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new trends, be original and try in our little field to be some kind
of disruptive”, enlightened Carlo Donati. His constant research for
new material solutions and the attention for the chromatic palette is
what makes his design projects so exclusive.
Besides creating unique interior design projects, the Carlo Donati
studio entered the world of furniture design production with the
presentations of two incredible collections: “Reloaded” collection and
another one that was the result of the exclusive partnership with the
renowned Italian artist Petrus. Both of these designs were introduced
at Fuorisalone Milan 2018 and 2019, respectively. Currently, they are
working with a brand-new collection for the famous European mid-
century modern design brands, Essential Home and DelightFULL.
Passionate about the lines of the mid-century design lines, Carlo
Donati believes that this era was the period of time period where
elegance and lightness were reference points, so the inspiration
for his new furniture collection wasn’t hard to find. “I absolutely
believe that it will be a fundamental reference in the luxury
design since we’re talking about timeless elegance.” For the Italian
designer, Essential Home is a brand that combines the Portuguese
craftsmanship culture with a contemporary style.
For those of you who don’t know, Portuguese craftmanship has a well-
known old tradition specially in relation with cork that is a light and
resistant material and moreover an example of recyclable and sustainable
energy. The hand-painted ceramic tiles and textile manufacturing are also
a huge part of the country’s artistic culture.
The Italian designer has grown up surrounded with one of the world’s
best craftsmanship culture, so with this brand-new furniture collection
Carlo Donati could combine two of his many passions: craftsmanship
and a modern approach of the mid-century style. “Designing for Essential
Home is a challenge I took up with enthusiasm because it gives me the
opportunity to work on one of my favourite styles and moods which is the
mid-century modern reloaded with new cues and materials”, he explained.
According to Donati, this partnership was the perfect opportunity
to combine great tradition of the master artisans, through the finest
Portuguese craftsmanship culture, with a more Mediterranean mood. His
main goal with this mid-century collection was to introduce “lightness,
sixties patterns, some kind of ‘joie de vivre’- very Italian. Like the
atmosphere in ‘La dolce vita’ -Federico Fellini’s masterpiece.” This is might
be one of the most memorable collections ever created by the amazing
Carlo Donati, don’t you think?
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