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SPRING 2019 ISSUE no. 26
DESIGN&FURNITURE From classic to future
FASHION&JEWELS New mood
FOOD&WINE The great cuisine
ITALIAN HOSPITALITY Dolce Vita&Co.
PLOUM divano. Design: Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec. www.ligne-roset.com
TOUR DES VOYAGES PANORAMIC MURALS Curiosity and a sense of adventure prompted merchants and travellers to venture into unfamiliar lands on the ancient trade routes. The map of the world was crossed by the itineraries of trade in spices, incense, amber, silk and tea. These are the leitmotifs of this collection that take us back to the famous reports of Marco Polo and Matteo Ricci. Inspired by encounters with faraway peoples, objects and places Tour des Voyages, composed of five different panoramas, turns any space, living area or bedroom into a genuine chamber of wonders.
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pring is here, and with it comes a desire for change. Our wardrobe takes on a colourful look, and jewellery anticipates the season’s trends – coral, multicolour stones and the
incredible skills of master goldsmiths – with precious creations that are exquisitely Italian. There’s a yearning for the new in furnishings, too, and we take a close look at the models featured at the Milan Furniture Show, from cutting-edge design objects to the great classics, including outdoor furniture, which is once again playing an important role on patios and in gardens. Made in Italy excellence is everywhere to be seen, in fashion, design, on the tables of famous and less well-known chefs, in the art of hospitality as expressed by our great hotels from North to South, and fine Vinitaly wines. With a special focus on Italian art, from Matera, European Capital of Culture, to large exhibitions, locations transformed into Art Parks and spaces hosting unique events. Join us on our journey through the great beauty Italy has to offer. Matteo Galbiati CEO Platinum Media Lab
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23 Design&Furniture Complements and objects 28 Design icon Arts and Crafts 32 Italian brand All-round creativity 36 Outdoor furniture Open-air
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40 Italian design worldwide Contract! 45 Fashion&Accessories Elegant but Discreet 48 Italian style Wicker Street style 52 Street style When Jeans reign supreme 56 Fashion Italian touch In&Out Knitwear
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64 Jewels icon Crazy about coral
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61 Jewels&Co. Insectomania
68 Focus on Ancient knowledge 71 Food&Wine Welcome to our table
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75 Italian chef Gastronomic Artistry 80 Italian delights The Lady of Chocolate 82 Wine cellar A Family Story 86 Ilalian Hospitality Springtime Escapes 94 Dolce Vita Italian Style
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98 Top Hotel A Favourite Place 101 Art&Culture A special feature on Art Events in Italy
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104 Art city An ode to Matera
106 Exhibition space Armani/Silos
108 Sites Art Trails
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news shop MOLTENI IN U.K. The new Molteni&C/Dada flagship store, designed by creative director Vincent Van Duysen, is open in the heart of London’s museum district. The space presents the offer by Molteni&C and Dada, symbolising life in an “Italian flair” style. The concept behind the space, which covers over 700 square metres and has five windows, is played out over two levels linked by a dramatic staircase, providing an exciting setting for the products from the new collections from designers like Vincent van Duysen, Rodolfo Dordoni, Ron Gilad, Foster + Partners, Jean Nouvel and Patricia Urquiola. molteni.it
VALCUCINE IN INDIA Valcucine’s Asian expansion plan takes another step forward with the opening of a new monobrand store in Ahmedabad, in the heart of an area that is destined to become a reference point for the design, fashion and luxury industry. The space covers 200 square metres and contains a selection of the iconic kitchen units that sums up the entire collection. As well as the displays there is a space dedicated to the Accademia Valcucine, a training area to promote the project culture, and where possible to enable visitors to touch the wide range of finishings. valcucine.com
SHAKE IN CHINA The Vicenza-based company Shake continues to expand in the Chinese market with a new showroom just opened in the metropolis of Shanghai. shake-design.it 14
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GUCCI HUB IN MILAN Gucci has chosen the former Caproni aircraft factory as the site for its offices, giving Piuarch the task of recovering the existing architectural heritage. The new “Gucci Hub” is now a 35000 square metre complex that brings together for the first time all the brand’s Milan offices, a venue for runway shows, the graphics department, photo studio, staff refectory and a restaurant in a location hosting over 250 people. gucci.com
ARMANI IN NEW YORK The Armani Group and SL Green, New York’s largest commercial landlord, have announced the redesign of the Giorgio Armani boutique at 760 Madison Avenue. The new 9,000 square metre building includes a flagship store and nineteen Armani/Casa luxury residential units, with Giorgio Armani responsible for the interior design. When work is finished the stylist will also have his private residence at this address. The project will be handled by New York’s famous COOKFOX studio, which is to redesign the building to reflect the evolution of the Armani brand, which has become an integral part of the Upper East Side. armani.com
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KALDWEI IN SINGAPORE The former Capitol and Stamford House buildings have recently been revamped to become the Capitol Kempinski Hotel, an architectural masterpiece that offers its guests many prestigious features, including the bathrooms. The materials of the elegant Meisterstück Centro Duo Oval by Kaldewei – both the bath itself and the seamless panelling are in enamelled steel – create a strong contrast with the opulence of the bathroom. Kaldewei is an ideal partner for both the private and prestigious the luxury hotel sectors. kaldewei.it
IDEAL WORK IN RUSSIA The 5-star Kazan Palace Hotel by Tasigo has recently been opened in Kazan, Russia. Perfect continuity between the already-existing interiors and the modern furnishings has been created by the choice of three solutions from Ideal Work®: Microtopping®, Lixio® and a new product for 2019, Ideal Work® Purometallo. idealwork.it
L&L LUCE&LIGHT IN PORTUGAL The technical lighting system by L&L Luce&Light for the WC Beautique Hotel in Lisbon is the work of Portuguese interior designer Andrade Silva. Light 2 Life, the company responsible for the lighting project, has emphasised the entire shape of the building, enhancing the architectural concept with a colour palette inspired by the relaxed atmosphere of a spa. The magic of the transparencies and reflections, the use of backlit surfaces and the overall lighting plan are truly original. lucelight.it
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FIR ITALIA IN AUSTRIA Fir Italia was chosen by the Genussdorf Gmachl Hotel and Spa, only 3 km from the gates of Salzburg, the city of Mozart. The designers have opted for a modern furnishing concept with light colours and a feeling of warmth, emphasising the use of wood. The choice of taps and fittings in the wellbeing areas and bathrooms in the suites focuses on quality products in a modern style from the Daily 44 collection by Fir Italia, complementing the high level of service and hospitality offered by the hotel. fir-italia.it
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SAN DOMENICO HOUSE LONDON An intimate, very private boutique hotel situated close to Sloane Square, in the heart of Chelsea, comprising 19 individually-themed bedrooms and suites, each furnished with an extraordinary variety of valuable antique furniture and art. The hotel is brimming with an elegant mix of sumptuous interiors, eclectic antiques and Latin personality. Recently extended and redesigned, it offers a bespoke room service menu to complement the outstanding selection of superb restaurants, some Michelin-starred, within easy strolling distance. sandomenicohouse.com
BOSCOLO COLLECTION LYON Set in a splendid location between the Rh么ne and Sa么ne, in the most prestigious district of Lyon, a short distance from the Place Bellecour and the Grand H么tel-Dieu, a majestic building dating back to the 19th century hosts this luxurious 5-star hotel. Fall under the spell cast by your room overlooking the River Rh么ne or relax and enjoy a coffee or aperitif in the opulent lobby in the former winter garden, sheltered by a scenic glass and steel roof. The restaurant offers typical Italian dishes. boscolocollection.com
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NIKO ROMITO IN SHANGHAI The new Bvlgari Hotel Shanghai has opened its doors in the futuristic setting of the Suhe Creek project with a sweeping view of the extraordinary skyline of the Pudong district.
HEINZ BECK IN MILAN
On the 47th floor, at the summit of the skyscraper surmounting
Architect Fabio Novembre handled the interior design for
the skilfully restored Chamber of Commerce building and the
“Attimi by Heinz Beck” at City Life. The bistro offers an
magnificent gardens, is the Ristorante Niko Romito, serving
authentic gourmet experience created by German chef Heinz
contemporary Italian cuisine in an exceptional venue with a
Beck, holder of three Michelin stars. It has already become a
breathtaking view over the city. nikoromito.com
landmark for Milanese cuisine. The interiors were created by a collaboration between Beck & Maltese Consulting and Chef Express (Cremonini group). attimi-heinzbeck.it
MASSIMO BOTTURA IN DUBAI The chef at the Osteria Francescana in Modena has opened his Italian restaurant, the star of the exclusive W Dubai The Palm hotel. With “Torno Subito”, Massimo Bottura stages a Felliniesque circus (already seen with Al Meni) thousands of kilometres from Rome’s Riviera, the inspiration for architect Paul Bishop’s design, with cabins on the beach, pastel colours and design furnishings with a hint of 1960s vintage style. The furnishings are by such names as Gio Ponti and Paola Lenti. marriott.com
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DESIGN & FURNITURE
Complements and objetcs Armchairs and sofas, kitchens and sideboards, lighting and rugs for the springtime home by Antonella Euli
Onda by Armani/Casa is the new leather and steel chaise longue. A sleek design and distinctive curves recalling sea waves, create the impression of lightness that characterises the entire collection. The choice of sophisticated materials enhances the prestigious skills embodied by this piece. armani.com
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design&furniture Marco Zito completes the WAM collection (Wait A Minute) by Bross with some new elements, extending an offer that includes the WAM sofa. In pastel or neutral colours, pop prints or rich, select weaves, WAM takes on a whole series of looks. All that remains is to choose one! bross-italy.com
Designed by Giuseppe Bavuso for Alivar’s Home Project collection, Margot Relax comprises two separate elements, a seat and footrest, that interact through their lines, materials and finish. alivar.it
Turri presents the Zero collection designed by Andrea Bonini, a family of complements including a container unit, embellished with elegant details like the side in curved glass that as well as generating an intricate web of reflections creates an interesting combination of solid and hollow volumes that lighten the structure and make this piece more distinctive. turri.it
Marcel Wanders designs for Natuzzi Furrow, a collection of minimal divans and armchairs expressed in soft shapes, measured proportions and visually striking details like the sewing on the buttons and the raw cut contrasting stitching on the edge of the arms, cushions, seats and backs. natuzzi.it
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IconColor by Ernestomeda, design Giuseppe Bavuso, is made using clever technical solutions with a strong visual impact, finishing elements that can generate a feeling of comfort and give the kitchen an aesthetic and tactile appeal. ernestomeda.com
Désirée, an upholstered furniture brand in the Euromobil Group, presents Boè by Canadian designer Jai Jalan, a monolithic, cocooning sofa with sinious, harmonious lines and soft, slender quilkted-effect seat cushion. gruppoeuromobil.com
Dédé by Alessi is a perfect example of Philippe Starck’s poetic creativity. This doorstop is both an expressive and functional object whose evocative shape becomes a familiar presence in our lives. alessi.com
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Flos presents Gaku by Nendo: a frame that collects and interacts with lights and a series of complementary objects, conceived as something between an accessory and a furnishing element. flos.com
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Moving Forest wool rug by Deanna Comellini G.T. Design. gtdesign.it
56 Petits Bijoux by Catellani & Smith is a representation of “static movement�, the effect of an action that seems to imitate the action of throwing a stone into the water, forming concentric ripples that spread out over the surface. catellanismith.com
Vinnie coffee table, a homage to drummer Vinnie Colaiuta, designed by Alessandro Stabile for My home collection. myhomecollection.it
Toy table lamp in the shape of a bear, the symbol of Moschino, by Jeremy Scott for Kartell. kartell.com
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design icon
Arts and Crafts Teresa Crespi
Handmade, natural materials, colour and elementary shapes create a new genre, reinventing the presence of textiles in interior design
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eanna Comellini received her training in the artistic circles of Bologna during the 1970s, studying for the DAMS degree (arts, music and theatre). In 1974 she took her first steps in the design world by undertaking collaborations with companies in the city. This continued until 1977, when she founded G.T.DESIGN,
where she is designer and art director. Based on an initial investigation research into materials and shapes with a high technical content, her design research was developed into a production philosophy. During the 1980s her desire to discover, explore and protect traditional methods practised by cultures from around the world led her to work on an idea of “imperfect design”. Her unprejudiced curiosity led touch to an encounter between artisanal knowledge and the project culture. Her attention turned to “handmade”, natural materials, colour and elementary forms, and in the 1990s she created a new genre, reinventing the presence of textiles in interior design. Now her project research concentrates on contemporary rugs as an essential element of interior architecture. Weaving has for thousands of years been the greatest expression of technology, identity and innovation, for all peoples and cultures throughout history. The unbridled curiosity through which Deanna Comellini has introduced this element into design has encouraged the development of a new everyday humanism. This encounter between artisanal knowledge and the project culture lies at the basis of the G.T.Design collections. Her studio researches and tests new textile fibre design and production methods.
“Carpets are the surface we are born on. They resemble us. They are the first element around which the intimate domestic interior develops. They express a home’s perfume, habits and poetry. Carpets are an archaic symbol that for G.T.Design become contemporary, everyday, the sign that embodies the confines of the personal space”
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design icon This research is based on natural materials like linen, coconut, viscose, bamboo, pure wool, hemp and silk. These materials are at the heart of the functional and semiotic investigation of produced objects. Breaking free of the concept of mass production, their artisanal methods celebrate the objects’ imperfections and sensory vitality.
These pages show “creations” by Deanna Comellini (portrait at the beginning of the article)
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italian brand
All-round creativity Light, coherent, functional and unique objects mark Baleri Italia out as a manufacturer of quality furnishing accessories
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aleri Italia combines high-quality design and product versatility, adding a touch of irony and colour which, together with constant technical experimentation, have identified the brand since its debut in 1984.
Light, coherent, functional and unique objects mark Baleri Italia out as a manufacturer of quality furnishing accessories. Their design content was further enhanced by the arrival of Aldo Parisotto of P+F as art director in 2017, enabling the products from the manufacturer, based in Telgate, Bergamo, to respond to the various requirements of contemporary home and office interiors, in the bedroom or workspace, lounge or open space. In 2014 the company joined the AVM Group, which acts as an umbrella for a variety of designs from different periods of outstanding Italian design, creating a cultural and industrial initiative, a super-connoisseur that recognises and shares values with the spirit of a gallery owner. The Baleri Italia product range features collaborations with some of the world’s most famous designers – Philippe Starck, for example, joined the catalogue in 1984. The collaboration was a successful move for the designer because Baleri was one of the first companies to massproduce the objects that he is famous for throughout Above, Roundel table. Left, Miss Match sofa. Designer: Claesson Koivisto Rune
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italian brand the world, like the MacGee bookshelf and the Richard III and Cafè chairs. He was succeeded by, the Swedish architect-designers Claesson Koivisto Rune (Designer of the Year 2011 and 2014), Denis Santachiara (whose works have been exhibited in personal and collective shows at the Venice Biennale and the Paris Grand Palais), Radice Orlandini design studio, Omri Revesz and Parisotto + Formenton, who designed Trays for Baleri, the 1950s-inspired seating system that includes sofas, pouffes and dormeuses. baleri-italia.it
Left, MarĂŹ 2015 chair and armchair, designer: Luigi Baroli. Below left, Richard III, designer Philippe Starck, 1985. Right, Horizon sofa, designer Arik Levy
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With warmer days on the way, it’s time to dust off our outdoor furniture. On the patio or in the garden, we celebrate springtime Antonella Euli
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s the cloudy skies clear our thoughts once again turn to outdoor furniture. Whether on the patio or in the garden, their design reflects the trends set by indoor designs. The gap between the two
worlds becomes narrower every season, and before long we’ll be able to use the same pieces inside or out. The challenge facing these products is to combine technical performance and aesthetic appeal, and the large companies are constantly coming up with new solutions, producing attractive furniture that can stand up to outdoor use. The large glass windows in the lounges of our homes now mean that interior and exterior tend to coalesce, and this exerts an influence on garden furniture, which is taking on a more domestic air. Let’s not forget that the outdoor part of our homes is the first space guests see when they arrive, so it’s inevitable that nowadays there is a greater focus on exterior furnishings. The aim is to create the same style inside and out, integrating the two spaces. Great attention is also paid to comfort – apart from the colours and materials in fashion, everything should be designed to promote
Opening, Listone Giordano Outdoor Collezione Decking. Above, Playa Living, a development of the Playa model by Piscine Laghetto. Below, Missoni Home. Winter Vanessa, large pastel butterflies, in outdoor versions
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outdoor furniture wellbeing. Outdoor chairs are no longer as stiff and unforgiving as they used to be, now offering a much comfier seat that retains the hard-wearing qualities of previous models. What’s more, a simple armchair or garden sofa are no longer enough for any self-respecting outdoor space – now we demand the right accessories, too. Take, for example, pedestal tables, dessert sets and trays, as well as pouffes, rugs and outdoor lights. The result is a personalised garden or terrace – and these accessories help transform the image of outdoor living, because they create a warm, refined setting in all domestic spaces. The latest trend is for colours and weaves inspired by faraway lands, with a definite preference for natural tones like brown, pink, coral and terracotta. Not forgetting, of course, the various shades of sunlight yellow. A profoundly natural range of colours for the terrace or garden.
Top left and below, total comfort with the Horizon sofa from Alivar’s Home Project collection by Giuseppe Bavuso. Right, the PascalCollection designed by Marco Acerbis for Talenti, explores the world of metals. Worked, folded and moulded they create a feeling of pleasant softness and unexpected lightness
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Pavillon H by Kettal Studio is a personalisable gazebo that defines space while still providing a free-flowing setting. The minimal aluminium structure offers many types of cover - waterproof, in polycarbonate, Venetian blinds, electric, electric bio-climate, aluminium or wood. The side panels can be sliding, in fabric, wood or aluminium, or fixed in stone or glass. They can also be configured with adjustable aluminium or wood shutters
Above, De-Signum Studio Lab bench in Pimar Beige Limestone. Left, for the new “Thonet All Seasons� outdoor collection Thonet has chosen the S 33 and S 34 cantilever chairs by Mart Stam, B 9 side tables, the S 35 armchair by Marcel Breuer and the S 533 cantilever chair by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
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italian design worldwide Quagliotti has created a bespoke collection for the prestigious Le Bristol Paris on Rue Faubourg Saint HonorĂŠ. From the choice of yarns to the loom weave, refined design and nuances of colour, everything is developed at the studio in Chieri, Piedmont. quagliotti1933.it
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Nowadays, at a time when retail channels in the traditional markets are gradually shrinking, contracts are providing an opportunity for Italian furnishing companies
Teresa Crespi
Reinterpreting and reinventing contract interiors, with comfortable, colourful proposals that can satisfy the requirements of durability and quality, is what Alma Design is all about. alma-design.it
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word with a multitude of meanings. It’s talked about all the time, but companies that design and produce contract furnishings are often very diverse and they all interpret it differently. From general contractors to subcontractors, the hospitality and hotels sector and companies furnishing
luxury yachts and ships, how can contract furnishing best be described? Before being a sector or product, contract furnishing is a process. The keyin-hand contract process begins when the client hands the general contractor a commission. The contractor takes on the legal obligation – contractually, in fact – to supply all the activities and products required to complete the work by a predetermined date, and above all agrees to carry out the work according to the technical specifications agreed by all parties. Traditionally, Italy’s furnishing companies have been oriented towards the retail channel, with pieces designed and manufactured to be distributed and sold from catalogues, through retailers and sales points. Contract furnishing, though, involves a change of focus – every commission is a huge, complex container for data, information, times and deadlines, and the first task of the company fulfilling a contract is optimal
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italian design worldwide
The New Cleo 84 range by Fir Italia chosen for the 5-star Pantheon Iconic Rome Hotel includes the wallmounted washbasin mixer tap, the bidet mixers and complete shower solutions. Free-standing shower cabins and floor mixers were also selected for the suites, all coordinated with the bathroom accessories. fir-italia.it
management of the order. This is because the value of the contract
In which sectors can we identify this dynamic? Companies in the
lies, even before the product itself, in the key in hand service. We
Horeca sector (Hotel/Restaurant/Cafe), the hospitality and food
talk about contract furnishing whenever the commission does
service industries, obviously need special furnishings and display
not just involve the furnishings, but an entire zone, area or even
spaces. More complex structures like hotels leave even more room
building – or vessel – to be furnished throughout. As a result the
for custom furnishings as they include not only the most complex
furnishings are closely linked to the context, surroundings and, of
communal and reception areas but also suites and rooms with
course, the client’s decisions, taken with the interior design studio.
specific characteristics determined by the building they are located in.
Talenti products were the furnishings of choice for the restyling of the Sporting Livigno hotel not only for the outdoor spaces, but also the interior relaxation areas. The hotel’s communal areas feature Cleo, a collection with a striking balance between shapes and volumes, Breez loungers designed by Karim Rashid and Touch, one of the brand’s most complete collections, giving the exteriors a flawless elegance, while products from the Chic collection give tactile refinement to every interior. talentisrl.com
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Elegant but Discreet Out with usless fripperies, in with a little touch of transgression Beatrice Galbiati
Applique flowers and parrots in contrasting colours for this baguette bag by FENDI
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The classic, inimitable dove grey trench by HERNO
Contrasting details for this cotton and modal T-shirt with sporty applied band to tie at side, SPORTMAX
Ritchie jeans by DONDUP in skinny stretch cotton
A are ultralight suede sneakers by AQUAZZURA, here in lipstick red and gold versions
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italian style
Wicker Street Style Beatrice Galbiati
But also rattan and straw, for a touch of chic, open-air style
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ho says we have to wait for summer to bring them out? And most of all, who decided they should only be used by the sea? Whenever anyone mentions straw, wicker or rattan we immediately think of a lovely, capacious woven basket we can fill with jars of coconut oil, towels, swimming costumes and reading matter, everything we need for a wonderful day on the beach in a state
of total relaxation - but things have changed, and time has launched fashions, set new rules, made room for new ideas and reversed old habits. One of these changes now means we can use rattan or wicker bags in the city, too, and not just in summer or on Sundays on a picnic blanket. So let’s throw away the accepted combinations of basket-beach or wicker-seaside, it’s now down to street style to decide. And it’s their romantic, vaguely country and slightly gypsy character that always gives a surprisingly chic appeal to every look. If you don’t believe it, take a look at the wonderful Jane Birkin, the British actress known for her passionate and scandalous relationship with Serge Gainsbourg in the 1970s. Leaf through a magazine of the time or search for photos of her on the Internet, and you’ll see that she always carries a simple, super-chic wicker basket on her right arm. Whatever her look, from flared jeans and white T-shirt for trips to the beach to a minidress with beaded or sequinned fringes to attend a gala evening, she always carried her little basket, which has entered history as her constant companion, whatever the season. A quirk that became a byword for fashionable elegance. Well, that’s Jane Birkin, but why can’t we do it, too? That’s how to treat a special, entirely neutral accessory like a rattan or wicker bag, a direct descendent of the cane basket on Jane’s arm – make it possible to carry it with extreme elegance and lightness wherever you go or whatever you’re wearing. From tropical beaches to the city streets it becomes the perfect
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alternative to costly bags in coconut or exotic leathers, and a cult accessory to provide a 1950s French Riviera or Amalfi Coast touch for every look, or to lighten up a serious, rigorous outfit, softening its effect and making it more low-profile, as our metropolitan jungle sometimes demands. There’s an almost endless range of models to choose from – we’d say that once the size and capacity have been adjusted to avoid the appearance of having forgotten sun cream and swimming costume or of having just returned from a weekend on the Riviera, anything goes. Mignon, medium, bauletto, round, soft or rigid, with short handle
Opposite page, the classic wicker bag. These photos, Jane Birkin (top, with Serge Gainsbourg) and her inevitable basket. Left, a cognac-coloured wicker clutch with leather and metal clasp by RODO
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italian style or shoulder strap, it becomes an accessory that breathes chic even in cities far from the coast and where the most we can dream of is an afternoon in the park or a day outdoors. The fundamental rule for wearing it with ease is not to worry too much – whether it’s a bucket bag, boxy basket, clutch or bon ton shoulder bag, it’s always ready to add freshness to summer outfits in the city, whether you’re on the way to work or to the bar. And a touch of irony always helps!
Above, braid, pom-poms, tassels and mirrors for the typical Sicilian bag by TIZZINI, denim lined with short handle and matching shoulder strap. Below, by FERRAGAMO, this small wicker handbag with classic gilded logo clasp. Right, the handles of this straw shopper are embellished with crystals and lit with touches of silvery light, by ERMANNO SCERVINO
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WHEN JEANS REIGN SUPREME
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Absolutely everyone has at least one pair in their wardrobe – from this spring, at least Beatrice Galbiati
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he outright winner for Spring 2019, jeans in all shapes and sizes are sweeping in on the crest of a wave. The trend for this spring and summer is a triumphant jeans revival, whether pre-washed, ripped, faded or even worn in a typically 1990s
all-denim look. There’s an almost infinite range of colours, and
even bleached is back, the look that New Yorkcity girls loved so much in the 1980s. Fashions come and go, returning to the runway shows with variations that make a garment unique. The most sought-after models for this spring? More than ever before! Cropped flare versions, even better with slightly asymmetrical hems. Not the easiest style to wear, and finding something to match can be difficult. The ideal length is just above the ankle, avoiding shorter or mid-calf models that make the leg seem short and chunky, and stay away from frayed hems. Slippers, moccasins, flip-flops, sandals of all kinds and flat shoes in general will be the ideal companion for cropped flares, although the most daring can wear them with heels and even glitter socks, despite the bare ankle. Another supercool model for next season, the symbol of an entire generation, comes straight from the 1980s – we’re talking about mom jeans, a name that says it all! Classic high-waisted jeans with a fit vaguely resembling maternity wear, loose around the tummy, straight leg and narrow ankles. Again, wearing them demands a strategy – they don’t suit everyone and they tend to widen the hips, so be careful if you don’t have a wasp waist, but go ahead if you have a little tummy cushion to flatten out. Not so attractive on the bum, though. The ideal complement is a clingy body or a crop top that leaves the tummy uncovered. A high waist Opposite page, the timeless skinny version. This page, cropped flairs with a slight fringe and bare ankles
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street style at all costs? Skinny jeans have it - tapered or even slightly flared with or without bare ankles, what counts is that the hips are emphasised and given a sensual appeal by a high waist – perhaps with sailor-style buttons – that must be seen, which means shirts, soft or snug-fitting t-shirts and anything else the wearer chooses must always be tucked into the waistband. It’s high or low waisted skinny jeans that continue to dominate. A classic compromise between leggings and bootcut jeans, clingy yet sexy without requiring bare skin, long enough to extend the figure, they can also conceal a few surplus kilos, which is always welcome. In style if worn with knee boots with high heels, or feminine, ultraflat shoes like ballet pumps, or Chelsea boots and laceup Oxfords. Last but not least, the archetypal evergreen
Top left, the 1980s mom jeans return - but wear with care! Right and bottom, two versions of the skinny jean, to wear with or without high heels
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– the unique, unrivalled flared jeans that are still the bestloved version and worn all round the world despite being almost a half century old. Nothing can lengthen a leg like flared jeans concealing towering platforms or vertiginous heels.
This is what makes them so popular – they are so
much “easier” than many other designs – nothing else has that almost perfect fit that streamlines, lengthens, slims and highlights the figure. Not forgetting the practicality of their ability to be worn on different occasions with outfits of varying degrees of elegance, despite their wonderful hippie allure. And the colour? The choice is yours – light, dark, faded, black, white or a variation on these themes, everything’s possible. This cross-generational icon meets everyone’s approval.
The inimitable flares, an evergreen that slims more effectively than any other style, will always be popular
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IN & OUT KNITWEAR Valeria Rastrelli
Wayeröb, by the stylist Alessandro Onori, whose portfolio of collaborators boasts names like Dolce&Gabbana, Mila Schön and Annapurna, is an agender, and therefore extremely modern, project
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y developing the concepts of voyeurism and sensuality it eventually transforms itself into an entire luxury wardrobe comprising select materials, total comfort and perfect fit, with garments that become something new every time they are worn, for sleeping, travel, running, relaxing and feeling yourself.
One key idea underpins everything – knitwear. We interviewed the stylist, who told us about his project. D Who is Alessandro Onori? R I started as a designer at the age of eighteen after my diploma, then a year later I enrolled to study Literature and Philosophy. While I was studying I worked for a boutique in Rome (Pulp, on Rione Monti), which specialises in vintage clothes but is also an incubator for young talent. Pulp sent us metres of fabric to transform into collections in a week, and these garments were then sold in the shop. After graduating at the age of twenty-three I worked as a designer for Dolce&Gabbana and my career continued when I became creative director at Mila Schön for the Fall/
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By developing the concepts of voyeurism and sensuality it eventually transforms itself into an entire luxury wardrobe comprising select materials, total comfort and perfect fit, with garments that become something new every time they are worn, for sleeping, travel, running, relaxing and feeling at ease with yourself. One key idea underpins everything – knitwear
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fashion italian touch Winter 2013-14 season. My name began to become well-known and eventually I joined Annapurna for the relaunch of the Aida Barni line, which I designed knitted evening dresses for. After leaving Annapurna I decided to take advantage of my experience in knitwear and create my own line. D How did the Wayeröb come about? R At first it was at the basis of my creations – creating a wardrobe for voyeurs (fashion is voyeurism – you see it on Instagram, on live streaming, you buy it online). So it was a combination of Voyeur+Wardrobe, which put together resulted in Voyeurobe. But it had too much of a French feel about it, so I tried to spell it exactly as it sounds, and the result was Vuayerob. However, I have an aversion to the letters V and U (call it a designer’s eccentricity) and I preferred combining them into a W, which gave me Wayrob. That has a more Scandinavian sound, and to make the name even more special I added an umlaut to the O. Then I realised that the name actually united two languages and it took on another meaning Way is the way of being for all of us, and as a result the fashion choices we make, and Robe, “things” in Italian, the
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wardrobe of our clothes. So there it was, a new, cosmopolitan word that unites two concepts that identify our distinctive way of being. D. How did the collection come about? R. The brand was launched in September 2017 and in January 2018 we presented the first Spring/Summer 2019 collection. I chose intimate wear because it underlies everything, like the foundations of a house. I’d already created small, knitted intimate wear capsules that I gave to various stylists, but the concepts underlying the inspiration for the construction of my first collection came from my reading Motel Voyeur, a book published in 2017 by the American writer Gay Talese, one of the fathers of New Journalism and a former New York Times journalist. D. Why knitted intimate wear? R. Because it’s something different and unusual. Men’s underwear tends to be very sportive, while women’s designs are sexy and provocative. I deliberately distanced myself from this by choosing knitwear, which makes everything more neutral, more unisex, agender. The collection is a small, comfortable “luxury wardrobe” you can wear in bed or go out and travel in. Every garment is designed to have more than one use – the men’s items can be worn by women, the night shirt is an evening dress, the pyjamas are reversible, to be used as a dual look, the ribbed pyjama pants are perfect for jogging. The choice of knitwear also reflects my experience with Annapurna. All the materials are of very high quality – cotton, wool, Cashmere, Javanese viscose, all derived from natural sources, and nylon, more technical and sportive, all produced and printed in Italy, using Italian materials and sold online at www. wayerob.com. D. Future projects? R. Creating an evening wear collection based on the same agender concept. I think the future of fashion lies in the combination of a number of brands in new collaborations with new and established designers, and new designers with large distributors. Young designers need a showcase but they often never succeed in finding one, and then they have to rely on their own resources alone.
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Those little creatures we come across as the days grow warmer, as we approach the hottest months of the year butterflies, bees, hornets, grasshoppers and many more besides, a cocktail of animalier style high jewellery that’s also light and entertaining. They should always be worn with a touch of irony, an important rule to remember if you feel like pinning a butterfly to your lapel or a grasshopper to your shirt collar Beatrice Galbiati
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Ultralight butterfly pendants in white gold and diamonds from the Light Wings collection, LEO PIZZO
OPENING Le MarchĂŠ des Merveilles collection for the bee-motif earrings/pendant in yellow and white gold with white diamond pave and double-G logo, GUCCI
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CRAZY ABOUT
CORAL And its timeless, Mediterranean charm, now transformed from a simple ornament, necklace or bracelet into increasingly creative and precious pieces of jewellery
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Below, rose gold and coral for the Pop chain by VHERNIER Bouquets of flowers with emeralds and rubies for the coral earrings by CHANTECLER
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t’s impossible to resist the charm of coral and its vaguely retro appeal, a fact amply demonstrated at the recent Vicenzaoro 2019, the international jewellery industry
event. The infinite colours of coral are not only featuring in fashion and accessories, but also in jewellery, infusing beautiful creations with energy and delicacy, from blood red to ‘peau d’ange’ and lobster. This marine gem – which isn’t really a gem – embodies stories and legends that have shaped the maritime landscape of our dreams, but it’s not only a product of distant seas and faraway lands. Sciacca in Sicily and Torre del Greco in the Bay of Naples are long-established centres of artisanal coral work and the production of luxury coral jewellery in Italy, from the roughest, most opaque pieces in the dense ramage fashionable in the 1980s to lustrous “buttons” set beside colourful precious stones. One of the oldest artisanal studios in Torre del Greco is that of De Simone, offering the lovely Mediterranean red coral necklace with diamonds and rubies, a high jewellery creation
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From left, Red Mediterranean coral, Japanese coral and pink (angel skin) coral with white diamonds for the necklace from the Lucky Collection by DE SIMONE Coral starfish with cabochon sapphire and lapis bar for the cufflinks by VILLA MILANO Soft as a gentle wave, the coral and white diamond ring by CHANTECLER Opposite page, part of the My Lady collection, a red Mediterranean coral necklace with rubies and diamonds, DE SIMONE
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with great visual impact, totally different from the irresistible
is surrounded by ruby and emerald flowers. The timeless Villa
minimal excellence of the Pop chain by Vhernier, which for this
Milano cufflinks are little gems of the masculine world, and
year also offers a version with alternating rose gold and coral
now they make an appearance in a coral version with starfish,
links. Chantecler is the iconic brand for this Mediterranean
cabochon sapphires and lapis lazuli bars. So it’s time to bring
jewellery, charged with the exuberant spirit of wonderful Capri,
out all the coral you own, or at the very least get hold of one of
and is known for its use of coral complemented by a wide
those horn-shaped good luck charms you find hanging from
variety of stones, like the Groupage earrings where the coral
the most exotic Christmas trees. In coral, of course.
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Ancient knowledge and new technology Beatrice Galbiati
The unrivalled excellence of the jewellery-making art in Italy throughout history, from high jewellery studios to the great made in Italy luxury brands
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combination of the techniques of the past and modern skills, a
coral in the seas around Corsica, Sardinia and even Africa.
synthesis of a love of beauty and artisanal expertise – these are
The workshops where they use the “liscio” (smooth) and cameo
what have enabled Italy to lead the world in the production of
techniques on coral, mother-of-pearl and even lava from Mount
jewellery and precious metal objects. The goldsmith’s art in Italy
evoke sensory impressions of history. In the Renaissance, it was
boasts a centuries-old heritage and is one of the nation’s centres of
Florence that become the symbol of a jewellery-making tradition
creative and artisanal excellence.
with its roots in the 16th century, when the Italian courts inspired
This illustrious history has its roots in ancient Roman times, and
the work of artisans with demands for ever-more ornate pieces.
the district of Torre del Greco, on the lovely Bay of Naples is an
Metal smelting, engraving and setting are still the most widespread
example of this, with the fascinating story of its corallers, who by the
techniques practised in Florence, whose Ponte Vecchio is entirely
16th century had earned the nickname “golden sponge” for the city
occupied by Florentine jewellery masters.
thanks to the riches they were earning and their tenacity in gathering
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Opposite page, an example of Italian artisanal skills - a goldsmith in his workshop working on a highly prestigious piece of jewellery, engraved all over as if it were a lacework of leaves and gold petals. Below, left, colourless diamonds and white gold for the six four-petalled flowers of the incredibly delicate Giardini Segreti necklace by PASQUALE BRUNI. Right, the white gold and ruby Belle Epoque cross by DAMIANI is also available in emerald and sapphire versions
take on a significant role, producing not only artisanal pieces but also genuine works of art. The euphoria of the early years of the century influenced behaviour, dress and jewellery alike. With the arrival of the Belle Epoque jewellery makers also welcomed the Art Nouveau movement, drawing inspiration from nature. We then arrive at the crucial moment in Italian high jewellery – the period of the Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratif in Paris in 1925, and the full flowering of Art Deco, where elegance and refinement shaped every piece. From now on jewellery, design, fashion and art became even more closely linked. One interesting example of this is how the fashion for pageboy hairstyles immediately led to a new surge in popularity for pendant earrings, or how archaeological discoveries made in Egypt and Mesopotamia influenced Art Deco with their motifs, and also had an effect on jewellery design.Then came Italy’s post-war boom, which was also a successful period for Italian jewellery makers, as their products became highly sought-after throughout the world. The first great brands came into being and Bulgari in Rome, with its precious, refined hand-made jewels, like the iconic
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serpent bracelet inspired by the designs of ancient times, opened the way for jewellery on the international market. This was followed in the 1980s by an explosion in demand for luxury Made in Italy products across the globe. Jewellery became an essential part of our everyday look and Italian pieces became a hallmark of quality, conquering the world and overshadowing their French rivals. Bulgari, Pasquale Bruni, Buccellati, Damiani and many other Italian names are now synonymous with the finest the jeweller’s art has to offer. So what is the magic formula that explains the success of Italian jewellery making? Obviously, it’s the same thing that sets all high-quality Italian products apart from their competitors – a combination of history, creativity, artistic knowledge and technical expertise, with a typically Italian production network, from the gold districts of Valenza Po, Vicenza and Arezzo to those of Campania and Sicily, with their exceptional coral-working skills. Innovation and technology lead to increasingly higher quality, always with deep respect for the heritage of knowhow that lies behind the creation of Italian jewellery.
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Above, in white gold and multicoloured enamel, the iconic breclet/watches by BULGARI seem to coil around the wrist. The watch face is concealed by the opening head, with precious stones instead of eyes. Many versions have been designed and produced over the years. Below, the distinctive style and satin-finished gold of BUCCELLATI in the rigid bracelet with white diamonds and aquamarine
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Aurea charger plate collection by Richard Ginori, reinterpreting one of Gio Ponti’s most iconic patterns
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Gastronomic Artistry Antonella Euli
Two superb restaurants in the heart of Italy, one in Basilicata, the other in Umbria, regions where authentic flavours and tradition meet innovation
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IN BASILICATA, THE IACCARINO FAMILY’S CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
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ecently opened in Lavello, in the heart of Basilicata,
ingredients used, drawn from the local production that
the San Barbato Resort Spa & Golf is set in a seven-
reflects one of Italy’s richest culinary traditions, including
hectare park surrounded by the natural landscape
excellent cheeses like the pecorino di Filiano, pecorino
of the Monte Vulture. The estate is notable for its
canestrato, caciocavallo podolico and burrata, vegetables
unusual design and lovely spaces, and uniqueness
like Sarconi beans, Senise peppers and a surprising
is the characteristic that sets all its properties apart,
black truffle, select meats, especially lamb, and little-
including the Don Alfonso 1890 San Barbato, replicating
known but excellent wines - Aglianico del Vulture, for
in Basilicata a history of hospitality and distinctive identity
example. The Don Alfonso 1890 San Barbato’s menu
that dates back more than a century, from generation
reflects the wealth of this heritage, with a list of dishes
to generation. The Alfonso 1890 has close ties to the
like Laticauda lamb presented in a version with battuto
region and its centuries-old culinary heritage innovated
alle erbe mediterranee and aioli (garlic mayonnaise). The
with respect, offering guests the opportunity to enjoy
meat is particularly lean, except the tail where the fat
a food experience enhanced by culture and history.
accumulates, with a low cholesterol and mouthwatering
Sharing the values of quality is a theme linking the
flavour. sanbarbatoresort.com
A hospitality project whose objective is to bring together the great examples of food, wine and well-being excellence was an obvious attraction for the Iaccarino family, linked to the estate by a thirty-year friendship, tracing from the very beginning the design of what has recently taken shape as one of the most important examples of excellence in Italy’s luxury hotel sector
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CULINARY TRADITION IN UMBRIA
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he Vespasia project is created and managed by Vincenzo and Federico Bianconi, the latest generation of a family of restaurateurs with a tradition that dates back without interruption to 1850, a tribute to this region and its great gastronomic riches. The Vespasia restaurant is in the Relais & Châteaux Palazzo
Seneca, a prestigious 16th-century building in the artistic heart of Norcia. Here, innovation meets tradition and everything, every detail, reflects this land. Guests at the Vespasia (one Michelin star) can choose where to sit, selecting a comfortable upholstered wooden chair or large leather armchairs, and their table can be in the intimate room with fireplace among wines, candles and wooden furnishings, or among the lemon trees and the old stables looking out onto the interior garden. Weather permitting, it’s possible to eat outdoors where the herbal aromas enrich a location of extreme quality. In the evening the Vespasia restaurant puts on its most charming face with candles, silverware and crystal glass complementing the dishes prepared by chef Valentino Palmisano and his staff. Elegant, refined dishes, tradition and creativity, where colours, aromas and flavours take diners on a journey of discovery through the region, with its exceptional products, rich history, sobriety and love for good, healthy things. All in all, it’s the ideal location for memorable holidays and evenings. vespasianorcia.com
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Norcino meats and sausages and shepherd’s pecorino cheese, soup and homemade pasts, Chianina lamb, Castelluccio vegetables, truffles and game – not to mention a wine cellar of 600 labels with a special emphasis on sparkling wines
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The Lady of Chocolate Antonella Euli
These masterpieces of the chocolate maker’s art embody the taste of Calabria in every bite. Each one is a story with flavours of citrus, forest fruit and, most of all, love
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ristina Quattrone, a cultured, elegant woman, former English teacher, has a burning passion for chocolate. It’s almost as intense as her love for her native region, Calabria, with its aromas and flavours, art and history. Her close encounter with the food of
the gods happened a few years ago, almost by chance – a workshop in Milan, studies and research and then the desire to put her new knowledge and skills to the test. She decided to do this in a city, Reggio Calabria, with no real tradition of chocolate. In 2005 Cristina opened Color Cioccolato, her very artisanal, very feminine chocolate maker’s at via Prato 2, putting her heart and Calabria into every one of her creations. The result is little milk or dark chocolate masterpieces enfolding the story of her beloved region. Almonds and pistachios, chestnuts, hazelnuts and walnuts, as well as aromatic citrus fruit and spices, each creation with a different name, inspired by mythological characters. We love talking about her chocolate eggs. Rather unusual, as the surprise lies concealed in the egg within the egg – like a precious matrioska doll the dark chocolate hides a milky heart, within which nestles a flavoured shell, and so on until we reach the centre and discover another wonderful flavour. And we enjoy talking about this lovely lady’s noble spirit - without making a show of it she donates a part of her income to the children of Madagascar. With the same kind of love she devotes to her chocolate. colorcioccolato.it
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A Family Story Antonella Euli
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ur story began in 1931 with my grandfather, Giovanni Avanzi. He was only twenty-three
when he
went into the wine business with
his inn in Brescia. His customers began to ask for the wine for domestic consumption that they tasted at the inn. He opened his first wine cellar in Manerba del Garda, a move that involved great sacrifices. All the wine produced was a red whose alcohol content wasn’t particularly high. In the
We met Nicola Avanzi from the winery on Lake Garda that bears his name, and he recounted the story of the cellars and wines
1960s my father Alessandro and uncle Gianpetro boosted production and initiated a period of intense innovation. They began to invest in vineyards, and eventually owned sixty hectares of cultivated land. There are four estates in the south-west Lake Garda region, where we produce Lugana DOC and the Riviera del Garda Classico DOC Valtènesi DOC in Rosso Superiore, Chiaretto Rosé and Groppello versions. We began to produce the first still whites, then the first rose and then we started with the first aged wines and the first sparkling whites”.
The Cantina Avanzi cellars where the fine wines are stored
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Our wines on the Italian market are distributed across the various regions through a network of specialist agents, and we’re present in around thirty countries abroad, where our products are handled only by importers or distributors who cover the various areas of their territory. Commercialisation follows almost directly. There’s a well-established relationship of trust and collaboration between our family and the companies who distribute our wines abroad. In some key markets like Germany, China or the USA we are backed by prestigious figures who add lustre to our brand
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D. Why are Italian wines regarded throughout the world
our white, and the Superiore Garda Classico. In Europe, where
as the finest?
there is a more deeply-rooted knowledge of Italian wines, we
R. The Made in Italy label is perceived in all fields as a
can also promote our sparkling Rosé and Lugana wines, and
guarantee of something unique, refined and of undeniable
the fine reds that can be laid down. In Asia, though, our most
quality. It’s generally acknowledged that everything we
successful products are full-bodied, incredibly long-lasting
produce is excellent. Italy boasts an incredible range of DOC
reds. The variety of styles we produce around Lake Garda
(controlled designation of origin - ed) and DOCG (controlled
enables us to position our DOCs in new markets with great
and guaranteed designation of origin - ed) wines. Every region
success.
has its different wines, and we can stand out because we use
D The great classics and new challenges
many native varieties. We’re different, our production reflects
R If you’re talking about great classics then I just have to
our creativity, the climate and soil are totally different around
mention two wines – Lugana di Sirmione and Chiaretto. The
the country and its islands so we can create wines with a very
new challenge, however, involves our ongoing experimentation
strong personality. Our wines are the ideal complement for
with a special, little-known variety, the Rebo. We only produce
our cooking, which is also famous throughout the world, and
13,000 bottles of this wine per year, and we’re experimenting
together with tourism and our extremely high quality standards
with some extreme aging methods in our cellars. It’s a red that
this has generated our global success.
needs to rest for years in the barrel and the results achieved
D What are the top wines for the international market?
in vertical tastings encourage us to expect incredible aging
R In the USA we focus on the Chiaretto, our rosé, the Lugana,
potential. avanzi.net
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Springtime brings thoughts of escape from the city, and even just a weekend is enough to recharge your batteries and shake off the rigours of winter on the shores of a lake, in the countryside or in the mountains
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ADLER SPA RESORT THERMAE, VAL D’ORCIA You’d normally expect a cold, formal interiors in a luxury hotel, so it comes as quite a surprise to be met by an invitation to feel free, light and untroubled – but that’s what awaits guests at the Adler, a five-star resort that soon reveals itself to be somewhere with a high feelgood factor, an embracing atmosphere that encourages them to shake off the burdens of everyday life. Now they can switch off completely and embrace a wonderful feeling of wellbeing. The breathtaking countryside introduces this new Adler experience, with the peace and quiet of Tuscany’s rolling Val D’Orcia hills, the flow of the thermal waters, the pure air and an infinite sky. The interior spaces generate a feeling of intimacy and warmth, and the Adler’s staff are friendly and attentive. All of this draws guests into a world of deep relaxation in an almost magical setting – a unique, unforgettable place they will inevitably want to return to. adler-resorts.com
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BORGO PIGNANO, VOLTERRA
comprises a series of suites of rooms, large communal spaces and a
Borgo Pignano is a private estate of around 300 hectares tucked
swimming pool with a magnificent view of the surrounding countryside.
among the hills in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, a few minutes
A series of farm buildings converted into apartments and lofts,
from Volterra and San Gimignano, a mediaeval city with UNESCO
surrounds the villa. Ideal for relaxation, where guests can let themselves
World Heritage Site status. Standing in an ancient hamlet of Etruscan
be pampered or entertained by activities andexcursions in the shape of
origin, the main building, an entirely renovated 18th-century villa,
visits to nearby mediaeval cities. borgopignano.com
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CASTELFALFI RESORT GOLF SPA, CASTELFALFI A 5-star resort in a mediaeval hamlet nestling in the green Tuscan countryside, offering 120 rooms, the La Via del Sale restaurant, a Golf Club with a 27-hole course, the largest in the area, wellbeing centre and swimming pools. It is based on a modern approach emphasising sustainability, built according to principles of bio-construction and using traditional materials like wood and stone, designed with special attention to energy savings to promote a 360-degree wellbeing philosophy and provide physical and environmental benefits. castelfalfi.com
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NUN ASSISI RELAIS&SPA MUSEUM, ASSISI An exclusive 5-star relais in Assisi’s historic centre, the result of a careful, painstaking restoration of the ancient nunnery of Santa Caterina, which dates back to 1275. Suites only, all different, and a Spa Museum in the walls of a Roman amphitheatre whose ruins can be admired as if they were preserved in a museum. The fine food in chef Emanuele Mazzella’s EAT gourmet restaurant and the Nun Spa Museum’s wellbeing offer give guests a unique, unforgettable sensory experience. The relais also has a special relationship with art – NUN regularly hosts temporary exhibitions of famous and emerging contemporary artists. nunassisi.com
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GRAND HOTEL MAJESTIC, VERBANIA It’s a stunning example of renewed Belle Époque architecture that welcomes guests into its refined and elegant environment while enjoying an enchanting view of Lake Maggiore. Located just minutes from the picturesque town of Pallanza in a prime position on a promontory overlooking the lake, the property is surrounded by beautiful gardens and stunning views of the Borromeo Islands, the surrounding mountains and the lake itself. As a member of the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World group, the Majestic works hard not only to deliver exclusive excellence in service, but also to maintain a sustainable relationship with the environment. Piedmont is the region where the Slow Food movement began, with the aim of protecting regional traditions, good food, gastronomic pleasure and a slow pace of life. Today, Slow Food is a global movement involving thousands of projects and millions of people in over 160 countries. La Beola, the hotel’s main restaurant, stays true to the movement, offering traditional recipes recreated with a modern flare. Don’t forget to enjoy the spectacular views of Lake Maggiore while you dine! grandhotelmajestic.it 92
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CASTELLO DI PETRATA, ASSISI An ancient 14th-century fortress a few kilometres from Assisi, the
salts and powders or detoxifying muds. To enjoy the natural beauty of
Castello di Petrata (part of the Les Collectionneurs group) hosts a
the untouched nature surrounding the castle to the full – twenty acres of
modern, intimate spa, ideal for a couple seeking to relax in complete
grounds with orchards, olive groves and a picturesque lake – guests can
privacy. There is a wide choice of cutting-edge treatments, including a
continue the wellbeing process outdoors, lounging comfortably in the
series based on mandelic or hyaluronic acid. Others exploit the benefits
open-air hydromassage pool with its panoramic view of Assisi and the
of stem cells, while some use special body scrubs based on marine
Vallata Umbra. castellopetrata.it
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The famous Italian Lifestyle is deeply rooted in our country’s history and culture, just like the example of “dolce vita” that Rome so vividly sets
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he famous Italian lifestyle is deeply rooted in our country’s history and culture. We’re used to sights of great beauty, and for us it’s normal to wake up to the breathtaking spectacle of the Amalfi Coast, to stroll in the shadow of the Colosseum or the Leaning
Tower of Pisa, to be surrounded by great works and experience a sort of endless Dolce Vita, enjoying a way of life that is the envy of the world. Of course, the golden age belongs to the past, but Rome, the capital of Italy and the Dolce Vita with its paparazzi, the international jet set, Cinecittà, via Veneto and Aïché Nana’s striptease in the 1958 photo by Tazio Secchiaroli that inspired a famous scene in Fellini’s film, have remained fixed in the collective imagination. Like the cafes on the Piazza del Popolo, where artists and intellectuals talked and savoured the high society atmosphere, or at the exhibitions and celebrations, in the salons and on the terraces, at bars and nightclubs like the Piper, the different worlds would meet and mix. A short Roman Holiday is all it takes to grab an opportunity to breathe this heady atmosphere. That’s what we did, choosing one of the city’s most spectacular hotels, an elegant 18th century building standing in the heart of classical Rome. The Colosseum, Forum and Oppian Hill are all close by. Below the windows of the suites gladiators trained in the Ludus
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Two ways of experiencing the Eternal City, one at the Palazzo Manfredi, an elegant hotel in centre of what was once imperial Rome, the other at the Palm Suites Manfredi, in an 18th-century building where history and a colonial atmosphere combine. Both are examples of a Dolce Vita where typically Italian taste and elegance reign supreme
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Magnus, still visible two thousand years later. Around the corner stand the Campidoglio, Domus Aurea and Michelangelo’s Moses, while further on we reach the Pantheon, Piazza Navona and Rome’s churches, palaces and villas. Our hosts were the Conti Manfredi, masters of style. We stayed in the brand-new Grand View Colosseum Suite on the ground floor, a 120-square metre apartment on two levels with an incredible view of the Ludus Magnus and Colosseum. Exclusivity is the watchword here, evident in the furnishings and the atmosphere itself. The icing on the cake is a spectacular top-floor balcony overlooking the Colosseum, the lovely setting for chef Giuseppe Di Iorio’s Michelin-starred Aroma Restaurant. And as we were in Rome we made the most of the Conti Manfredi’s exquisite hospitality and visited their other residence, the Palm Suites Manfredi, near the gardens of the Imperial Forum looking out onto the Basilica di Massenzio and the Colosseum. It’s only a five-minute stroll from Palazzo Manfredi and the palms, whose presence dates back to antiquity, have become a theme for the interior design of the suites. A perfect combination of charm and comfort, where the palm trees interpret the mood of the design. The furnishings are deliberately colourful and Viennese cane, floral and palm prints and polypropylene weaves featured by the furnishings are a recurring reflection of the link between the gardens and the interior, creating an immediate, natural transition. The result is a perfect combination of glamour and the Italian way of life. palazzomanfredi.com
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Bonvecchiati is a famous name in Venice, known for two hotels, one longestablished, the other an example of design excellence, and a unique restaurant overlooking a romantic canal, between St Mark’s and the Rialto
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t’s not often you can open the window and see – and almost touch – the most beautiful bell tower in the world. We’re in Venice, the bell tower we’re talking about is the magnificent example in St Mark’s square, and the window in question is at the Palazzo Bonvecchiati, a hotel in the city’s historic centre, standing
halfway between St Mark’s and the Rialto bridge. The sumptuous interiors exert a powerful appeal, but the real attraction is the hotel’s wonderful hospitality, making guests feel thoroughly at home. The style is definitely contemporarychic – unexpected, elegant, intended for fans of design hotels, except that this one is in the heart of a city boasting a history dating back many centuries. There are several types of accommodation, from suites to deluxe, all decorated with exceptional taste, while the social areas host contemporary art works. The
The atmosphere in the historic hotel on Calle Goldoni recalls the splendour of 16th-century Venice. The Palace, however, is where design and contemporary art reign supreme. Both magical places will remain in the heart for a very long time
reading room, breakfast room (American buffet with Venetian specialities) and restaurant are charming spaces, especially the restaurant, located just beside the door. The Palace is an annexe, or rather a development, of an older hotel, the Bonvecchiati, which is part of the same property. The Bonvecchiati is “only” two hundred years old – it dates back to 1790, and since that time has been the favourite haunt of the city’s lovers. This refined destination boasts top-level
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Guests awake when the gondolas pass beneath and the cries of the gondoliers greet the city. A privilege reserved for a select few, like the view of the sunset over St Mark’s, seen from one of the lovely suites looking out onto the balconies of Venice
facilities like the watergate for gondolas and motorboats, and is the most exclusive choice for unforgettable stays. Here, the Venetian style is given a modern interpretation, with marble and prized fabrics everywhere, in the lounges and rooms, while the magnificent lobby is the perfect spot for reading the international newspapers or enjoying an aperitif at the bar. The period building is also known for its terrace, which gives its name to the restaurant, an element that connects the Palace and the Bonvecchiati hotel. Bounded by a typical canal and the Calle Goldoni, it’s a magical place to dine. Recently given a superb renovation, despite the modern furnishings it retains its romantic appeal. The service is impeccable, and the food is excellent. The chef offers dishes from Venetian, Italian and international cuisine, creating an intriguing, wellbalanced menu with an unexpected touch of fantasy. There is an extensive wine list that includes the more important Italian and foreign labels, and guests can enjoy a nightcap at the bar, where a skilful bartender offers a selection of personal specialities. palacebonvecchiati.it
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ART & CULTURE
A SPECIAL FEATURE ON ART EVENTS IN ITALY
FERRARA “BOLDINI AND FASHION” Nobody has depicted the magic and settings of the Belle Epoque like Giovanni Boldini, and Ferrara, his native city, is celebrating him with an exhibition investigating the relationship between the artist and fashion. Boldini’s bewitching subjects, drawn from the cosmopolitan elite, plunge visitors into the elegance of Paris of the time through sketches, paintings, etchings, period dresses and works by Degas, Manet and Sargent, all interpreters of a period of transformation that embody the quintessence of modern life. Curated by Barbara Guidi with the collaboration of Virginia Hill Palazzo dei Diamanti - palazzodiamanti.it Until 2 June 2019
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MILAN “O AMOR SE FAZ REVOLUCIONÁRIO” Diego Sileo, Milanese curator and one of the greatest experts in contemporary Latin American art, introduces Italy to one of the top names on the international art scene - Anna Maria Maiolino. The artist, Italian in origin but Brazilian by adoption, creates works that are rich in vital energy, inspired by images of women’s everyday experience and the experience of Brazil’s oppressive dictatorship in the 1970s and 80s. At the PAC, however, she has created a site-specific installation and a new performance. Curated by Diego Sileo
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PAC Pavilion of Contemporary Art Until 9 June 2019 pacmilano.it
The wide-ranging retrospective dedicated to the Dutch genius comprises a collection of 200 works that begin with Escher and extend to the present day. As well as presenting the artist’s works, the exhibition also includes a large section examining Escher’s influence on successive generations, from advertising to the cinema, discs, cartoons and much more besides.
“CARAVAGGIO AND THE GENOESE – BUYERS, COLLECTORS, PAINTERS” “Caravaggio and the Genoese” is a journey through the past, exploring the relationships between the artist, who lived in Genoa in 1605, the period when he produced the famous Ecce Homo in Palazzo Bianco, and his influence on the Genoese clientele who sought and commissioned works in the Caravaggio style. Caravaggio and his followers embodied an important period in the story of Genoese art, evidence that the city was a unique cultural and artistic crossroads. Curated by Anna Orlando
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Palazzo della Meridiana Until 24 June 2019
THE ART SIDE OF KARTELL
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In 2019, Kartell celebrates its 70th anniversary by organising a large exhibition in the prestigious Appartamento dei Principi of the Palazzo Reale. The exhibition, curated by Ferruccio Laviani and Rita Selvaggio, investigates how the future was imagined in the past through objects, experiences, archive materials, moving images, paintings, documents, prototypes and new commissions, all taking part in a dialectic that associates analytical and formal processes. It includes and describes some of the most important chapters in the history of Kartell’s production and changes in society in recent decades. Curated by Ferruccio Laviani e Rita Selvaggioa Palazzo Reale, Milan Until 12 maggio 2019 palazzorealemilano.it
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Southern Italy was one of the artist’s favourite places – he met his wife in Campania and drew inspiration from the region to make fifteen prints depicting the Amalfi Coast. Curated by Mark Veldhuysen and Federico Giudiceandrea PAN Palazzo delle Arti Napoli Until 22 April 2019 mostraescher.it
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VENICE “CANALETTO AND VENICE” The exhibition, which promises to be the event of the season, depicts an extraordinary century and one
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of its most significant artists, Giovanni Antonio Canal, known as Canaletto, the vedutist painter whose
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work made Venice famous throughout the world. And
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what better venue could there be than the majestic setting of the Ducal Palace to display this great artist’s mastery? Curated by Alberto Craievich Palazzo Ducale Until 9 June 2019 palazzoducale.visitmuve.it
FLORENCE
“SURROGATES. AN IDEAL LOVE” In the space dedicated to photography of the Prada
“VERROCCHIO, LEONARDO’S TEACHER” The rooms of the Palazzo Strozzi are hosting a large exhibition of over 120 works by Andrea del Verrocchio, an exceptional figure in Renaissance Florence. It also brings together for the first time famous masterpieces by Verrocchio and the works of the most famous artists who spent time as his pupils in his studio, including Domenico del Ghirlandaio, Sandro Botticelli, Pietro Perugino and Leonardo da Vinci. Curated by Francesco Caglioti and Andrea De Marchi Palazzo Strozzi
Foundation American artists Jamie Diamond and Elena Dorfman explore the concepts of the familial, romantic and erotic love that develops between human beings and surrogates, like hyper-realistic dolls. The exhibition comprises three series of works, and without prejudice seeks to document love in its many forms and the various interactions between humans and their inanimate companions. Curated by Melissa Harris Osservatorio in Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II Until 22 July 2019 fondazioneprada.org
Until 14 JULY 2019 palazzostrozzi.org
ROME “JOINT IS OUT OF TIME” With the extensive exhibition “Time is Out of Joint”, the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary in Rome completes an in-depth process of transformation and reorganisation. The new show, curated by Saretto Cincinelli and Bettina Della Casa, highlighted the willingness to live the present time, presenting reflections and inspirations by contemporary artists, with the museum’s most famous pieces flanked by the works of seven contemporary artists of different ages from around the world - Elena Damiani, Fernanda Fregateiro, Francesco Gennari, Roni Horn, Giulio Paolini, Davide Rivalta and Jan Vercruysse. Curated by Saretto Cincinelli and Bettina Della Casa GNAM, Galleria Nazionale d’Arte Moderna e Contemporanea Until 2 June 2019 - lagallerianazionale.com
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The “City of Sassi” is one of the world’s most ancient urban settlements, but it remains capable of reinventing itself and launching itself towards the future, looking back on its past with a combination of respect and an awareness of the potential the region has to offer
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ike every self-respecting fairytale character the ugly duckling has turned into a swan, and the story of this city now resembles
one of those stories we can never get enough of. The caves hacked out of the tuff stone were stacked up in a jumble of overcrowded homes where entire families lived alongside their livestock. In later years these habitations were cleared and their residents were moved to new homes. In 1993 the city was awarded UNESCO World Heritage status. Meanwhile Matera grew and Italy’s national shame regained its pride and slowly began to carve out a role for itself, becoming a global focus of interest when it was named EUROPEAN CAPITAL OF CULTURE 2019. The timetable for the celebrations, is an ambitious one, offering forty-eight weeks packed with cultural events and initiatives to suit all tastes – music, dance, theatre, cinema, literature, sport, design, circus arts and a space dedicated to food. Five themes run through the year – Roots and Paths, Continuity and Breaks, Remote Future, Utopias and Dystopias, and Reflections and Connections. The daily events will be complemented by large exhibitions given the task of describing Matera and the Basilicata region - Ars Excavandi, The Renaissance seen from the South, The Poetry of Prime Numbers from 21 June, and Stratigraphies. Observatory of the Anthropocene, curated by photographer and film-maker Armin Linke, starting from 6 September. Lovers of Surrealism can visit the exhibition entitled Salvador Dalí - The Persistence of the Opposites at Matera’s Madonna delle Virtù and San Nicola dei Greci complex. I-DEA (Istituto Demo Etno Antropologico) will enjoy the collaboration of five great international artists who will use the archives of Basilicata to create five art installations. And Stefano Boeri will be responsible for the restyling of the Matera Centrale FA railway station.
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T he fashion a r t muse um in Mila n d e dic ate d to the unique A r ma ni st y le. D isc ove r a ll the c re ations of G iorgio A r ma ni’s ge nius a nd new ex hibition d e dic ate d to a rc hite cture
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n exhibition space that captures the essential Armani language
includes a series of sketches, drawings and photographs of the
in an area of just over 4,000 square metres, laid out over
House’s ready-to-wear and haute couture collections, and finally,
four floors on via Bergognone 40. Launched with the support
the Armani/Workshop, an educational cinema skills project for
of the Milan city authorities to coincide with the opening of
the creatives of tomorrow who are seeking to enhance their
Expo Milano 2015, an event where Giorgio Armani was “Special
knowledge of directing, set design and scriptwriting. To celebrate
Ambassador for fashion”, the venue displays Giorgio Armani’s
the Milan Furniture Fair, Giorgio Armani is opening the first exhibition
stylistic development through a selection of designs from 1980
dedicated to architecture in the Armani/Silos space, held from 9
to the present day, divided into themes - “Stars”, “Daywear”,
April to 28 July 2019. The Challenge examines the career of Tadao
“Exoticism, “Chromatism” and “Light”. The huge digital archive
Ando through his most important works. The narrative journey
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– designed by Tadao Ando with his studio, and in collaboration with the Centre Pompidou – is based around four main themes – Primitive shapes of space, An urban challenge, The Genesis of landscape and Dialogues with history. The retrospective also comprises over fifty projects, illustrated by sketches, original models, video installations, technical drawings, travel notebooks and photos taken by the architect. “I’d like to make architecture that will last for ever, not in its substance or shape, but as an indelible memory in people’s heart”, said Ando. armanisilos.com
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sites Touring Italy in search of art, in galleries or historic houses – and a resort that has become an Art Park Valeria Rastrelli
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e start in northern Italy, where we can encounter Africa at the Tenute La Montina di Monticelli Brusati Gallery of Contemporary Art with “A-frique” (until 31 July). Curated by the Africanartgate cultural association, the show depicts the recent
artistic decade of one of Africa’s most important and eccentric artists, Alberto Malendze from Mozambique, who signs his work as Malé (lamontina.com). We then make our way to the heart of the Sannio region, where an artist residence project has just been launched at the Aquapetra Parco d’Arte. During the year the resort village hosts Italian and international artists in residence, enabling them to work on a site-specific sculpture
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Opening, Andy Warhol in Puglia with his famous portrait of Liza Minnelli. Above, a work by Malé at the Gallery of Contemporary Art of the Tenute La Montina. Below, the Parco d’Arte of the Aquapetra Resort & Spa in Telese (Benevento)
project using local materials and enjoy a dialogue-encounter with the places, traditions and skills of Sannio (aquapetra.com). Finally we travel to Puglia, and the multi-venue exhibition “The Alchemist of the 1960s” dedicated to Andy Warhol (until 24 November) in the communes of Martina Franca, Mesagne and Ostuni. The exhibition features the artist’s most important series and the most representative objects, as well as the all-Puglia section Puglia Pop. pugliawalkingart.com
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