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The acquisition of KJ Ryan by Poltrona Frau, the historic Italian design brand belonging to the Haworth Lifestyle group, opens a new chapter in the luxury car interiors sector and marks the brand’s expansion into the British market, one of the most important in the world for high-end cars. With an expected turnover of 120 […]

In recent months there have been two news items that seem to be only vaguely connected, but actually have many points of contact (starting with the protagonist, the luxury powerhouse Kering). First: in Milan Kering has acquired a building on Via Monte Napoleone for 1.3 billion euros. The total floorspace, according to reports from indealista.it, […]

With the 33rd Olympic Games in Paris just around the corner (26 July – 11 August), CONI (the Italian Olympic Committee, ed.) has chosen an iconic building to welcome the athletes and guests of the Italia Team: Le Pré Catelan. The structure, in Napoleon III style and located in the Bois de Boulogne not far […]

Design wants to get beyond the form/function dyad in the products that inhabit our everyday world. They become our traveling companions, and are thus transformed: lamps light up our thoughts, tables become element that nurture convivial pleasures. And more. In this iteration of 3daysofdesign, concluding on 14 June, on stage we saw an approach to […]

Zanotta, an icon of Italian design, celebrates its 70th anniversary with the opening of its new flagship store in Paris, prestigiously located on Boulevard St. Germain in the vibrant district of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. This store spreads over two floors and covers 180 square meters, offering a showroom divided into large areas that display both new collections […]

DATA SHEET Owner: IRET DevelopmentDeveloper: Johan Van LaerHotel operator: LHWArchitectural design: AIDarchitecten Interior design: Maryse Odeurs & Rebecca VerstraeteLandscape design: Guy Stockmans (Linears)Furnishings: Vincent Sheppard, izé (lever handles), Steel Worx, The Silk Road CollectionSpa suppliers: Dauwco – Francis Dauwe, SPA4, Technogym, SuitUpNow, De Witte Lietaer, RKFLuxury Linen, Concept (Shiji Group), Dormakaba, MyLife Changer, PhysiodermieLightings: DexterBathrooms: Duscholux, […]

Carrying forward the legacy of three generations of skilled blacksmiths, Albino Celato founded De Castelli in 2003. From the outset, the brand has been recognized for its ability to integrate design into metalworking. Today, with a production approach that combines craftsmanship with advanced technology and design, De Castelli continues to explore new frontiers. Steel and […]

In the realm of design, where functionality embraces artistry, a compelling narrative is emerging – one that celebrates the delicate balance between custom-made pieces and carefully curated existing designs. This dialogue transcends mere aesthetics – it’s about crafting spaces with a unique identity, seamless functionality, and enduring appeal.  An Italian architect and designer known for […]

In the exhibition Aware, visitors experience how architecture is a spatial art that appeals to our senses, how architecture is not only a technical discipline, but also an artistic form of expression that can inspire wonder, reflection, and connection between people. Space can create excitement, awe, pause, contemplation, and can inspire new and unexpected relationships […]

Furnishing with appliances. Though once unthinkable, today this is a concrete and feasible trend, thanks to the innovative solutions of Signature Kitchen Suite, which combines the most advanced technology with refined aesthetics, for a 360-degree approach to interiors. The premium built-in appliance brand, part of the LG Electronics group, has forged beyond traditional concepts in […]

Translating creative thinking into practice requires a capacity for deep analytical interpretation, great expertise and lots of originality. All in equal parts. This is what the company Stipa has been doing for 60 years, a case of all-Italian excellence in the production of spaces for contract projects. A process of synergy between the idea and […]

With the recent opening of a new showroom in India, located inside the prestigious and brand new Molto Bello Furniture Luxury Mall in Surat, Fiam Italia racks up two achievements: it enters the premium ranks of the Indian market for design, while opening its largest showroom on a worldwide scale. The 700 sqm space, formulated […]

The latest outdoor project from Kettal – the Pavilion V designed by Vincent Van Duysen – reflects the latest trend in design for the open air: that of creating continuity between indoor and outdoor spaces, accentuating the connection between people and the surrounding environment. A company located just a few kilometers from Barcelona and specialized […]

Extending over 650 sqm, villa Solace is one of the largest houses in the Desert Mountain residential complex in the Sonoran desert in Arizona. Having undergone a complete restyling of its interior spaces by the prestigious JSF Design Inc. studio, this private dwelling ‘expresses itself’ through gentle curves and now with tones that are in […]

Designed by the studio Marco Piva, Hotel La Suite at Matera demonstrates the all-round design skills of the brand Natuzzi Italia, who created a range of custom-made furniture for a new five-star hotel situated in the heart of the city. Opened in the summer of 2019, the Hotel is a building the evokes the Italian […]

DATA SHEET Hotel operator: Park HyattInterior design: Conran and PartnersFurnishings: bespoke designed by Conran and Partners or crafted by Indonesian-based furniture supplier, Saniharto, using native timbers and materials from the regionPhoto credits: Himawan Sutanto and Martin Westlake Every project is conceived individually. This is a foundation shared by Park Hyatt, an international hospitality brand, and […]

It made its debut on the international stage during the latest Milano Design Week, immediately displaying a strong, structured identity with deep roots. Amphora, the neo-brand generated by the entrepreneurial flair of the Ponsi siblings – Rocco, Silvia and Fabio – relies on this family’s expertise: 90 years of knowledge and productive heritage in the […]

In Chicago, the legacy of Frank Lloyd Wright is everywhere. The magnificent Rookery Light Court, originally designed by Burnham and Root and redesigned by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1905. The Unity Temple, a Unitarian Universalist church that has been active for over 100 years and is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. And then the […]

Three days, one place. Just enough to stage the biggest news from American and international brands specializing in the workplace and commercial sector. This is NeoCon, an event that, from June 10th to 12th, enlivened Chicago from the central location of The Mart, the iconic building that, for the occasion, opened its numerous interior and […]

Chicago is an extremely dynamic city, both commercially and culturally, and a meeting point between East and West, Canada and the United States: Chicago is a strategic destination for international design. This is evidenced by the various retail openings that have recently invigorated the city. Brands such as Prostoria, Arper, and Maharam have opened new […]