Italian Style at Home: 5 Designer Pieces for Effortless Elegance
- SentireDesign
- Nov 18
- 4 min read
Updated: Nov 18
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Italian design isn’t about excess — it’s about intention. The perfect curve, the right texture, the quiet balance of form and function. When chosen thoughtfully, even a single piece can transform a room. Here are five standout designer selections that bring contemporary Italian elegance into any home, each embodying craftsmanship, subtle drama, and timeless beauty.
1. Doge Upholstered Lounge Chair by Bonaldo
The Doge armchair by Bonaldo is soft, sculptural, and effortlessly comfortable—capturing the relaxed elegance of modern Italian design. Its signature flaps, inspired by the traditional headgear of Venice’s Doge, give the silhouette a refined and distinctive presence. Blending a hint of 1970s influence with clean contemporary lines, the collection comes in three versions: a fully upholstered base, a sleek swivel option, and a model with beautifully crafted solid wood legs. With generous curves and a relaxed yet elevated feel, the Doge brings the warm, welcoming spirit of an Italian salotto to any space
2. Mirage Side Table by Gallotti & Radice
Gallotti & Radice turned a familiar design formula on its head. Instead of the typical glass top with a metal frame, Mirage pairs a sculptural glass frame with a steel top. The result is unexpected yet harmonious: lightness supporting weight, transparency defining structure. This architectural twist, seen at the latest Salone del Mobile in Milano, adds a quiet, sculptural drama that feels unmistakably Italian.
3. Folio Cabinet by Hemo
Equal parts storage and sculpture, the Folio cabinet embodies refined Italian minimalism. Available as a low sideboard or a tall bar cabinet, it can stand alone or be doubled up for dramatic effect. Warm wood paired with a marble top creates a grounded yet elevated composition. Functional yet gallery-like, Folio will soon feature in one of SentireDesign’s projects, where its sculptural elegance will anchor the room with intention.
4. Rabat Rug by Bonaldo
Texture is central to Italian quiet luxury, and this wool and tencel rug delivers it beautifully. The staggered pattern adds depth without distraction, while its softness and warmth ground the room. Layer it beneath the Bonaldo lounge chair and Mirage table to create an instantly cohesive, visually calm foundation.
Material: 70% Wool, 30% Tencel
5. Dover Chandelier by Studio Luddite
The Dover chandelier brings subtle drama through handcrafted forms and warm, intentional lighting. Designed by New York’s Studio Luddite, it complements the Italian pieces perfectly. Its sculptural lines and organic glow transform a space without overwhelming it, embodying restraint and thoughtful design — ideal for dining areas, entryways, or living rooms.
Each of these pieces tells a story of craftsmanship, simplicity, and quiet luxury. Together, they create a home that feels intentional, layered, and effortlessly elegant — the essence of modern Italian design.
If you need help choosing the style, fabric, or configuration that’s right for you, schedule a Design Consultation with us. We will guide you toward the perfect fit for your space and lifestyle.
ABOUT THE BRANDS:
Gallotti & Radice has been a pioneer in Italian design since the early 1970s, championing the use of glass in furniture long before it became a trend. The brand embraces both the privilege and responsibility of continuing this legacy, creating “genuine” glass pieces that balance fragility with strength, transparency with permanence, and lightness with durability. Each creation is approached with care, discipline, and creativity — a blend of artistry and technical mastery — resulting in furniture that is as poetic as it is enduring.
Hemo crafts interior design pieces that are versatile, sophisticated, and meticulously detailed. Rooted in Brianza, Italy’s renowned furniture-making region, the brand blends international inspiration with traditional expertise, combining a deep understanding of materials with modern, innovative techniques to create furniture that is both timeless and contemporary.
Born in Padua in 1936, Bonaldo started as a small metal workshop under Giovanni Vittorio Bonaldo’s skilled hands. Over the decades, it evolved from crafting iron bed frames to partnering with top international designers, producing a full spectrum of furniture — tables, chairs, sofas, lighting — all made in Italy. Guided by innovation, research, and playful creativity, Bonaldo translates nearly a century of craftsmanship into collections that feel modern, timeless, and deeply human.
Studio Luddite, based in New York City, crafts objects that celebrate materials, function, and craftsmanship, turning simple geometric forms into pieces of quiet distinction. The studio’s name is a nod to the 19th-century Luddites, artisans who fought to preserve handmade craft in an age of industrialization. The studio embraces the same philosophy today: every object is made with intention and care.
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