A Family's Passion for Furniture Craftsmanship

The story of Cattelan Italia unfolds as a chronicle of dedication, finesse and a quest for excellence. Founded in 1979 by husband and wife, Giorgio and Silvia Cattelan, the brand has gracefully evolved over time. Transforming from a modest family business into a global icon of style and quality. Nurtured by Silvia's cultured sensibilities and Giorgio’s entrepreneurial flair. Carried forward from his childhood steeped in the rich and earthy scents of wood shavings from his father's workshop. Laying the groundwork for a brand that has become synonymous with contemporary refinement, at the forefront of innovation, with a deep reverence for the integrity of materials.

Now guided by Giorgio’s son, Paolo, Cattelan Italia maintains its focus on beauty born from functionality. Marked by the brand’s fresh take on tradition through a decades long list of remarkable furniture. Crafted by a tight-knit community of Italian collaborators who bring these ‘Made in Italy’ creations to life. The ageless vigour of Italian style captured in every curve and line. Ensuring their pieces do more than fill spaces — they enrich them.

Crafting Elegance with Heart and Soul

At the core of Cattelan Italia's ethos is a fusion of modern design with enduring craftsmanship. More than a process, design is a narrative woven with the threads of heritage and contemporary sophistication. All handcrafted in Italy from design sketch to finished product.

Guided by the timeless vision of Giorgio Cattelan, the brand has always drawn inspiration from a wide variety of sources, including art, architecture, and the rich cultural tapestry of Italy. Not to mention the fluidity and grace of the natural world. A broad palette that’s grounded by solid design principles at every stage. Making bold creativity liveable. Starting with Giorgio’s distinctive marble and crystal tables that made the company’s name, leading right up to Paolo’s iconic creations from the last 10 years that have cemented the brand’s reputation in the 21st Century.

With its place now anchored in design history, Cattelan Italia is carrying on as it always has done. From the outset, Cattelan Italia embraced the challenge of bold abstraction and architectural exploration. Their furniture often seems to defy physics or upend expectations. Think Michaelangelo’s favourite marble atop a scorpion, or a butterfly’s wings supporting your next dinner party. Then there’s that brushed finish of theirs. Applied freehand by skilled artisans,this textured design lends industrial heft and artistic depth. Paolo Cattelan’s Sting Brushed Coffee Tables make fine examples. Their bronzed warmth and adaptability have won them many fans. Or Cattelan’s Pancho Coffee Table and Stool, inspired by the roughly hewn shape of precious minerals.

Being in tune with the present, honouring the past and looking to the future is all in a day’s work for Cattelan Italia. Their furniture extends beyond the physical. Shaping environments in ways that linger in the mind. From the high refinement of their Julian Dressers, the sculptural prowess of their Skorpio Keramik Tables or the playful embrace of their Rihanna Chairs. Each is a symphony of wood, ceramic, steel and leather. Marrying functionality with aesthetic splendour in ways that are never over-designed. An artful balance that has always set Cattelan Italia apart. Where opening the door to your home means stepping into a world of cherished memories and refined taste.

A Crucible of Global Design Talent

Cattelan Italia is where seasoned designers from across the globe strike a balance between innovation and functionality. A crucible of global design talent that is deeply rooted in the Italian traditions of precision and finesse. Making these collaborations the pulse of the brand — constantly injecting new life and setting the pace for future trends.

1. Andrea Lucatello: Born in Treviso in 1968, Lucatello is an industrial designer who truly blends sculpture and furniture. Starting with the Skorpio Table — an icon of the modern living room that is both powerful and playful. Or their Thriller Floor Lamp — adding a surreal touch to spaces with its cut-out dance of light and shadow akin to modern skyscrapers.

2. Archirivolto Design Studio: Claudio Dondoli and Marco Pocci are at the helm of this venerated studio based in Colle Val d'Elsa, the heart of Tuscany. The refined simplicity of their Daisy Chair makes for a light and breezy statement on sophistication.

3. Oriano Favaretto: Began his professional career in graphic design and was drawn to industrial design in the 1970s. Their longstanding passion for glass gifted us all with the Apollo Lamp — a dynamic composition of delicate globes that can be customised to enhance your room's material tones.

4. Lorenzo Remedi: A well-respected Italian product designer, Remedi is known for his attention to detail and use of high-quality materials. His designs often feature a playful use of geometry and contrasting materials, like the Cosmos Mirror. Captivating with a soft and fluid shape, it's made up of an irregularly contoured central part, a slightly lower frame and concave hammered surface. Lending the piece an air of intergalactic power and mystery.

5. Nucleo+: This Northern Italian collective has been changing the face of furniture and fashion since the 90s. Their first collaboration with Cattelan Italia resulted in the Butterfly Table, a piece that beautifully combines functional form and mathematical complexity.

7. Studio Kronos: An independent design firm that has worked with Cattelan Italia on several projects. Known for their playful use of geometry and form, creating unique and eye-catching pieces. Some of their notable works include the Billy family of modern coffee tables, the Planeta Suspension Lamp, Hawaii Mirrors, and the Yago Side Table.

8. Yasuhiro Shito: Yasuhiro Shito is a talented product designer based in Italy. He has collaborated with Cattelan Italia to create the Arena line of coffee tables. Their sinuous curves and layered materiality are popular around the world.

9. Alessio Bassan: Brilliant designer with an unconventional style. He collaborates with Cattelan Italia to create stunning, contemporary products that show incredible attention to detail. Such as the brushed metal of the Arizona Sideboard, the thoughtful inclusion of bookshelves in the Wall Street Desk, or the modular Arsenal Bookcase that hides and conceals at the same time.

Fitting Cattelan into Your Home and Work Life

Tables

In the world of Cattelan Italia,tables are the heart of the home. Blending bold statements of design and utility that complement many different styles, mood sand gatherings.

Take the Skorpio, a striking composition of angular, architectural lines— equally suited to elegant dinner parties and the daily bustle of family life. Or the Tyron Tables, a study in daring minimalism characterised by a sharp modernity and singular design focus. Then there’s the Scott Tables, distinguished by their central base of curved, overlapping metal plates that are reminiscent of a shirt collar. Each can be customised with wood or ceramic tops that are pieces of art in their own right — from the elegant grain of burned oak to Borghini Calacatta, Michaelangelo’s favourite.

Chairs

Cattelan Italia's chairs are the very essence of contemporary refinement. Made to impress and endure, each is a valuable investment in comfort and style.

The Rhonda Chair, designed by Luca Signoretti, captivates with its rounded armchair design and soft backrest folds. The Holly Chair, another Signoretti creation, combines a large, comfortable seat with delicately curved metal legs, embodying modern grace. Paolo Cattelan's Isabel Chair offers comfort and discreet indulgence, extending its charm to armchairs and stools.

Desks

Desks by Cattelan Italia redefine the concept of the workspace. The Wall Street Desk, a brainchild of Alessio Bassan, is a symphony of storage and style, blending a desk with a bookcase. Paolo Cattelan's Nasdaq Desk is a geometric marvel, creating a monolithic presence in any office that speaks volumes while you negotiate your day-to-day. Then we have the Vega, designed by Giorgio Cattelan — bringing a sense of openness and airiness to your office while commanding attention like no other.

Bookcases

Cattelan Italia's bookcases each tell their own story and aren't just for books, of course. The tall and versatile Joker Bookcase creates striking displays with its unique openings. Giorgio Cattelan's Airport Bookcase, perfect as a slimline bookcase or room divider, combines practicality with aesthetic appeal. Or perhaps the Nautilus Bookcase — a versatile composition by Studio Brogliato Traverso that offers another unique interpretation of storage and style.

Coffee Tables

Cattelan Italia's coffee tables weave elegance and functionality into the fabric of modern living spaces. The Billy Coffee Table by Studio Kronos comes with mirrored, ceramic or wooden tops, allowing for creative layering in any interior. The Benny Keramik Coffee Table adds a touch of dynamism with its dynamic X-shaped legs and nuanced Marmi ceramic top. The Arena Long Coffee Table, designed by Yasuhiro Shito, offers a versatile round design with a rotating glass table-top. Meaning your living room can adapt to different moods with a simple spin.

Making the Most of Your Showroom Experience

From the moment you step into our Sydney or Melbourne showroom, you will be greeted by knowledgeable design advisors. Taking the time to understand your personal taste profile and design requirements.

In addition to their expertise, the design advisors can also assist in visualising how Cattelan Italia pieces will look in your space. Helping you understand the dimensions, proportions, and overall impact of pieces like the Vega Desk or Airport Bookcase. Meeting your needs but also enhancing the aesthetics of your living spaces — whether you’re looking for a bed fit for modern day titansor an elegantside tablethat will nestle in wherever you want to go.

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