Tag: Murano glass
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Historic Glassmaker Appoints Marco Piva As Art Director
Since 1921, VENINI has transformed precious silica sand into molten glass, which is then blown and crafted by hand. In the next few days, Marco Piva will be taking up the role of Art Director at Venini with the aim of redefining the company’s product-focused creative path, starting from the study of its historic and…
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Mortlach is partnering with world’s best designers on bespoke whisky
Mortlach Single Malt Scotch Whisky, a nearly 200 year old treasure of Scotland’s iconic Speyside region, has partnered with world-renowned designer Luca Nichetto, founder of Nichetto Studio, on SEI, a bespoke whisky decanter. SEI by Luca Nichetto is the first product from Mortlach By Design, a program that will partner with some of the…
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Alessandro Michele’s latest Gucci Décor release adds a jolt of color to our home
Gucci Décor 2021 collection adds dining room staples. Scented candles in porcelain jars, lacquered chairs upholstered with embroidered seats, and double-sided screens crafted in wood and velvet. The powerful, romantic Gucci Décor collection of furniture, furnishings and decorative items from the Gucci luxury house is designed to dress living spaces in a way that is…
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From a guest house for fishermen to a haven for discerning travelers: Splendido Mare Portofino revived
Splendido Mare Portofino reopens with completely fresh makeover. The history of Splendido Mare is emblematic of Belmond’s commitment to preserving the heritage if its remarkable properties while remaining faithful to the spirit of the destination. Splendido Mare Portofino is the first hotel Belmond has renovated since joining the LVMH luxury Group in 2019. To…
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Fresh prints, recycled cotton, a riot of colour, and design classical: homeware trends 2021
These colourful interiors trends from Selfridges are sure to elevate and brighten spaces at home. This seasons’ home trends include Nigerian inspired textiles, speckled Italian Murano glass and throws made from recycled cotton featuring abstract takes on the human form. Selfridges‘ Homeware Trends. Homeware Trends 2021: Fresh Prints Yinka Ilori is a London based…
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Cassina meets Venini: Colourdisc, a first project by Bethan Laura Wood
Cassina x Venini: Excellence at its Best. Venini’s master glassblowers join forces with talented Bethan Laura Wood to create unique handcrafted and blown glass creations. Since 1921, Venini has been making authentic hand-made blown glass masterpieces in its furnaces in Venice. Paolo Venini (1895 – 1959) was as one of the leading figures…