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Born in La Spezia in 1939, Pesce spent his life crossing geographic boundaries, living in Helsinki and Paris before finally settling in New York in 1980. His tireless curiosity and artistic vigor led him to transform the realms of art, design, and architecture over more than six decades. Despite health difficulties in recent years – […]

This year, this vision finds a surprising incarnation under the title “no time no space”. The theme borrows the words from Franco Battiato’s famous song and marks a step towards the unknown, towards new artistic horizons. The variety of pieces on display is remarkable, with works from 178 galleries from 28 countries. Alongside the consolidated […]

Oriental motifs, renaissance fountains, herons, giraffes and ostriches combine in a kaleidoscope of colourful images: these are the new Souvenirs de Voyage wallpapers created by Simone Guidarelli, an eclectic creative figure at ease in several fields, from fashion to design. Exclusively produced by Officinarkitectura and handmade in the Eco version in cellulose and PVC free, […]

At the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, three intense days on the theme of hospitality. From 30 April to 2 May 2024, HD Expo + Conference is back as an attraction for contract operators, in an event packed with discussions, updates, trends, training and previews. The roster already includes over 700 producers covering […]

After the goal reached in May 2023 with the listing on Euronext Milan and the entrance with a prominent role of Tamburi Investment Partners S.p.A., the Italian Design Brands group definitively transforms and presents itself on the high-end market as Dexelance. New are the name – meant as a synthesis of design, excellence, elegance – […]

From 16 to 21 April, at Spazio Maiocchi, it will be possible to visit 100R, the exhibition developed by the Norwegian company Hydro, a worldwide leader in the sector of aluminium and renewable energy. The brand has been in operation since 1905, and thanks to Hydro Extrusions it can rely on the world’s largest extruder, […]

DATA SHEET Client: Rosewood Hotel GroupRestoration and construction: Hilmer Sattler Architekten Ahlers AlbrechtInterior design: Tara Bernerd & PartnersInterior Design ristorante e bar: DiPPOLDProcurement: FEURING Hotel Development EuropaBathrooms: Apaiser, Laufen, Duravit Hansgrohe, Gessi, BetteFritzroy of London, Villeroy & Boch, Jee-OFurniture: bespoke designed by Tara Bernerd & Partners; Artisan. B&B Italia, Brabbu, Baxter, Classicon, Desiree, Gallotti & […]

The figure of the designer/entrepreneur, as you are, has illustrious precedents in the history of Italian design. How was your company born? I was 22 years old and had just finished my studies. Although I had a passion for mathematics, I started out as a mechanical designer: I started my own company and at the […]

The aluminum structure of Pavilion H stands out for its lightness and brightness. The wide range of options for the cover (waterproof, aluminum, wood, etc.) and for the side panels (fixed or sliding, in various materials) allows for 360° customization. The structure is enhanced by various light models for lighting and a wide choice of […]

With a strong reference to the imperfection celebrated by Japanese aesthetics, the collection revolves around the idea that objects gain personality over time and through wear. Basing on this concept, the fabric collection introduces four new textures – Kikko, Arigato, Paper Crane, and Sake Stripe – and 19 new color variations inspired by nature.  The […]

As an artist with a long-standing focus on ecological issues, Tomás Saraceno, born in Argentina and based in Berlin, combines the qualities of a visionary artist and a maverick scientist. His large-scale solo exhibition, “Complementarities” debuted at the Red Brick Art Museum on March 22. Curated by Yan Shijie, the exhibition will showcase nearly a […]

“With so many outstanding entries, selecting only 11 winners proved to be a challenging task for the judges of MIPIM Awards.” MIPIM Awards Jury Chairman, François Trausch, said: “It’s been truly inspirational to review the 209 project proposals from 39 countries. This year the theme of transformation has been particularly strong. Reimagining existing buildings into […]

Talenti captivates with its “en plein air” fascination, the outdoor spaces of Masseria AuraTerrae, a conservative recovery project that morphed an ancient farmhouse into a sustainable oasis of well-being. The work was carried out by Interior Designer and Landscape Bepi Povia, together with architects Giuseppe Domenico Sabatelli and Lucia Intini, in collaboration with the owners, […]

DATA SHEET Client/Owner: Quinta Montes Molina property Architectural design: MATERIA – Architect Gustavo Carmona Lighting Design: Luca Salas Landscaping: Gustavo Carmona + Molino Lab + Jarde Contractor: Opresa Photo Credits: Jaime Navarro The Quinta Montes Molina villa was built in 1906 and immediately set itself apart as an architectural icon and emblem of the Paseo […]

A qualitative analysis we recently carried out reveals a vision of the lighting sector that is undergoing profound change. A change that has been underway for some time, both in terms of design and production, distribution and market relations, B2B and B2C, as well as marketing and communication within the sector itself. We discussed with […]

Tradition sublimes with the vanguard, the artisanality of Made in Italy meets the creativity and innovation of contemporary designers. The creative process of Penta is characterized by these premises, with the aim of using light as a new expressive and communicative language. Every detail is taken care of with extreme rigour, the experimentation in the […]

Let’s start with a quote from Le Corbusier: “Architecture is the skilful, rigorous and magnificent play of volumes under light”. And of course it’s good. For a photographer who has shot so many interiors, houses, architecture, what is light? It is what gives form. As Le Corbusier says. In the case of lamps, there is […]

MC+ Design Studio in Los Angeles is an epicentre of creativity led by Mattia Biagi, artist and designer, and Cardenio Petrucci, product designer and creative director. The two have recently opened a space, MC+ Gallery, which features several of their designs. Creating an atmosphere that represents Biagi and Petrucci’s imagination, the space is a seamless […]

With a focus on young designers and an expected attendance of over 40,000 visitors, the second edition of Porta Venezia Design District is inspired by the multidisciplinary thought of graphic designer Paul Rand: “Everything is design. Design is the method of bringing together form and content. Design, like art, has multiple definitions; there is no […]

It appears to be born from a mistake, a design flaw. But every detail has been masterfully studied by AMDL Circle and realised by the expertise of Mara. The distinctive feature of the new Typo chair is in fact the “curl” that arises from the bending of the square-section steel tube of the frame. Redefining […]