Portland Design Reporter Damon Johnstun Will the 63rd edition of cover Mobile SalonThe prestigious equipment and design show from April 8th to 13th in Fiera Milano RHO in Milan, Italy. The trends and products that debut last year during the Milan design week are now in exhibition rooms. Here is a look at what Johnstun calls so much Divani, Baxter and Carpanese Home shape the future of furniture design.
The design community of Portland may be familiar with prominent Italian furniture brands such as B&B Italia or Cappellini. A trio of brands under the radar-living divani, baxter and carpanese home defines luxurious furniture with their unique mixtures of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary innovations.
These companies not only produce state -of -the -art designs, but also promote the next generation of design talents and offer the Portlander exciting opportunities to explore.
The Living Divani, founded in 1969 by Renata Pozzoli and Luigi Bedenti, is at the top under the creative direction of Piero Lissoni, who has been at the top since 1988. Known for its minimalist design language and a flawless craft that produces Living Divani, which are both sophisticated and functional.
Carola Besteti, the daughter of the founders, has significantly involved in leading the brand's international growth and building relationships with emerging designers. Her vision has led to Living Divani working with a variety of talents and ensuring that the company remains at the head of contemporary design and at the same time remains true to its minimalist roots.
One of these aspiring stars is Leonardo Talarico, who throws an elegant simplicity into the collection of Divanis. Its Segno -Umbrella stand is a striking example of its minimalist approach. The roof stand was designed with a single, continuous form and has a slim, sculptural quality, which is both functional and artistic, a embodiment of Divanis Ethos.
In addition, Giacomo Moor has contributed to Woodcraft with the half -square shelf unit, which brings the geometric precision into harmony with craftsmanship. Moor's designs combine practical functions with an appreciation of materials, especially wood to create timeless, modern pieces.
Francesca Lanzavecchia, another talented designer who is connected to Living Divani, gives her pebble stick an ergonomic and playful note. Inspired by the organic forms of natural pebbles, the chair combines a soft, rounded aesthetics with functional comfort, which is perfect for both home and public spaces.
Baxter was founded in 1990 and is best known for its luxurious use of leather and increases the material into a medium for artistic expression. The brand works with renowned designers to create pieces that are about texture and material as in the form of shape. Each Baxter product is a love work that is ready with meticulous handmade techniques that give it a rich, tactile quality.
One of the most important talents that drive Baxter's innovation is Federico Peri, whose mixed cabinet system has become an outstanding piece for the brand. The mixed system combines wood, glass and leather in a modular design and shows Peris ability to mix traditional craftsmanship with contemporary functionality. This system enables flexible configurations at the same time an elegant, coherent aesthetics, a signature from Baxter's unique approach to furniture design.
In addition, Draga & Aurel are waves for Baxter, a design duo that is known for their avant-garde use of materials and bold design statements such as the Barret armchair and the Juno Couch table made of concrete with daring, sculptural shapes. The Arles Mirror, another iconic piece, has a mixed metal surface and a sophisticated patina that reflects the duo's talent for creating striking, artistic pieces.
Baxter's commitment to high -quality craftsmanship, especially with leather, is supplemented by the commitment to sustainability. The company's environmentally conscious leather and production methods ensure that their pieces are as environmentally friendly as visually breathtaking.
Carpanese Home was founded in 1990 by the Bellani family and initially made a name for itself with the production of classic Italian furniture that has committed itself to exceptional craftsmanship and luxurious materials. Over the years, the company has developed into a symbol of refined elegance and combined tradition with innovation. Today, the family-run company is still an integral part of the Italian luxury furniture landscape and offers high-end pieces that reflect their commitment to quality.
A license plate of the Carpanese house is the use of premium materials, including fabrics from Ermenegildo Zegna, a name that has synonym for luxury textiles. These first -class materials are carefully selected to reflect the emphasis on the brand on sophistication and craftsmanship. Regardless of whether it is rich, handmade forests, marble or Zegnas legendary textiles, every piece of Carpanese Home speaks for a legacy of luxury.
Recently, the appointment of Federico Peri as creative director inhaled the Carpanese house a new life. Peri is known for its architectural construction approach and has revived the brand by steering it on a contemporary aesthetics and at the same time preserving its roots in Italian craft. His focus is not on an individual product design, but on the redesign of the creative direction of the brand. Under his leadership, Carpanese Home has accepted leaner forms, innovative materials and a new feeling of elegance that appeals to a modern audience.
Despite their unique identities, living Divani, Baxter and Carpanese Home have some important values. All three brands emphasize the nursing designers and give young talents such as Talarico, Moor and LanzaveCchia a platform to demonstrate their innovative designs. These brands endeavor to support a new generation of designers, exceed borders and at the same time keep an appreciation for traditional craftsmanship.
Sustainability is another central principle of every brand. Baxter leads with its environmentally conscious leather and procurement practices, while Divani prioritizes durability and quality to ensure that his furniture passes the test of the time. Carpanese Home under Peris Head emphasizes responsible production practices and ensures that their luxurious pieces are both beautiful and sustainable.
While the design community continues to grow from Portland, brands such as Living Divani, Baxter and Carpanese Home offer exciting new options for those who want to bring Italian craftsmanship into their rooms. Regardless of whether it is the refined minimalism of Divanis, Baxter's courageous art or the renewed elegance of Carpanese Home, these brands represent the leader of the Italian design.
Her commitment to promoting new talents and prioritization of sustainability allows you to take off in the crowded area of luxury furniture. These brands offer furniture that exceed trends for those in Portland that evaluate high -quality craftsmanship, innovative design and ethical production.
Where can these Italian brands buy in Portland:
Living Divani is available in the information interior and shows minimalist luxury.
Baxter is modern in terms of range and hive and offers brave, artistic leather creations.
Carpanese Home is available for special designs via Hive Modern with modern elegance.
– Damon Johnstun