DESIGNER HIGHLIGHTS
CLAUDIO BELLINI STUDIO
Since 1996, CLAUDIO BELLINI Studio has been creating conceptually driven designs that marry beauty with efficiency, grounded in a deep understanding of design thinking. With an open-minded and innovative perspective, the studio maintains a respect for design heritage and specializes in product, furniture, and interior design.
The studio’s multidisciplinary approach allows it to offer long-term consultancy across various domains, including graphic design, architecture, color/material/finish (CMF), and brand identity. By analyzing the complex dynamics of international markets, Claudio Bellini Studio has grown its client base to over a hundred companies spanning from the Far East to America. Today, it is recognized as one of Europe’s most influential design practices, continuously evolving through the creativity of its talented multinational team.
Susana Garavito, an architect trained at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, with additional design studies at the Politecnico di Milano and art studies in Florence, Italy, leads Basalto Studio with a vision inspired by nature’s pure elements, like basalt itself. This vision drives the studio’s approach to architecture, furniture, lighting, and accessories. Since its inception, Basalto Studio has earned recognition for its unique integration of architecture and furniture design, marked by simplicity and a natural aesthetic.
PININFARINA
Pininfarina embodies a design philosophy where beauty meets function, crafting products that seamlessly integrate elegance with advanced technology. Known for its Italian craftsmanship and commitment to innovation, Pininfarina takes a holistic approach to design, beginning each project with a thorough exploration of user needs, desires, and journeys. The "Experience Definition" process is fundamental, involving extensive research to create meaningful and engaging interactions.
At Pininfarina, every detail is meticulously crafted—from the balance of proportions and movement to the integration of materials and technology. This blend of style and interaction allows form and function to coexist harmoniously. By combining methodology, creativity, and innovation, Pininfarina consistently delivers designs that resonate on an emotional level. Known for its timeless creations in sectors like automobiles, architecture, and product lines, Pininfarina's work embodies the spirit of Italian design, focusing on experiences that captivate and endure.
BASALTO STUDIO
Basalto Studio is an architecture, design, and interior design firm based in Bogotá, Colombia, founded by Colombian architect Susana Garavito at the end of 2019. The firm specializes in residential, hospitality, commercial, and office spaces, as well as iconic furniture pieces, such as lamps woven from copper and tin threads, stools carved in purely geometric shapes, and large-format modular totems from the Endless Balance and Solé collections.
Susana Garavito, an architect trained at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, with additional design studies at the Politecnico di Milano and art studies in Florence, Italy, leads Basalto Studio with a vision inspired by nature’s pure elements, like basalt itself. This vision drives the studio’s approach to architecture, furniture, lighting, and accessories. Since its inception, Basalto Studio has earned recognition for its unique integration of architecture and furniture design, marked by simplicity and a natural aesthetic.