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Illulian

Lombardia, Italy | Carpet Maker

Established in 1959, Illulian is a well-established luxury design brand renowned internationally for its commitment to craftsmanship. Currently, under the direction of Davis and Bendis Ronchetti Illulian, this family-run company creates works of art with a distinct heirloom quality. Their prestigious showroom, located in the heart of Milan’s fashionable “quadrilatero” district, has unique modern objects and examples of the in-house design studio pieces on display, rendered in full detail and customizable thanks to Ilullian’s team of skilled artisans.

Edizione Limitata by Simone Fanciullacci

Lombardia, Italy | Designer

Born and raised in Varazze, Liguria, Simone Fanciullacci moved to Milan to pursue product design at the Politecnico University, making it his permanent home in 2008. After almost 10 years working in design studios, he founded an art consulting firm in 2017 and currently curates Edizione Limitata (“Limited Edition”), a collection that keeps traditional Italian craftsmanship alive with bold, functional objects perfect for modern homes. He received numerous accolades for his collaborations, notably the IF Design Award and a special mention for the prized Compasso d’Oro Award.

Signorini & Coco

Toscana, Italy | Furniture Maker

In 1968, Pietro Coco began working as a sculptor and wood engraver in a small workshop near Pisa. His sons Pietro, Enrico, and Giorgio Coco, together with Gianluigi Signorini and Mauro Salcioli, established their brand in 1973. Gifted with passion and perseverance, the skilled artisans at Signorini & Coco create furniture pieces that are unique works of art. The third generation - Mirko, Alessio, and Cecilia Coco, Daniele Salcioli, and Gianluca Busdraghi - combines the rich craftsmanship heritage passed down in their families with modern aesthetics and inspirations.

Petri Firenze

Toscana, Italy | Silversmith

Petri Firenze’s unique pieces are brought to life in the artisan workshop in San Casciano Val di Pesa, a town in the luscious hillside of the Chianti region. The company was founded by Simone Petri in 1991 and specializes in decorative objects that combine art with nature by incorporating shells, fossils, gemstones, corals, precious woods, and animal horns into the prized metals. The pieces are rendered timeless by the hands of the skilled artisans who utilize new and ancient techniques to enhance every delicate and meticulous detail.

Bragagnolo Argenti

Veneto, Italy | Silversmith

Founded in 1978 in Cittadella, a medieval town in the Veneto region, Bragagnolo is a well-established name in the historic, Italian silversmith tradition. Committed to excellence, each piece is crafted by master silversmiths with aesthetic sensibility and passion to reveal refined creations distinguished by their combination of elegance and functionality. Innovative research and tradition are deeply interconnected in all Bragagnolo Argenti products characterized by timeless sophistication and a unique design.

Bottos Design Italia by Sebastiano Bottos

Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy | Designer

Sebastiano Bottos established his eponymous furniture brand in Pordenone, continuing a family tradition that began in the early 1900s. After completing his studies in Architecture at IUAV University in Venice, he participated in various international design competitions and exhibitions. His collections are characterized by a constant exploration and research of new designs and materials. Combining innovative processing techniques with expert craftsmanship, Bottos brings to life distinctive and intriguing objects that will illuminate a modern home.

Atlasproject

Campania, Italy | Glassmith

Atlasproject is a project born by the synergy between a thirty-year Italian craft experience and a very contemporary design. Designed by Massimiliano Giordano, the collection balances tradition and innovation. Entirely handcrafted in Campania, where the family company is based and the tradition of artisanality is still a deep value, these decorative pieces merge essential geometric shapes with the most surprising materials, textures, and colors.

Barba Design

Puglia, Italy | Furniture Maker

Based in Monteroni di Lecce, Apulia, Barba Design was founded by carpenter Mattia Barba in 2015. Finding its roots in Barba’s family carpentry business, the brand is an expression of Mattia’s craftsmanship, respect for traditions, and a shared passion for “cementine”, the floors of ancient farmhouses. Along with the industrial designer Manuela Pelizzon, Barba Design asserts its distinctive aesthetic with its collections, marked by ancient colors and decorations that merge past and present in clean lines and strong character.

Carlo Moretti

Veneto, Italy | Glassmith

Established in 1958 in Murano, Venice by brothers Carlo and Giovanni Moretti, this brand combines the century-old craft of mouth-blown Murano glass with contemporary Italian design. Clean lines, modern decorations, and clear surfaces are the distinctive traits of Carlo Moretti’s creations, which embody the union of the two souls of this versatile material: solid and liquid. Catered for a clientele of fine art collectors, each Murano crystal piece is numbered and signed.

Softhouse

Toscana, Italy | Furniture Maker

Based in Tuscany, sisters Laura and Mariella Torri founded Softhouse in 1995. Distinctive for its use of natural materials and precious accessories, Softhouse creates unique furniture pieces defined by meticulous details, a rigorous interpretation of volumes, and an open-minded revisitation of traditional designs. A perfect balance of classic flair and modern style, Softhouse is known around the world for its exquisite craftsmanship and offers customizable options to answer the needs of its sophisticated clientele.

Baleri Italia

Lombardia, Italy | Furniture Maker

Founded in 1984 by Enrico Baleri and Marilisa Decimo, Baleri Italia is based in Albano S. Alessandro in Bergamo. Recognizable for its iconic red rooster logo, Baleri is renowned internationally for its elegant functional furniture designs that combine rigorous forms with a classical-contemporary style. Baleri Italia has received many awards and recognitions for their work, notably the Compasso d’Oro in 1994 for Cartoons, a room divider that has been a permanent display at the Museum of Modern Art of New York since 2001.

ROU Materiaal

Emilia-Romagna, Italy | Designer

Based in Ravenna, ROU Materiaal is a furniture firm established in 2013 by Marzia De Lorenzi and Monica Cortesi, artists who share a strong passion for art, design, and the city of Paris. The firm’s name derives from Afrikaans meaning “raw material”, highlighting the brand’s distinctive style that connects "primitive" materials to a deep study of contemporary shapes and textures using resins, acrylics, stucco, and cement. Their sculpture-tables and hand-painted fabrics are manufactured in Italy from salvaged woods of century-old trees that find new life in a modern home.

Telami

Lombardia, Italy | Furniture Maker

Creator of the iconic Tripolina and Director’s chairs, Telami is an Italian company specialized in exclusive handmade furniture and accessories that blend fashion and design. Telami has revitalized its artistic legacy by adapting these original designs to a contemporary style, introducing new products crafted by master artisans. Fully customizable in endless combinations of fabric textures and colors, all Telami products use premium-quality materials: Italian fabrics, top-quality vegetable-tanned leather from Tuscany, and selected woods with outstanding and lasting quality.

Possoni Illuminazione

Lombardia, Italy | Lighting Maker

Elegance and unparalleled craftsmanship, Possoni Illuminazione is an interior lighting family business founded in 1963 in Nova Milanese. Renowned both nationally and internationally for its sophisticated chandeliers, lamps, and wall fixtures, Possoni has a meticulous production process that combines traditional handcrafting with innovative machinery to create highly intricate pieces down to the last detail. A high degree of flexibility and readiness in finding the solutions that best suit the needs of a wide customer base is another key trait of Possoni Illuminazione.

Secolo

Marche, Italy | Furniture Maker

Established in 2018, Secolo is a London-based furniture brand with a desire to create iconic pieces that meet traditional tastes but with contemporary and unorthodox twists. Under the artistic direction of Artefatto Design Studio, Secolo blends interior design with architecture to develop innovative products for a sophisticated visual experience. Secolo's furniture and accent pieces are defined by their sleek silhouettes, quality materials, and playful character, which will suit any style or interior.

Marricreo

Campania, Italy | Accessories Maker

Marricreo is a home decor brand founded by Simona Novi and based in Naples. The brand name is derived from the words "mar", for sea, and the Neapolitan expression "ma' ricreo", signifying enjoyment or being reinvigorated by beauty: these two inspirations are reflected in the brand's design philosophy and pursuit of balanced proportions and sleek forms. Crafted by exceptional artisans in its workshop, Marricreo pieces are designed to be enjoyed year-round at home and on the boat.

Nodo

Lombardia, Italy | Furniture Maker

Founded in 2014 by Clara Arpini, Nodo is an interior design firm dedicated to reinterpreting classic furnishings with modern flair and artistic zeal. Nodo revisits classical weaving techniques using recyclable polypropylene yarn that is hand-coiled directly onto structures to reveal new textures and dynamic contrasts. Nodo pieces are entirely unique and versatile, fitting any decor style and taste. Nodo is socially and environmentally conscious, using materials tested and certified against harmful chemicals at all production stages.

Studio Le Nid

Sicilia, Italy | Ceramist

Established in 1966 by master artisan Barbaro Messina and based in Paternò, Sicily, Studio Le Nid started as a small workshop of ceramic sculptures and “bonboniere” and eventually became internationally renowned for its traditional majolica. Each captivating piece draws inspiration from Sicily’s rich past and incorporates volcanic materials from Mount Etna for a defining character. Since 2001, Studio Le Nid has been guided by Vincenzo, Filippo, and Rita Messina, who carry forward their father’s artistic mission, uniting ancient handcraftsmanship with innovative technology.