In a small workshop on the outskirts of Florence, a family-run firm produces much of our metalwork, including solid brass bathroom fittings, cabinet hardware and lighting. The business was founded in 1967 and is now led by the founder's son, Alberto, who began learning the trade at the age of twelve before formally joining his father as an apprentice in 1985.

Originally focused on metal polishing, Alberto expanded the workshop’s expertise into welding, fabrication, finishing and more complex furnishings — skills that yield elegantly crafted pieces, often with an interesting decorative flourish. From our Classic and Moderna collections to the wall lights and hardware, every component is traditionally crafted in-house by the workshop, now a small team of three, or by specialists in nearby Florence.

The process begins with raw brass sheets or rods, which pass through multiple hands before emerging as finished products. Casting takes place off-site, where molten metal is poured into moulds — some are drawn from antique European references, while others are developed for bespoke commissions. It’s a process that gives the team the flexibility to create a truly diverse range of decorative handles, pulls, studs, and lighting.

Other brass elements are crafted on-site, through a process of machining (in which solid blocks of metal are precisely carved to create intricate components) or fabrication (where components are built by cutting, bending and assembling raw materials). For clients wanting a Nickel or Chrome finish, pieces are electroplated locally. Regardless of the finish chosen, each piece is still hand-polished before leaving the workshop. The team also specialise in ageing and finishing, giving pieces a time-worn patina normally achieved only after years of use.

There are eleven metal finishes available for plating, including living finishes that will continue to react with air, oils and handling to develop a further patina. The completed pieces boast a satisfying weight that speaks to their heirloom quality. Yet for all the precision and seriousness of the work, Alberto retains a sense of whimsy — known for his distinctive paper hats that change aesthetic depending on whatever paper is available that day.