The Artisans

Raised in Puglia, based in Milan, and citizen of the world, visionary designer Vito Nesta infuses history, memory and emotion into his singular interior design creations. Inspired by his extensive travels yet rooted in his cultural roots, Nesta creates evocative works of art that transport us to distant places from the comfort of our homes. The distinctive pieces in the Grand Tour collection transcend their decorative function, with classical themes and motifs interpreted in a contemporary aesthetic to capture a distinct moment or emotion in time.

Based in Umbria, Reschio Estate is the design headquarters of architect Benedikt Bolza. Since 1999 Bolza has restored twenty-six farmhouses, transforming them into elegant, light-filled homes. Bolza’s creative talents turned to interior design several years ago, to complement his renovated interiors, creating a luxurious furniture and lighting collection that combines high-quality materials such as brass, bronze, copper, crystal, oak, hand-stitched leathers, silks and locally woven fabrics. Each item is entirely handmade, crafted with the help of the finest artisans in Italy.

Founded in Pisa, CPRN HOMOOD is a new design firm that specializes in luxury furniture that effortlessly merges contemporary styles with traditional handcrafting methods. Bold and sophisticated statement pieces are the hallmarks of these collections, distinguished for their architectural designs, clean lines, and refined color palette. CPRN HOMOOD's vision for individualized, 21st-century home decor is brought to life by a team of highly skilled designers and technicians who handcraft each piece using the finest marbles, leathers, woods, glass, and metals available.

Architects Mauro Cazzaro and Antonella Maione founded Kanz Architetti studio in Venice, effortlessly combining architecture and interior design with product design. With careful attention to detail and an experimental approach, they create glass and ceramic pieces for the contemporary home. Collaborating with local craftsmen and combining tradition with innovation, Kanz creates precious objects that strike a balance between functionality and decoration.

Euroluce Light of Italy has a history of twenty-five years of passion for made in Italy. Over the years it has developed collections capable of expressing elegance and finesse in both classic and contemporary contexts. It proposes two product lines: ‘Elegance’ with a contemporary take on the classic and ‘Twenty Brand Design’ in a modern contemporary style. Collections conceived to make one's space and time always enjoyable, confirming that the art of light is an all-Italian tradition.

In 1949, in Bovolone, a town near Verona, Severino Cantiero opened a workshop specialized in crafting luxury furniture with a classic design. Today, Cantiero is a brand competing with the biggest international companies in the field of refined cabinet making. Dedicated to superior quality and renowned for their innovative allure that reinterprets classic silhouettes, Cantiero’s timeless pieces feature finishes applied according to traditional methods, boasting natural colors and using only patented treatments.

Mario Prandina began his artistic journey in a small workshop in downtown Milan, near the Accademia di Belle Arti di Brera. Surrounded by artists and designers, Plinio il Giovane was founded in 1975, with the goal of designing and producing ethical and ecologically-sourced furniture. Prandina sought to create conscious furniture designs by repurposing old furniture and innovating them with traditional crafting methods. This concept has become the hallmark of Plinio’s creative brand and Prandina’s advocacy mindset.

Since 1977, Deodara has crafted exquisite furniture using traditional methods, creating stunning functional pieces of décor with simple silhouettes that are timeless and elegant. Made by expert craftsmen working exclusively with blockboard wood and solid wood, these objects reinvent classic designs with a contemporary flair. Deodara’s commitment to the environment is evident in drastically reducing waste by-products and using non-toxic, scent-free and water-based finishes.

Founded in the heart of Florence in 1899 as a workshop to restore chandeliers, Banci started making high-quality light fixtures that embody the excellence of Italian craftsmanship. From generation to generation, the company has continued to craft its pieces entirely by hand, mixing tradition with innovation, and now is internationally renowned for the uniqueness of its products. Every step of the production process is made in-house with the outmost care by master Florentine craftsmen.

Based in Milan, Malcusa specializes in the creation of luxury traditional and contemporary rugs. Under the masterful guidance of Brand Milano Tessuti, Malcusa has been able to thrive through partnerships with designers and artists around the world to create exceptional works of art. Their vision is rooted in design innovation, high-quality materials, and traditional hand craftsmanship. Following ancient hand-crafting techniques, southeast Asian customs and culture can harmoniously coexist with timeless Italian aesthetic and styles.

Founded in Firenze in 1956, Badari exemplifies excellence. Badari is world-renowned for its luxury laboratory where expert craftsmen work metals to create not products, but works of art that enhance the charm of the vast selection of the finest materials made available to the customer. With over two generations of experience, Badari is rooted in a thorough knowledge of antique and contemporary styles with a commitment to excellence. Each piece reflects their knowledge while embodying a timeless allure that makes it suitable for classic or modern living.

Established in 2010, this brand manufactures unique, tailor-made luxury lighting fixtures. Combining the expertise of masterful craftsmen with innovative and ambitious designs, Aggiolight creates bespoke chandeliers that are veritable masterpieces with a distinctive neo-classic allure. Mixing innovative materials with traditional methods and crafting each object with an entirely in-house production process,this brand conveys the inestimable value of the Italian luxury heritage.

This brand crafts luxury decorative lighting. Effortlessly combining contemporary allure and classic elegance, Officina Luce creates exquisite chandeliers, floor lamps, sconces, and table lamps. Using the finest materials and traditional craftsmanship, each piece is made with the outmost care in order to deliver a final product that is a one-of-a-kind, stunning piece of functional décor.

Rino Greggio founded his company, Greggio, in 1948 to craft high-quality silver-plated objects. As one of Europe’s largest manufacturers of silverware, Greggio is internationally renowned for its exquisite products, sought after for the purity of their lines and volumes, harmonious forms, and care for refined details. At the core of its philosophy is a balance between classical proportions and modern sensitivity. Constantly striving for innovation, Greggio has its own research and development center to devise new crafting techniques and expand their market horizons.

Founded in 1946, Salvatori is a design company specialized in natural stone craftsmanship. Renowned for its elegant and innovative products, Salvatori has risen to the international stage, setting the standard for an evocative “design meets natural stone” aesthetic. From stunning textures for walls to interior design products, each piece is an alluring combination of old-fashioned craftsmanship and contemporary design. The company’s deep-rooted passion for natural stone distinguishes its defining characteristic: each product is distinctly unique, as no two pieces are alike.

Founded in Tuscany by Luigi Volpi in 1959 and taken on by his three sons, Volpi creates high quality furniture with a refined design made with exquisite materials. The unique character of these pieces lies in a mix of innovative techniques in cutting wood and finishing it, with traditional methods such as inlay and carving, gold and silver leaf, and painted decorations, all made by hand. Because of its commitment to the environment, Volpi uses wood sourced in certified forests, its varnishes are free from heavy metals, and a solar panel system powers its factory.

Paralume Marina started in 1987 when husband and wife Ferronato-Simoncello opened their small family business, inspired by a common passion for decorative lighting. Their son Thomas and Simone expanded the company outside the national borders, making it an international brand that mixes design and innovation with traditional handcrafting techniques. The combination of brass, 100% Italian crystal, Murano glass, and precious fabrics create one-of-a-kind and exclusive pieces of great visual impact.

The talented designers at Editions Milano view traditional Italian craftsmanship through the lenses of the chic, urban, Northern Italian aesthetic embodied by the city where they live and work: Milan. By editing the superfluous out of essential designs, they create colorful, bold, and timeless pieces of home decor that reinterpret the iconic Made in Italy in a contemporary way, celebrating innovative volumes and traditional techniques.

Starting in the 1960s, Daytona is now a third generation family business that strives to bridge elegance and functionality. Quality and experience are the cornerstones of Daytona collections, firmly positioning the company in the global luxury furniture market. Daytona distinguishes itself through its attention to detail, stylistic innovation, and commitment to high-quality materials. Its pieces are unique, and their functional designs are an elegant compromise between form and substance.

Karpeta was founded with the goal of uniting the past to the present, choosing to weave a traditional craftsmanship with the modernity of a contemporary aesthetic and keeping alive the ancient techniques of hand-knotted carpets. The use of the highest quality natural fibers and precious handmade techniques, narrate a new rite for living. We envision a future where tradition and knowledge play a strategic role in offering new possibilities. The desire to experiment and renew ancient weaving techniques pushes us forward, seeking a new balance between the expected and unexpected.