When an Icon Changes: How Far Can a Historic Design Be Reinterpreted?
In the world of design, few questions are as fascinating as the ability of an icon to evolve over time. Some objects move across eras, cultural shifts and technological transformations while remaining instantly recognisable. Others, however, risk losing part of their identity when they are altered. The question, therefore, is not only why certain icons […]
Why Designing One Room at a Time Can Compromise the Final Result
When approaching the design of a home, it is natural to focus on individual rooms. The kitchen, living room, bedroom or bathroom are often treated as separate worlds, each with its own needs, functions and aesthetic characteristics. And yet, a home is not simply the sum of its rooms. Many projects that appear successful at […]
How to choose Furniture Designed to Outlast Trends
The question to ask is not “is this piece of furniture on trend?”, but rather “will it still make sense in this home in fifteen years’ time?”. In a landscape where trends change rapidly, true quality is revealed by an object’s ability to endure over time without losing coherence. The longevity of a piece of […]
A Well-Designed Home Should Evolve with the People Who Live in It
A high-quality home is not only one that stands the test of time, but one that can evolve with the people who live in it. Family life, work, habits and the way spaces are used all change: a well-designed interior should be able to accommodate these transformations without losing coherence, functionality or identity. Designing a […]
Panton Chair: When a Design Icon Remains Contemporary
Verner Panton e la ricerca di una nuova forma Negli anni Sessanta, Verner Panton inseguiva un’idea radicale: creare una seduta che fosse un tutt’uno, senza giunzioni, senza struttura, senza compromessi. La sua ricerca non era solo formale, ma culturale. Panton voleva liberare il design dai vincoli tradizionali, immaginando oggetti fluidi, dinamici, capaci di esprimere un nuovo modo […]
The Showroom as a Design Experience: Why Seeing Materials Changes Every Decision
In contemporary interior design, the showroom is not simply an exhibition space, but an integral tool within the design process. It allows materials, surfaces, furnishings and finishes to be observed at full scale, bringing together perception, technical quality and design intent. Digital tools are essential during the preliminary phase: they make it possible to explore […]
Why Some Homes Age Well—and Others Do Not
A home does not age simply because time passes. It ages well or poorly depending on the design decisions that have shaped its materials, proportions, light and construction quality. Some homes preserve their balance, functionality and value even after decades; others appear outdated after only a few years, despite being relatively recent. The difference does […]
Luxury Second Homes: How to Design Spaces That Stand the Test of Time
A luxury second home is not a “secondary” place. It is an asset, a space dedicated to wellbeing and an investment intended to retain its value over the years. Whether it is a coastal residence, a mountain retreat, a country home or an urban pied-à-terre, a second home requires a different design approach from a […]
The New Craftsmanship in Contemporary Interiors
The heart of contemporary design is once again beating to the rhythm of the human hand. Following Salone del Mobile 2026, an increasingly clear direction has emerged: a renewed focus on the quality of workmanship, construction precision and the culture of making. In contemporary design, the new craftsmanship does not represent a return to the […]
Material Drenching: When a Single Material Defines an Entire Interior
Contemporary interior design is gradually moving away from combining multiple materials in favour of a new concept of continuity. It is within this context that material drenching has emerged as one of the most compelling design trends of recent years, gaining further momentum through the standout installations showcased during Milan Design Week. Material drenching is a design approach […]