INSPIRED BY DE CASTELLI

Metal becomes furniture to discover new design territories. De Castelli made metal his tongue and over time managed to build a wide range of furniture accessories, lighting points, but most of all metal covers. Creations that may not be connected at first glance, but are instead united by the presence of metal, a noble and elegant material that takes many forms. The continuous development of De Castelli is evidenced by the numerous partnerships that the Italian company has established with the most renowned brands in the international arena. It was a collaboration with Maserati at the 89th Geneva Motor Show for which De Castelli had lined the interior panels of the Quattroporte SQ4 Granlusso.

De Castelli: metal furniture and accessories Metal plays a double role for De Castelli. Furniture is first and foremost, but at the same time it interprets architecture, styles and new trends. This gives rise to interior items that can really add accent to any kind of home. As with the Marea metal cabinet, designed by Studio Zanellato Bortotto. In addition to square shapes and the presence of drawers with push-pull openings, it surprises with the enormous ability to process metal, which gives an almost picturesque effect. Even more original is the influence of Mida by Martinelli Venezia. This hanging unit combines brass, copper and iron in a circular structure, while the sliding-mechanical sling gives the impression of being in front of a celestial body suspended on the wall. And if metal shelves such as the Existence Michele De Lucchi and Nippon design spaces dedicated to culture and knowledge, the Loom sofa returns to the concept of metal furniture. Designed by Filippo Pisana, this fabric sofa has a brass frame and contrasts the hardness of the metal with the softness of the upholstery.
The company's catalog also includes refined outdoor solutions. The starting point is always metal: hence new alternatives such as Chata nr 1 by Filippo Pisana. This is an original reinterpretation of a classic garden shed, with an exterior Corten steel profile and automatic interior lighting.

Mosaics, acoustic panels and three-dimensional coatings: the design of De Castelli The continuous study of the various dimensions of the design leads De Castelli to reject metal also as a mosaic floor or fabric, but it is the three-dimensional coatings that make De Castelli's design reach its peak. Vertical Green is a three-dimensional copper coating that evokes a "vertical garden" thanks to the modular displacement of elements in the shape of an American vine leaf. This creation from the DeSign collection follows unprecedented natural scenarios and uses oxidation and brushing techniques for a truly unique charm.
In addition to decorative wall panels, the De Code panel is not only a decorative coating, but also an acoustic one: a technological solution with high aesthetic value, which, thanks to perforated metals and internal parts made of natural hemp, offers a high level of sound insulation.
That's why De Castelli places metal at the center of his design and also uses it for items like mirrors, vases and even pet items. There are also articles in the field of lighting in De Castelli creations: Aare is a wall lamp designed by Alexander Purcell Rodrigues that uses metal to evoke naturalistic suggestions from the Aare Gorge in Switzerland, and the Ribot floor lamp, by Alessandro Mason, looks like a sculpture in which the light reflects off the brass and iron structures, creating an evocative water effect.

The history of De Castelli: from its inception to the hard couture era De Castelli was founded in 2003, but draws on the experience of four generations of masters in iron processing. Based on the know-how acquired over time, the company is facing the arrival of the new millennium, showing the market a new idea for metalworking, more closely related to design and production to order. This leads us to introduce the concept of "hard couture", a linguistic trick that emphasizes the central role of metal, which becomes the focal point of production processes, not only industrial, but also related to creativity and craftsmanship. This blend allows the brand to create products in series but unique at the same time because it is the result of a cultural journey that is renewed in a unique way each time. In this way, De Castelli goes beyond the classic concept of metal, understood only as a "cold" material and marginalized design.