The Artisans

Claudio Campana opened his namesake studio in 2019 after a lengthy training path that led him to master the Scagliola technique. The technique creates a fine plaster used in architecture and sculpture whose mixture of animal glue and natural colors allows a singular and stunning reproduction of marble veinings. Campana’s magnificent works of art are distinguished by vibrant colors and a fluid blend of textures welded into rigid, geometric shapes, merging tradition and modern aesthetic sensibilities.

Painter and architect Paolo De Biasi was born in Feltre, Veneto in 1966 and currently lives and works in Treviso. Painting was a love that emerged later in life for him, his work as an associate in UP3 Studio earning him the chance to debut at the 2012 Venice Biennale. He was introduced to the “Italian Nebrow” artist circle by Ivan Quaroni after reaching the finals at the Premio Celeste. He was awarded the Paolo Parati national painting prize in 2011 and his pieces have been featured at the Prague Biennale and the Italy/China Biennale at the Monza Royal Castle.

Starting with founder Mario Frati and now in the hands of his nephew Riccardo and wife Cristiana, three generations of textile entrepreneurs have molded Frati Home into an internationally renowned brand recognized for its fabrics and textile designs. Keeping a sharp eye on trends without ever losing its distinctive artisan know-how, the brand is committed to sustainability, embracing an eco-conscious ethos in every step of the production process to guarantee only the finest, certified fabrics.

The contribution architect Leone Pecchioli and set designer Perla Gianni Falvo brought to the “Made in Sipario Social Cooperative” is captured in the Slow Tile project. Born in 2018 in Florence to create job opportunities for the disabled community while enhancing the importance of slowness when it comes to artisan pottery, the challenging aspect of dealing with the market is further fuel for the project, which embraces sustainability by avoiding surpluses. Slow Tile’s special artists see their efforts and creativity taking shape on one-of-a-kind, durable ceramic pieces.

High-end clock house, Meccaniche Orologi Milano is a collaborative workshop founded in 2016 by engineer, designer, and clockmaker Alessandro Rigotto. The embodiment of effortlessly modern, the brand’s pieces are meticulously made using high-quality materials and innovative methods while staying true to the craft’s artisan roots.

Matteo Pala’s spectacular rugs and carpets expertly balance tradition and innovation. Inspired by cultures with strong textile craftsmanship traditions such as Turkey, Nepal, India, and Morocco, Pala’s pieces interpret ancient traditions in a sleek modern key using materials carefully selected by the artists over years of research and exploration.

Passion for textiles runs in the veins of Caterina Quartana, a born-and-raised Sardinian from a family of textile designers. After graduating in Fashion Culture and Design at the University of Florence in 2003, she established her own brand marked by a synthesis of design and craftsmanship reflecting her sophisticated and meticulous personality. Her art ranges from designing and weaving fabrics to painting on textiles and pottery, all products she crafts exclusively with high-quality materials. Bespoke designs emphasize her exceptional artistic sensibilities for all decors.

A legacy established in 1830, Sahri is a historic luxury rugmaker that draws inspiration from Persian art and Tehran’s vibrant bazaars to create and source the finest quality rugs. A deep and passionate exploration of beauty passed down from generation to generation defines the family’s approach. Tradition and modernity marry in the innovative techniques and millenary materials showcased in each rug, a testament to the art of rugmaking and design in all their complexity.

Founded by designer Luca de Bona and photographer Massimiliano Tuveri, Belvedere is a luxury interior design firm that offers bespoke, artful furniture with a lavish and contemporary flair. Partnering with leading and renowned architects and designers worldwide, its collections are distinguished by an aesthetic that marries traditional crafting techniques, finishes, and prized materials with state-of-the-art technologies.

Furnishing interiors with style and originality since 1934, Valli & Valli was founded by architect and sculptor Pasquale Valli in the Brianza district near Milan. An elegant take on a simple object of functional design, the brand creates singular handles of exceptional character. In 1976, under the supervision of Pasquale’s son Carlo, Valli & Valli introduced Fusital, a collection of handles designed by forty-six iconic names in the national and international design scene. Each handle made by the brand and in collaboration is crafted with care by master artisans.

Merging classic style, modern sophistication, and functionality, NC Design Group creates singular furniture items crafted with meticulous attention to detail. The atelier boasts collections such as the Crystal Panel and the Decor Frame that reveal a timeless aesthetic achieved using artisan and innovative techniques executed by a team of master craftsmen.

Passion and expertise have earned Euromarmi Store its leading role in stone craftsmanship. Each creation carries the heritage of centuries of Italian artisan tradition, seamlessly blending tradition with innovation. Precious materials and manual dexterity are their trademark qualities, creating an enchanting identity exuding timeless elegance. Euromarmi offers expert design services using top-notch machinery tailored to enhance indoor and outdoor environments. Their catalog spans home decor to objets d'art, mineralogy, collectibles, and jewelry crafted from natural gemstones.

Tullio Bolletta, the founder of timepiece manufacturer Lorenz, approached German designer Richard Sapper in 1959 to collaborate on a challenging project. Lorenz wanted to repurpose internal clock mechanisms made during the war for torpedoes into table clocks. After much trial and error, Sapper’s sleek design hid the bulky mechanisms in a cylindrical frame with a cut edge to sit on the table and added a clock face from a fighter jet. Known as the Lorenz Static, Sapper’s design was awarded the Compasso d’Oro in 1960. In 2017, Lorenz started producing Static table clocks once again.

Dotem is an umbrella brand founded by self-taught artist and designer Maria Mascolo in 2021. Artisan know-how passed down six generations are pivotal to the crafting process, as each umbrella is handmade of maple wood and complete with 24K gold-plated brass details sourced from Italy. The intricate decorations along the inner canopy draw inspiration from her father’s oil paintings. A quintessential symbol of British style, her umbrellas are elevated to a collector’s item and timeless piece to be treasured for generations.

Interior design brand Gufram is world-renowned for pushing the limits of industrial design. Founded in Turin in 1966, its non-conformist spirit is revealed in the playful furnishing items that incorporate technological innovation and experimentation into its artful furniture pieces. The marriage of artisanal craftsmanship and artistic avant-garde has led to the creation of some of its most iconic designs, such as the Bocca lips sofa, Pratone chaise lounge, Cactus hall tree and others which are currently on display in upscale homes and museums around the world.

Passion for artisanal luxury, attention to detail, and entrepreneurial spirit run in the veins of the Masolo family. Founded in 1956, the Giorgio Collection is specialized in luxury furniture with Art Deco and futuristic influences. Based in Seregno - in the heart of the renowned Brianza furniture district near Milan - the company is currently run by Fabio Masolo, who ensures the brand maintains its avant-garde spirit and ability to foresee trends. Entrepreneurial talent and artisan mastery are unmissable ingredients to this secret recipe.

Fluidity is Pietro Spoto’s artist trademark. A sculptor, visual artist and designer, Spoto is the founder and Creative Director of Studioliquido Milano, a workshop where his projects - ranging from product design to scenography - come to life. His original style synthesizes various references embedded with emotional, cultural, and environmental significance. Spoto has served as a creative consultant for Martin Margiela Maison, Fondazione Mudima, DOCVA Viafarini, and other international brands.

Design and fashion collide in La Manufacture, the brainchild of Robert Acouri who brought together designer Luca Nichetto and fashion consultant Milena Laquale to lead the brand. Distinguished by evocative, modern designs for indoor and outdoor decors, their collections feature renowned designers and studios like Oki Sato, Emma Boomkamp, Noé Duchaufour, and Marco Dessí among others to express their creative vision.

In the early 20th century, Brianza - once a district on the outskirts of Milan with strong agricultural roots - began to emerge as a hub for drawing and cabinet-making schools. To this day, Brianza is internationally renowned for being the heart of Italian furniture-making production, a tradition rooted in artisan know-how workshops wherein each piece is meticulously handcrafted. Brianza is where it all started for Andrea Colico, who started to craft his beloved and original chairs in a little space obtained from a courtyard in the small town of Cabiate in 1920.

Founded in Biella, the capital of Italian luxury fabrics located in the foothills of the Alps, Alonpi is a worldwide leading Cashmere brand that merges the latest technology trends with century-old crafting techniques. Alfredo Magliola and Gian Pietro Tonel design luxurious home decor and ready-to-wear pieces marked by unparalleled quality and sophistication.