Kitchenware & Tableware

When it comes to kitchen design and food preparation, even the simplest objects deserve careful consideration, especially those that come into direct contact with food. The choice between wooden and plastic chopping boards is not just a matter of personal preference, but also affects hygiene, durability, sustainability and the overall user experience.

One of the most debated aspects when choosing a wooden chopping board is the orientation of the grain. Edge grain and end grain boards differ significantly in terms of their structure, resistance to cuts and effect on knife edges.

In kitchen design, every material tells a story and when wood comes into contact with food, its finish plays a key role in that narrative. If you're designing a knife handle, a serving tray, or a decorative fridge shelf, the surface must meet strict food-contact regulations while preserving the natural beauty and feel of the wood.

Our approach to kitchenware is evolving. Materials are now chosen for their impact on health, the planet and everyday life, as well as for their appearance and practicality. One of the most discussed examples is the plastic cutting board. Research has shown that, during food preparation, tiny fragments of plastic can detach from their surface and end up in our food. Once ingested, these microplastics accumulate in the human body and have already been found in blood, tissues and even the brain.

When designing a kitchenware collection, storage is never an afterthought. The way a knife is stored is important because it affects how safe it is to handle, how easy it is to access and how the whole product is perceived.

Nowhere in the world is coffee just coffee. From the morning espresso that marks the start of the day in Milan, to the meticulously brewed pour-over in Tokyo, preparing coffee has become an opportunity for focus, precision and enjoyment. Like every ritual, its quality is defined not only by the ingredients used, but also by the tools employed to create the experience.

You can learn a lot about a brand based on what's on the table.

Every high-quality wooden product starts with a decision about materials. While design defines form and function, it’s the raw material, its origin and its intrinsic value that determine a product's true quality. 

Before trends, colours and style, there’s the material itself.

In knife design, the handle forms part of the product's core identity.