The Artisans

Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH ("GTV") is part of the Viennese-style furniture tradition. It has re-edited a series of Viennese-style classic pieces, created by Michael Thonet and his five sons, and has been making exquisite objects that harmoniously combine functionality and elegance. Also collaborating with world-renowned designers, GTV continues to create new pieces, while revisiting iconic designs, such as the famous chair n.14, the “coffee house chair” with its bent beech wood backrest. Its pieces are distinguished by the WIENER GTV DESIGN trademark.

Founded in 1968 as a company specialized in selling marble and granite blocks, MGM has launched its first Design Collection in 2018. These exquisite furniture pieces are crafted using the finest raw materials and shaped by the creativity of leading Italian designers. Based in Mariano Comense, near Como, MGM carries out each step of production in-house, combining traditional methods handed down from generation to generation with innovative crafting techniques.

After acquiring experience working as a craftsman for other brands, Dal Furlo started his own company with the desire to freely create and experiment. His objects of functional décor are striking works of art made to order and crafted entirely by hand. Combining traditional methods and new techniques, and inspired by the strength and elegance of nature, Dal Furlo uses various metals to shape his ideas, helped by the power of fire, an element that gives new life to raw materials.

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.

Nunzia Ponsillo is a designer and artist who lives in the Republic of San Marino. After obtaining a degree in industrial design and a master in product design, in 2018 she established her studio, where each creation is conceived, planned, and crafted with the outmost attention to detail. The harmonious mix of contrasting volumes, the influence of other cultures, and a constant research of materials are the distinctive traits of her expressive and evocative pieces.

Carlo Ginori started manufacturing porcelain pieces in 1735 in his workshop in Doccia, Tuscany, setting the benchmark for luxury home décor products ever since. This prestigious company was run by the same family until 1896, when it was acquired by Richard of Milan and the brand was created. Richard Ginori remains the quintessential maker of sophisticated porcelain pieces and demonstrates the ability to reinterpret its iconic history through collaborations with important designers and artists, like Gio Ponti. Our customers favorites: Richard Ginori vases.

For 90 years, Bugatti proposals have been distinguished by the unique style in which high technology blends with Italian taste for shapes and details; links with the territory and craft tradition live together with the eyes open to the contemporary world and its values; from experience sharing to environmental sustainability. Owing to the contribution of a large team of draughtsmen and designers, Bugatti produces small and large treasures for the home that interpret changing desires and enrich life’s habits and environments.

Founded by Giorgio La Corte and Carlo Rodriguez in 2014, Forma & Cemento is a luxury décor brand renowned for its distinctive transformation of materials to reveal a light and minimalist style. Forma&Cemento designs furnishings for both indoor and outdoor spaces, with a mission to render unconventional materials into prized works of functional décor. Their distinct hand-craftsmanship and innovative techniques further elevate the allure of these sculptural pieces that can be personalized by choosing from selected colors.

Marzia Boaglio is an innovative interior design firm specializing in intriguing furnishings and accent pieces for the modern home. Boaglio identifies as a “StoryArtDesigner”, a title which reflects her innate ability to take a raw material and transform it into an elegant work of art with a story that recalls the past and embodies the future. Her timeless pieces strike a balance between modern aesthetic and traditional craftsmanship, resulting in objects with a high visual and aesthetic impact.

Coralla Maiuri is an artist who lives in Milan and Rome and whose work has been exhibited around the world. Resulting from experimentations with various materials, her ceramic and porcelain creations are inspired by her passion for nature and are crafted and decorated by hand. Her vases and jars create dynamic universes, while her collections of china comprise six series inspired by Roman Renaissance and Baroque styles, named after the six rooms in Villa Borghese Gallery in Rome.

At the turn of the 1920s, Carlo Boffi became famous for being one of the best chair carvers in Brianza, the cabinetmaking district near Milan. Federico, Roberto, and Michele Boffi, the second generation of family craftsmen, took over the business in 1953. Today, thanks to its exquisite crafting tradition and the collaborations with famous designers, Fratelli Boffi is an established company that produces unique pieces for prestigious interiors, both private and contract, combining the finest materials and finishes with playful designs.

Mason Editions is a luxury interior design brand geared towards a sophisticated clientele and designed for a sustainable lifestyle. Founded by Fabio Mason, furnishing accessories, accent pieces, and light fixtures, Mason Editions' first collection embodies linearity and timeless geometry. Suitable for all environments, each piece focuses on novel design concepts that embrace material contrasts and essential forms.

Embodying the art of weaving, this brand started in the ‘50s in Mogliano, a small town in the Marche region, where Luigi Maurizi opened a workshop of handcrafted wicker products. In the ‘70s his son Giuseppe took over and in the ‘90s the current brand identity started taking shape, with the creation of outdoor sophisticated pieces crafted of synthetic fibers for maximum durability. Still preserving its values of exquisite craftsmanship and elegant design, Braid has become a protagonist in outdoor furniture production.

The Sergio Villa brand houses a workshop located in the heart of Brianza, the famous cabinet-making district near Milan. Sergio Villa’s furniture collection boasts bold pieces that merge traditional design and contemporary functionality for a timeless and eclectic effect. Sergio Villa has a sartorial approach to fashioning its creations, distinctive for their exquisite craftsmanship, elegant finishes, and unique color combinations.

The first Galimberti workshop was opened in Brianza, the renowned cabinetmaking district near Milan, at the end of the 19th century. The current company started in the ‘60s, thanks to Nino Galimberti. Today his sons Carlo, Luciano, and Roberta are responsible for the expansion of the brand in Italy and abroad. Combining crafting tradition and technological innovation, and balancing classic and contemporary style, these timeless and luxurious pieces, made using high quality materials, are meant to last a lifetime.

Established in 1982, Pacini & Cappellini specializes in furniture and home décor objects inspired by the love for the home, intended as the place where everyday life becomes an important part of a person’s wellbeing. Now managed by the founders’ sons and nephews, Luigi, Roberto, Moreno, and Giorgio, this company keeps its traditional values in mind and produces high-quality pieces using new technologies with the contribution of a valuable team of designers.

William Pianta was already an established lighting designer, when in 2009 he founded Nahoor, which in Aramaic means “origin of light”. Combining great Italian traditions, new methods of production, and his personal aesthetic, Pianta designs contemporary pieces distinctive for their iconic shapes, essential silhouettes, and refined materials. Each lamp is unique, crafted and finished by the hands of skilled artisans, aided by the most advanced technologies under Pianta’s creative direction.

Foglizzo is a global leader in the leather-making industry. Established in 1921, it specializes in bespoke leather, working on exclusive projects for yachting, aviation, cars, and private residences. Every Foglizzo piece embodies a timeless elegance and is meticulously handmade by expert Italian artisans who utilize time-honored techniques to ensure precision and unparalleled quality. With an extensive range of custom details available, each product can be personalized to create a unique object and experience.

Born in Livorno, Tuscany, Elisabetta Ciuti studied architecture in Florence, and worked with Gregotti Associati in Milan. Her interests have brought her to branch out into interior design, fashion, and even the design of a therapeutic garden. Her work reflects her passion for unusual juxtapositions of materials, rigor, and asymmetry, combined in striking harmony.

Studio Lievito is an interior design firm founded in 2010 by artists Laura Passalacqua, Francesco Taviani and Jacopo Volpi. Based in Florence, Studio Lievito stands out for its ability to delicately reinvent and redefine modern production techniques using traditional crafting methods. Each piece is meticulously handmade: this “slow design” creates projects that subvert conventional decor norms by means of simple yet witty gestures and meticulous detailing.