagonist in the stone processing industry since the early 1900s. Lapis, the debut collection launching throughout 2021, reinterprets traditional features of the Trentino territory in a contemporary key. Created in collaboration with young designer Luca Sartori from Superluna Studio, it includes pieces in petrified wood characterized by sleek lines and fluid contours brimming with timeless elegance.

Emmemobili

Lombardia, Italy | Furniture Maker

Described by words such as “art”, “design”, and “uniqueness”, Emmemobili has a five-generation long history in the furniture manufacturing industry, creating sublime design pieces with prized wooden essences combined with marble, metal, leathers, and fabrics. Deftly handcrafted by master artisans, its pieces explore the intriguing growth of the brand which focuses its attention on creating a singular aesthetic that transcends the functional quality of the objects themselves.

Aina Kari

Veneto, Italy | Accessories Maker

After a successful career with leading brands worldwide, Marina Cighir returned to Treviso to embark on a new adventure. From sculptural vases to decor lighting and chandeliers, Marina seamlessly fuses Venetian craftsmanship with modern poetry, reflecting Italy's rich artisanal tradition. Embracing "slow design," each creation emerges from meaningful collaborations with local artisans, blending diverse heritage. Curved-blown glass, hammered brass and provocative marble stones lose their natural hardness to become statement décor objects.