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Rosanna Contadini

Lazio, Italy | Accessories Maker

Neò was founded in 2007 when ceramist and designer Rosanna Contadini discovered an exciting new material: neoprene thread, a soft and flexible fiber that, when woven, creates silky and velvety pieces. Neò’s timeless contemporary designs are meticulously hand-knotted according to traditional techniques, woven into interior pieces, accessories, and jewelry fit for all decor styles. Neò pieces are on display in several museum stores and design shops worldwide.

Galbiati Fratelli

Lombardia, Italy | Furniture Maker

Galbiati Fratelli Company has been dedicated to producing exclusive furniture pieces since 1963. Master artisans blend traditional and leading-edge methods - from lost-wax casting to waterjet technology - to craft their signature collections. A small series of tables, mirrors, consoles, and chairs launched the brand in the ‘60s, while wrought iron and brass bed designs boomed between the ‘70s and ‘80s. Currently, the brand offers tailor-made pieces in a variety of styles sharing the same, unrivaled level of refinement.

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.

Matrix International

Toscana, Italy | Furniture Maker

William Faulkner's quote "The past is never dead. It's not even past" brilliantly describes the modernist inspiration behind the brand Matrix International. With over 35-years of experience, the brand brought modernist designs to a wider, increasingly aware commercial public. Looking to the past as a way to the future is a vision also embodied in the brand's contemporary collections, which are distinguished by a balance between art and applied arts that is reflected in every minute detail.

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.

Myin

Lombardia, Italy | Furniture Maker

Minimalist lines and an innovative spirit define the furniture pieces by Milan-based design brand Myin. Transforming the idea of “interior design” into that of “a design of interiority”, Myin takes pride in their deep study of the functional elements of objects as well as the individuals who use them. Essential exteriors open to reveal singular creativity in the prints enhancing their interiors, deftly made using digital technologies. Myin embraces a novel interpretation of design: a design “of the soul” merging the pursuit of style with a conceptual artistic approach.

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.

Francesco Maglia Milano

Lombardia, Italy | Accessories Maker

Every year, seven master artisans at Francesco Maglia Ombrelli - Milano, a historic luxury brand established in 1854 and based in Milan since 1876, craft 3000 exclusive umbrellas. Named after its founder, the company is now run by Giorgio Maglia and Francesco Maglia, the fifth and sixth generations, respectively. Each umbrella embodies a commitment to tradition and versatility, reflected in the exceptional tailored details and bespoke designs. Made to withstand the test of time, these umbrellas will give a distinctive touch to formal and casual ensembles even on the gloomiest of days.

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.

Rampinelli Edizioni

Lombardia, Italy | Furniture Maker

Founded in Bergamo in 2020, Rampinelli Edizioni is a furniture brand that combines the creativity of Sovrappensiero Design Studio and the know-how and technical expertise of Rampinelli S.p.A., a leader in metalworking manufacturing since 1913. Engineer Gabriele Rampinelli is at the helm of this new brand, whose first collection of steel furniture is inspired by geometric solids, archetypal forms that showcase an impressive functional architecture, captivating aesthetic, and a palette that recalls the colors of industrial machinery.

Stefano Robiglio

Piemonte, Italy | Blacksmith

Forging metal is Stefano Robiglio’s great passion. A self-taught blacksmith, Robiglio was born in Acqui Terme, Piedmont in 1988 and is currently based in Visone, where he forges his unique and exclusive creations in his studio, from traditional gates and railings to sculptures and décor pieces. Nature and the female figure are his main inspirations: fixed in iron, a material associated with stability, each piece is shaped with fire to make it flexible and dynamic, thus giving life to volumes and lines that convey a sense of movement and balance in a three-dimensional form.

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 and transforming materials like blown glass and marble into exquisite decorative objects.