What is cannage? Cannage is a weaving technique using natural plant fibers—specifically rattan cane—mainly applied to create the seat or backrest of a chair. Rattan cane is a plant known for its flexibility and exceptional strength, making it ideal for this traditional craft.

Cannage was imported from Asia by our English and Dutch neighbors in the 1660s. Its popularity grew in the 1700s when it began to be used in royal court furniture, thanks to its many advantages—namely, its strength and lightness.

What is it that makes architecture truly breathtaking? What is it that, when you stand in front of it, makes you simply say “wow” and feel as though time has stopped?

Architecture is a complex art—indeed, a blend of many elements coming together. It’s about space and material, time and history, nature and context, emotions and perception. The combination of these elements can create something magical that goes beyond human rationality.

When it comes to design, I believe in trusting your gut. Taste isn’t something you can teach, so I select designs by falling in love with them. My branding background helps me choose partners who align with my vision, looking for brands that tell a compelling story and photograph well. Ultimately, each piece on my site is something I’ve fallen in love with.

We’ve just returned from Milan, heads full of color, shapes, materials—and stories. This year’s Salone del Mobile and Fuorisalone reminded us why we keep coming back: design here doesn’t just sit pretty; it moves, surprises, provokes. Here’s what caught our eyes, hearts, and imaginations at Milan Design Week 2025.

How do I become a decorator or interior designer? What tools do I need to master? Is training necessary? How do you reconvert to interior architecture? ... These are just some of the questions I'm going to try to answer from my own experience.

Upcycling is not just a trend, it's a way of life, a way of thinking and a way of being creative. It's an art that you can't learn at school (unless you've been to a 'free school' that encourages imagination and independence). It is the fruit of personal, imaginative research.

When you have a broken coffee table, for example, think Upcycling before you throw it away. You need to take the time to think about what can be repaired or what you can do with the reusable parts. You need to analyse the object piece by piece. The round part of the table could become a tray and the table legs fixed to the walls could be used as coat hooks.