Italian Design
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Paola Lenti makes a case for colour confidence
At dedece Sydney, Anna Lenti introduced the Chromatic Alphabet, a new design tool intended to make architects and designers less hesitant about working with colour.
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Standout furniture launches from Milan Design Week 2026
From indoor-outdoor furniture systems and archival reissues to experimental lighting, circular materials and collectible surfaces, these launches captured Milan Design Week’s broader conversation around comfort, craft, longevity and atmosphere.
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Find precision with Poliform’s wardrobe systems
Poliform approaches wardrobes as a kind of architectural infrastructure within the home – modular systems, with highly-engineered fittings and a wide palette of finishes to allow for configurable, design-led solutions.
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From Milan to Melbourne – Dome’s Dazzling Decade
Superb design evokes an instinctive sensory response. Our eyes linger on lines and curves, our bodies lean towards the experience of touch, and our imaginations suggest scents of salty breezes, sun-warmed citrus or rich espresso.
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Lights, camera, craft and action
We caught up with Abramo Manfrotto, CEO of Venetian decorative lighting brand LEUCOS, during a visit to Australia with dedece.
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Familiar forms and new horizons with Arper’s outdoor expansion
Arper expands its outdoor offer by re-engineering some of its most recognisable indoor pieces for life outside.
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From curves to classics: Poliform’s top five icons
Poliform has mastered the art of seating that is both elegant and adaptable. These five designs highlight the balance between aesthetic impact and everyday ease.
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Designing for connection: The hospitality trends shaping a new age of commercial fit-out
Hospitality is evolving fast, demanding interiors that can flex as quickly as guest expectations. From modular seating to stackable silhouettes, Bowermans brings global design brands and local know-how to help designers shape spaces that perform as well as they inspire.
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Exhibitions and installations galore from Milan
Milan Design Week amounts to so much more than product launches, so here are a few installation and exhibition highlights that we stumbled across in 2025.
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Casa Ferrari in motion
As the cultural footprint of F1 expands, so too does the Ferrari presence beyond the track – and it’s taking the form of highly refined spaces of design.
Events
Shaping spaces in Milan with iGuzzini: Join us for our Salone del Mobile event!
Join us at Milan Design Week 2025 for an exclusive breakfast event in the heart of historic Brera with lighting experts, iGuzzini.
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La dolce vita finds a home at Cucina Regina
Tom Mark Henry deftly meld the grandeur of historic palazzos with contemporary whimsy at this Italian ristorante.
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Efficiency and patience are the key design ingredients for this delicious bakery
The art of baking is the star of the show at Baker D. Chirico, Brisbane, and it’s not the first time March Studio has partnered with the renowned bakery.
Ideas
HENRYTIMI: “An education of the mind towards history”
Milanese artisan Henry Timi celebrates natural materials through strikingly reduced geometric forms, creating a stripped-back vision of interior luxury.
Events
Anna Lenti on Paola Lenti’s new Australian collections
Paola Lenti recently unveiled its latest indoor and outdoor collections with dedece in Melbourne and in Sydney, where we sat down with Anna Lenti.
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The story of Molteni&C with Giulia Molteni
Alice Blackwood takes a stroll through Melbourne’s new Molteni&C flagship, with its head of marketing and communications and third-generation family member, Giulia Molteni.
Events
“We are not shy minimalists”: Boyac’s Colony collections
The Italian fabric and wallpaper powerhouse, Colony, produces elaborately beautiful collections that speak creatively to a rich tapestry of cultures, eras and interior styles.
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Pedrali Pavilion embraces nomadic architecture to celebrate 60 years of company history
Designed by AMDL CIRCLE and Michele De Lucchi, the Pedrali Pavilion and the exhibition “Pedrali60, we design a better future”, curated by Luca Molinari Studio, celebrate Pedrali’s past, present, and future.
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Paola Lenti and Francesco Rota – 25 years of collaboration
Paola Lenti, whose work is available in Australia through dedece, is in the top tier of contemporary designers and is celebrating a quarter-century of collaboration.
Finishes
Marazzi: Pioneering excellence in ceramic innovations and sustainability
From humble origins to global recognition, discover Marazzi’s illustrious journey of innovation, sustainability, and design excellence that has shaped the ceramic industry for decades.
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Design community bids farewell to Giuseppe and Maria Fanuli
With heavy hearts, the Fanuli family and design community bids farewell to Giuseppe and Maria Fanuli, the esteemed founders of Fanuli Furniture.
Furniture
Back in Australia by popular demand: The update from MDF Italia’s Frederik Billiau
MDF Italia is now on the floor and displayed to best advantage at Bachli — and every product is an example of beautiful minimal design at its best. Jan Henderson speaks with MDF Italia’s CEO, Frederik Billau.
Events
Calling all visitors to this year’s Salone del Mobile
The team across Indesign is filling the calendar with events in preparation for the year’s biggest international design fair, but the most important question – will we see you there? Let us know!
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Lose yourself inside a labyrinth of high fashion and immersive design
Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum hosts the latest Gucci Garden iteration. It’s an immersive experience bringing together fashion, design, psychology and pop culture in a multisensory walk-through exhibition.
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Theatrical architecture: Why Baroque design still holds influence around the globe
Baroque architecture is an extravagant design movement which swept through Europe across the 17th century
Furniture
From the archives: 8 fresh iterations of Acerbis furniture
Francesco Meda and David Lopez Quincoces invigorate the future of design at Acerbis through the Remasters collection.
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Eternal summer: The best of al fresco living
As the summer season inches closer and closer, Pedrali invites you to immerse yourselves in the magic of the outdoors with great design.
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A sinuous masterpiece, inspired by the majestic qualities of the butterfly
The Butterfly Table by Cattelan Italia is an architectural masterpiece, designed to bring magic to the modern dining experience.
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A sight to behold: The magic of expressive lighting
In a magical lighting installation designed by STUDIOX3, Stylecraft extends their European offering with an exciting new collaboration with Italian powerhouse, Artemide.
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Manerba’s new collection makes places we work ‘A Place to Live’
James Richardson Furniture presents Manerba’s latest collection: an eclectic, sculptural collection of 12 pieces to inject a sense of life and wellbeing into the modern workplace.
Furniture
Leon’s Place: A hidden oasis in the heart of the Eternal City
A magical, boutique hotel by Planetaria Hotels, Leon’s Place is an enchanting symphony of beautiful design both old and new.
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The Indesign Edit: The Icons Of B&B Italia From SPACE Furniture
B&B Italia: The Era Of Authenticity, Tradition And Innovation. SPACE Furniture Singapore welcomes remarkable collections from B&B Italia, from the new releases to the reborn of an icon. Explore the timeless brand on The Indesign Edit.
People
How the Manerba sisters make the workplace go ’round
In today’s workplace where social and activity-based work spaces take precedence, Elisa and Grazia Manerba are curators of ‘exchange’.
Furniture
8 design pieces that marry innovation with tradition
Lema’s portfolio of living, dining, and storage collections make great additions to residential, workplace and hospitality projects.
Furniture
Baxter: The newest addition to the Space Furniture catalogue
Available now at Space Furniture, Baxter’s range of furniture pieces are an emulsion of beauty, modernist aesthetic and traditional craftsmanship.
Articles
Tyron Collection a Testament to Cattelan’s Skillset
Designed by Italian icon Paolo Cattelan, the Tyron Collection is a one-of-a-kind way to put the finish touch on a living space.
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Classical, yet avant-garde: La Salita and Viccarbe welcome you to the Mediterranean
Designed by Piero Lissoni for Viccarbe, the Season Chair embraces diners in for a culinary experience that unifies Mediterranean design and a daring epicurean journey.
News
Unexpected forms, dreamy landscapes and powerful tones: Inspiring design products for the new year
Get excited and find your inspiration. Here are some of our favourite and fantastical design pieces from the colour wheel and beyond to welcome another year of great design.
Events
Edra: World-class Italian design arrives in Singapore
Tuscany founded and world famous design brand Edra has finally arrived on Singapore’s shores, thanks to the keen eyed design experts at Space Furniture.
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New bookcases showcasing the beauty of Italian craftsmanship
From Cattelan Italia comes two new bookcases that honour the rich history of Italian design, and pay tribute to the premium materials of their composition.
People
Meet Formafantasma: Shape Shifters in Design
Simone Farresin and Andrea Trimarchi, the Italian design duo who comprise Formafantasma, have been challenging notions of what design can be for over a decade.
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Italian-Born Arflex Finds A Second Home At Space Furniture
Arflex has a long and proud history as one of Italy’s foremost furniture design and manufacture companies yet the latest chapter in its story takes place on Australian soil.
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New ideas in a pastel-toned world with Pedrali
Italian furniture brand, transports us to the vibrant, colourful wonderland of New Ideas 2020: the product collection with an exciting, expressive soul.
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Romeo: Elegance for everyday life
Furniture brand, Flexform champions Italian craftsmanship, distinct charm and a symphony of exquisite materiality with Romeo – the new lounging system by Antonio Citterio.
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Sophisticated simplicity meets exquisite craftsmanship with Romeo
Furniture brand, Flexform champions Italian craftsmanship, distinct charm and a symphony of exquisite materiality with Romeo – the new lounging system by Antonio Citterio.
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A tribute to the masters of Italian design
“Family is paramount; it is a priceless legacy of resources, inspiration and expertise.” Across the generations, Flexform SpA embodies their company values into forward-thinking, timeless and human-centric products. In 2020, their new Outdoor Collection is no different.
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A tribute to the masters of Italian design
“Family is paramount; it is a priceless legacy of resources, inspiration and expertise.” Across the generations, Flexform SpA embodies their company values into forward-thinking, timeless and human-centric products. In 2020, their new Outdoor Collection is no different.
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Bringing Italian opulence and heritage into the home
Family-owned brand, Cattelan Italia continues to redefine the art of living with evocative, graceful and refined Italian furniture for 41 years and counting.
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Casa 3000 welcomes you home with a picturesque fairy tale
Set against the wild landscape of the Portuguese region of Alentejo in Alcácer do Sal, Italian furniture brand Pedrali tells the captivating story of #Pedralitales at Casa 3000.
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Casa 3000 welcomes you home with a picturesque fairy tale
Set against the wild landscape of the Portuguese region of Alentejo in Alcácer do Sal, Italian furniture brand Pedrali tells the captivating story of #Pedralitales at Casa 3000.
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Suiseki – lounges inspired by Japanese stones
Inspired by the Japanese rocks that bear their name, the Suiseki collection from laCividina find the beauty in spontaneous, harmonious lack of alignment.
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The masculine charm of the Stanford collection
From Poliform and designer Jean-Marie Massaud comes the Stanford collection – a clean and clear chair range for discerning tastes and contemporary interior spaces.
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The striking form and comfort of the Pola Round collection
From Italy’s Crassevig comes the Pola Round seating collection – a beguiling simple range designed to impress and relax.
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Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Doll chair
The Doll chair collection was Emilio Nanni’s first project for Billiani, and ten years on it’s as charming and popular as ever, and now available in a new finish.
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Pedrali and the importance of sustainable design
As the design community evolves and changes, sustainable design has become an increasingly vital part of the design process. For Pedrali, this is already standard practice.
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Unwrapping 125 years of Rogerseller with a huge sale!
In 2020, Rogerseller is 125 years young, and to celebrate the bathroom and kitchen experts are giving you a gift – a once in a lifetime sale with items up to 80% off!
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Café? Bistro? Wine bar? How Billiani’s design suit the many faces of Wilma Wunder
Enchilada Group’s Wilma Wunder restaurant chain takes on many faces, and the latest opening in Cologne is no exception. This is how Billiani’s design suits every occasion…
Events
Salone del Mobile.Milano Returns To Shanghai In November
China is the best-represented foreign country among visitors to the Salone del Mobile in Milan. The Shanghai edition returns with high visitor numbers anticipated.
Events
5 Mins With… Roberto Palomba!
Roberto Palomba, one of Italy’s most prolific designers, shares his view on heritage, sustainability, and handing over the world to the digital-native generation during Poltrona Frau’s Grand Asia Tour.
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Exploring the office with Poltrona Frau
Italian design house Poltrona Frau has over a century of design expertise, and thanks to Cult, this knowledge is available down under.
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Made in Italy with Midj
Italian furniture design and production is world-class. Midj brings together craft, creativity and technology to make outstanding products. We discover what makes this Italian brand unique.
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Pedrali’s modern office showcase at Orgatec
The narrative of the modern office has been explored in new ways through Pedrali’s new products premiered at Orgatec 2018.
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Dine alfresco with Artusi Built-In Barbecues
With the warmer months just around the corner, it’s time to start cooking and eating outdoors, and the built-in barbecues from Artusi are up to the task.
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Pedrali good ideas at Salone del Mobile 2018
For their 30th year at the event, Pedrali steals the show with products inspired by architecture, art and the theatre.
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How Drum chairs honour the legacy of wood design
The Drum collection from Italy’s Billiani is a chair range that is functional and beautiful – serving as a designer statement on the versatility and timeless charm of wood.
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Q&A with Monica Pedrali
The Pedrali name is synonymous with fine Italian design and manufacturing. Distributed by Business Interiors in Australia, the collection has been charming design lovers since its launch over 50 years ago. CEO Monica Pedrali explains why…
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Masters in Profile: Emilio Nanni
Italian design is full of master craftsmen and artisans, and when it comes to contemporary furniture, it’s impossible to ignore the master of Emilio Nanni.
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Gessi brings home therapy to Salone del Mobile
Gessi, manufactured in a single location in Vercelli Italy, embodies Italian design and the aesthetic and quality values that come with that label. At International Design Week 2018, the brand brought home therapy to design.
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Barazza – 50 years young at EuroCucina
In their 50th anniversary year, Barazza is still evolving and changing how we perceive the kitchen space. At EuroCucina this year, the brand’s latest products were out on show.
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#Pedraligoodideas at Salone del Mobile 2018
For their 30th year at the event, Pedrali steals the show with products inspired by architecture, art and the theatre.
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That’s Amore! : ILVE Brings Italy Downunder
For more than half a century ILVE has been bringing an Italian love of cooking to kitchens across the globe.