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["UNPRECEDENTED NAPLES Architect Giuliano dell\u2019Uva invites us to discover his new studio in the historic centre. A 17th-century palace with period spaces and hyper-current projects words by Filippo Romeo \u2014 photos by Nathalie Krag","","In one of the living rooms, the ancient mid-18th century ceiling paintings interact with William Kentridge\u2019s tapestry, courtesy Lia Rumma Napoli, and historical masterpieces such as the Jumbo coffee table and the Mezzo Oracolo lamp, both by Gae Aulenti. Osaka sofa by Pierre Paulin, La Cividina, carpet by CC-Tapis. On the wall, 1960s wall sconces by Gino Avena for the Majestic Hotel in Naples, Massimo Caiafa Gallery. Opposite page, the sequence of rooms leading from the entrance to the main hall. In the background, Joy lamp by Draga & Aurel. Carpets by CC-Tapis, vintage chair by Gio Ponti for Bonacina. In the foreground, coffee table by Tsukasa Goto for Forma&Cemento (just presented at EDIT Napoli). 153 ELLE DECOR","The former ballroom, now a design space, preserves the original mid-18th century decorations by Fedele Fischetti. The ceiling canvas is a fine example of Neapolitan painting. The desks\/tables were created in the 1960s by Silvio Coppola for Bernini. Brass and iron candelabra designed by Giuliano dell\u2019Uva. Between the two windows, Joy lamp by Draga & Aurel.","Naples, Via Monte di Dio. Behind Piazza del Plebiscito, a stone\u2019s throw from the Royal Palace and the San Carlo Theatre, not far from the Quartieri Spagnoli and very close to the elegant Chiaia district, the Neapolitan architect Giuliano dell\u2019Uva has just inaugurated his new headquarters. \u201cIt was not easy to find it and equally complex to bring it back to life and to this function\u201d, the designer explains. \u201cThe flat is on the main floor of the 17th-century Palazzo Caracciolo di Sant\u2019Eramo (now Mirelli di Teora) which, during the Belle Epoque, was home to one of the most sought-after cultural salons. A representative location, chosen not only to meet the needs of an evolving studio \u2014 Giuliano has a staff of around twenty collaborators working with him \u2014 but as a real calling card, the place where the architect\u2019s design style and passions can be displayed. \u201cThe previous studio was next my home, so it often happened that clients were welcomed into my living room, to get a preview of how their project would develop\u201d. The idea was therefore to organise a workspace with the necessary workstations, but at once recreate a domestic atmosphere. The same that we find in each room, in sequence, starting from the entrance hall and ending in the large workspace, once a gallery overlooking the historic Palazzo Serra di Cassano. \u201cThe dialogue between past and present is the hallmark of our studio. Often when we intervene, our aim is to enhance the best portions of a historical place, linking it to a new spatiality and contemporary furnishings\u201d. A year and a half of work has eliminated old false ceilings to give new light to frescoes hidden by time; total white rooms emphasise the new furnishings; satin-finished steel walls, surprisingly arranged, give a new twist to otherwise historicised corners. Everywhere there is design, of yesterday and today, with pieces from Caccia Dominioni to Gio Ponti, from Gae Aulenti to Draga & Aurel. \u201cThe choice of objects and the selection of materials is a fundamental component of our work. Here we have highlighted the layering of eras, emphasising quality details and eliminating less valuable elements in favour of the new\u201d. The external gallery, once used as a service passage, bordered by a 19th-century stained-glass window, now becomes a scenic material library. \u201cTo show our passion for ceramics, a material we often use, but also for wood, marble and metals, we tactically set them up in the veranda to make them more exposed to the light\u201d. Contemporary art, among the designer\u2019s interests, could not be missing either, with important works by Vera Lutter, David Tremlett and William Kentridge. \u201cThese are world-renowned artists who have established virtuous relationships with the city. They represent the commitment of gallery owners such as Lia Rumma and Alfonso Artiaco, with whom I love to collaborate, who are very attached to Naples while maintaining an open, international perspective\u201d. An approach to life and profession that we also perceive in Giuliano dell\u2019Uva\u2019s work. Tied to Naples, its beauty, its history, but profoundly topical. \u2014 155 ELLE DECOR","In the room devoted to meetings and calls, large T17 table designed in 1972 by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena, vintage chairs by Cassina with Kvadrat fabric. On the wall, a diptych by David Tremlett, courtesy Galleria Alfonso Artiaco. Opposite page, the entrance to the studio, defined as the \u2018memory room\u2019, in which a careful restoration has brought to light late 17th-century frescoes. On the wall, on the modular bookcase comprising different metals, Med vase designed by Giuliano dell\u2019Uva. On the table by Borsani for Tecno, Snoopy lamp by Castiglioni for Flos. Rive small armchairs by Draga & Aurel.","157 ELLE DECOR","158 ELLE DECOR","Inside Giuliano dell\u2019Uva\u2019s private studio, defined by steel and green lacquer walls. Table by Luigi Caccia Dominioni, chairs by Gio Ponti and Swedish chandelier by Anders Pehrson, 1970, from gallerist Alberto Cremonesi. Opposite page, the material library is in the late 19th-century veranda. On the shelves, samples and prototypes of flooring. In the background, Seconda chair by Mario Botta for Alias.","Opposite page, Gabriel Hendifar, art director and CEO of the design studio Apparatus, in his New York home. Wall sconces, bronze and suede curtains are by Apparatus. In the bedroom, a large, mirrored wall doubles the view of Bond Street and a vintage sculpture chair. Velours d\u2019Elegance curtains by Dekortex.","A PERSONAL STAGE IN NEW YORK by Helle Walsted \u2014 words by Francesca Molteni \u2014 photos by W+B 161 ELLE DECOR","162 ELLE DECOR","The living area, while respecting the layout designed by John Pawson, is turned into an interior expressing the personal style of the homeowner. Patterned sofa upholstered in celadon-coloured fabric by Pierre Frey. Like the ottomans, tables and lamps, everything is by Apparatus. On the wall, an ancient Japanese tapestry, from Sutter Antiques. Somali Panther rug by Stark. The \u2018Bound Puck\u2019 sculpture on the pedestal is by Peter Brooke-Ball.","164 ELLE DECOR","The dining room bordered by the scenic wardrobe with mirrored doors and bespoke bronze handles. In the foreground, a briarwood and brass table. Hanging lamps and chairs by Apparatus. Ancient Chinese vase by Naga Antiques. Montgomery rug by Stark. Opposite page, another view of the living room, with sofas, storage unit, lamps and cocktail tables by Apparatus.","\u201cI like to observe those who come into the house and wonder where they will sit, or how they will stand next to that piece of furniture, in that particular light. It\u2019s like creating a stage that becomes the theatre of life\u201d Gabriel Hendifar View and details of the living area. On the wall, ancient Japanese tapestry, by Sutter Antiques. Tassel Pendant lamps, marble and brass tables, all by Apparatus. Opposite page, in the master bedroom, brass bed with Zak+Fox fabrics. Above the headboard, \u2018Horsehair Man\u2019 by Liam Pitts. Lamps by Apparatus.","His enthusiasm is overwhelming as he shows us around that create a warm heart inside this perfect glass box\u201d. the house on his iPad, room by room, taking us on a virtual tour We ask him if it is true that he founded Apparatus in 2012 full of surprises. We are on Bond Street, in the centre of because he could not find the right lamps for his home. \u201cA lot was New York\u2019s NoHo, the enclave of artists and creatives. At happening in the lighting world at that time. Small design studios number 40, Herzog & de Meuron have designed an 11-storey were springing up, creating innovative, handcrafted projects. I building, inspired by the city\u2019s cast-iron architecture, with its too thought of bringing in modern shapes that, together with the fa\u00e7ade defined by a series of glass-clad columns. The effect is materials, could convey a sense of time, craftsmanship and spectacular. Here Gabriel Hendifar has chosen to live: he is the sensuality. This is how the brand was born, to create timeless artistic director and CEO of Apparatus, the studio that designs objects with a story to tell\u201d. Things to live with in your own home, and creates lamps, furniture and objects according to the like here, where Gabriel partly experiments with shapes and modernist principle of \u2018Gesamtkunstwerk\u2019, the total work of art. materials, exploring the emotional resonance of a mood or a Like his home. \u201cThe great thing about New York is that you can combination of elements. \u201cWhat is most important to me is to experience so many ways of living\u201d, he says, \u201cand this building understand how things are animated by people. I like to observe offers a unique experience. The space was designed by those who come into the house and wonder where they will sit, or John Pawson, and everything is treated in an essential manner\u2026 how they will stand next to that piece of furniture, in that What excited me was to add a layer, my way of dealing with particular light. It\u2019s like creating a stage that becomes the theatre materials and functions, with the idea of comfort first\u201d. Thus, of life\u201d. Everything here is designed and manufactured by starting from a rigorous structure, a long rectangle with beautiful Apparatus, except for two vintage Italian chairs. And, of course, windows facing the street, Gabriel added curves, sensuality and the artwork, such as the sculpture by Peter Brooke-Ball, softness, working on light and proportions. Large partition walls commissioned to stand next to the window. The model of with concealed sliding doors define the space, in a sequence of inspiration? \u201cVilla Necchi Campiglio in Milan, for the relationship living, dining and sleeping areas, decorated in his unique style between Portaluppi\u2019s original intention and the decoration that and connected by a carpet running through them. \u201cSo, by placing overlaps the architecture, an expression of the client\u2019s desire\u201d. the furniture along this line, it is like replicating the original The secret is in the tension and surprise, as in the theatre, when layout, but decorating it with velvets, furs and animal print fabrics the lights turn on illuminating the stage. \u2014 167 ELLE DECOR","168 ELLE DECOR","In Gabriel Hendifar\u2019s room, too, attention to the smallest details and the ability to create a true total design are apparent. On either side of the bed, covered in Zak+Fox fabrics, are two hanging lamps by Apparatus. Above the headboard, a work by Liam Pitts. Opposite page, detail of the open \u2018corridor\u2019 that sequentially connects all the spaces in the house, from the living room to the sleeping area.","","inside\u2013design Smart systems\/New colours\/Wellness accessories Refined and versatile. The Musa kitchen by Scavolini, created by Vuesse Design, is defined by exclusive finishes available in three colours with a pearl effect; the flat, squared cabinetry measuring 22mm is its distinguishing feature. Another bonus is the flexibility provided by the 75cm-wide modular bases. Pictured, the kitchen island with porcelain stoneware top, slatted Pecan oak doors, and handles with anthracite finish. scavolini.com by Tamara Bianchini and Murielle Bortolotto 171 ELLE DECOR","INSIDE DESIGN\/WELLNESS [1] [3] Wellness at 360 degrees, from tiles to tapware. Scents of sandalwood and patchouli waft through the room [2] [4] 1. Delta Zero by Newform is a complete collection of tapware for 172 ELLE DECOR the bathroom. Made of brass, in the finishes: gun metal, chrome, copper bronze, gold polish and opaque black and white, with light-reflecting fluted forms. newform.it 2. Kappa, a series of white body wall tiles, with polished or opaque finish. A concept by 41zero42, in one format of 5x20cm to be chosen from solid colours and to be interspersed with strips of different colours, also available in terracotta or timber. 41zero42.com 3. Progetto Air by Casabath, it consists of floating containers and wall units with a wooden frame, painted aluminium and extra-light glass in over fifty colours. To be complemented by the Riga washbasin in Monolith (from 40cm to 120cm), and the Round mirror with a sandblasted and backlit edge. casabath.it 4. Home Fragrances by Le Labo, the New York lab that creates body perfumes and scents for the room. Pictured, the fragrances Figue and Palo Santo 14, with notes of burnt wood, sandalwood, incense and patchouli. lelabofragances.com","INSIDE DESIGN\/PROJECTS The washbasin with a soft and sinuous touch seems smoothened by water. The selected tap with a black finish adds strength to the project Flou, the line of washbasins and bathroom fixtures designed by Niccol\u00f2 Adolini for Flaminia is distinguished by organic lines without edges, so that the ceramic appears to have been smoothened by water. Choose glossy black and white or select from eight matte finishes. The project is complemented by the Nok\u00e9 tapware by Patrick Norguet. ceramicaflaminia.it 173 ELLE DECOR","INSIDE DESIGN\/KITCHEN Three appliances with a professional spirit help out in the kitchen. Designer teapots to be put on display [1] 1. KFN4898 Freestanding refrigerator by Miele. With an innovative PerfectFresh Active system, which in addition to ensuring optimal temperature and humidity for the storage of fruit and vegetables, cyclically emits nebulised steam to keep the food fresh up to five times longer. miele.it 2. Kitchen Ice R290 by ITV Ice Makers Inc. distributed by BSD. Professional ice machine with minimalist design. itv.es 3. DFI676G XXL by Asko. A Scandinavian look for the dishwasher distributed by BSD, with a structure almost entirely made of steel. Additionally, nine water jets and hot air drying. it.asko.com 4. Materials: Matteo Thun and Antonio Rodriguez have designed the PVD teapots for Sch\u00f6nhuberFranchi, available in gold, silver, black and copper. schoenhuberfranchi.it [2] [3] [4] 174 ELLE DECOR","INSIDE DESIGN\/PROJECTS A stark, geometric space, in which the worktop is the hero and looks like a minimalist sculpture From the union of Frame and Blade, the kitchen systems by Modulnova designed by Carlo Presotto and Andrea Bassanello, Frame Marmo \u2013 Blade Edge, was conceived. A complete project in warm tones, with luxurious materials (walnut and Bianco Las marble) meshed thanks to the elegant Dust metal finish. At the centre, the Frame kitchen island is the hero, with a worktop thickness reduced to 12mm and which, at first glance, appears to be floating. The magic is made possible by the 10cm-high base hidden in the lower part of the cabinet. modulnova.it 175 ELLE DECOR","INSIDE DESIGN\/PROJECTS Everything needed to prepare award-winning dinners is concealed inside a fully equipped wooden container The b2 storage unit designed by Bulthaup ensures all the utensils you need in the kitchen are at your fingertips. Simply opening the pocket doors provides an immediate overview of the contents and optimal access. It\u2019s perfect for preparing gourmet lunches and dinners. The compact version is also available with double doors and an internal aluminium frame to store spices and other pantry items as well as bottles. The cases are made of solid maple and the stackable aluminium shelves permit to organise and set up the space intelligently. Once closed, the elegant-looking cupboard hides the aspiring chefs\u2019 clutter. bulthaup.com 176 ELLE DECOR","","INSIDE DESIGN\/MATERIALS Materials become coatings and turn into interior set designs. Winter windows and an on\/off command, less is more [1] [2] 1. Archi+ is a powdered mineral clay and aerial lime wall coating designed by Novacolor. Made with natural materials, it\u2019s applied onto surfaces in a single coat. novacolor.it 2. Mono by PLH is a collection of switches designed by Enrico Corelli, who by working on formal synthesis has created a push-button panel with a body and circular solid aluminium switches. Four control functions, Cerakote ceramic finish and sixteen colours to be combined between plate and buttons. plhitalia.com 3. Exclusive, designed by Antolini, it contains the most sought-after marbles and quartzites. Such as Br\u00e8che Fantastique, a marble with grey veining and sandy hues that fade to white, ideal for interiors. antolini.it 4. Ultratop, sliding French window by Isolcasa. A solution that offers enormous brightness and a simple transition between inside and outside. White PVC with a plain contour and concealed hardware. isolcasa.it [3] [4] 178 ELLE DECOR","","INSIDE DESIGN\/PROJECTS Northern aesthetics. Arriving from England is a palette of elegant paints for exclusive graphic wall games Nine shades and three categories of new hues, plus eight reissued archival colours. Paint & Paper Library, a London-based brand, presents a range of water-based paints characterised by soft tones ranging from green to Cayman blue, from red earth to yellow and pink. Also suitable for use on wood, metal, PVC and ceramic; designed to be matched, the colours create new palettes for both inside and outside spaces. paintandpaperlibrary.com 180 ELLE DECOR","","","design\u2013book Camo and abstract patterns\/Oriental styles and stripes\/Long live adornment Dynasty Re-edition The Exclusive Wallpaper collection designed by Carlo Colombo for LondonArt looks like it was borrowed from his own wardrobe. With golden stripes and lines on a neutral background, greige on five available backings, and in six elegant shades. londonart.it by Murielle Bortolotto 183 ELLE DECOR","DESIGN BOOK\/FABRICS & WALLPAPER [1] [2] [3] 1. Tea Cat, embroidered cotton satin by Rubelli, in a single chromatic variation with delicate oriental motifs. 140cm high, it\u2019s designed to upholster armchairs and sofas. rubelli.com 2. Aruba by Casamance. Decorative panel (204x300h cm) in three colours, with patterns inspired by the small Caribbean island hosting fantastical flora and fauna. casamance.com 3. Nympha, from the Evoke collection by Sahco, is created utilising digital printing techniques on recycled cotton canvas. In five colour combinations, from grey teal and pistachio to olive pink, caramel green and golden brown. kvadrat.dk 184 ELLE DECOR","An Easterly wind blows through the interiors, covering walls and furnishings. With sophisticated hues turning into delicate blue shades Volare is a wallpaper designed by Lorenzo De Grandis for Wall&Dec\u00f2. Available in two variations, in blue or bronze hues on four backings, it depicts a romantic landscape where branches and swallows in flight are reflected in the water. wallanddeco.com 185 ELLE DECOR","DESIGN BOOK\/FABRICS & WALLPAPER [1] [2] 1. Erbaluce by Dedar. Jacquard intertwining a warp in five polychrome yarns and overlapping gradient contours on a camo design with textured chevron pattern. Pictured, the Soleil en For\u00eat variation, also available in two other colours. dedar.com 2. FeiFei is a polyester with a camo effect, ideal for curtains (height 143cm). Part of the Atelier Collection of the Swiss brand 4Space, it comes in a single colour variation. 4space.ch 186 ELLE DECOR","Jacquard fabrics with solid colours and gradient effects. An eye-catching game of camouflage Roya, for curtains and upholstery, is part of the Contemporary Persia collection designed by Hadi Teherani for Christian Fischbacher. On the luxurious jacquard, the colours and landscapes of Iran fade into a camo effect of earthy tones and bolder shades. Height 138cm, in five colours. fischbacher.com 187 ELLE DECOR","DESIGN BOOK\/FABRICS & WALLPAPER Serenissima Wall, in eight chromatic Photos Andrea Ferrari variations, it\u2019s part of the new collection of textile wall coverings by Dedar. Made of slub linen gauze, digitally printed, its colour combinations captivate the eye. The width of the line evokes other worlds, from sports uniforms to Venice\u2019s colourful mooring poles. dedar.com 188 ELLE DECOR","Against neutral or white backgrounds, the stroke is water coloured. Striped with fluid marks or a graphic pattern [1] [2] [3] 1. Ombrellino, wallpaper in ten colours designed by Elena Borghi for C&C Milano. It\u2019s part of the Atelier line, consisting of wallpapers and fabrics with watercolour touches. cec-milano.com 2. Haldon by Designers Guild is a recycled wool fabric with lightweight and sophisticated stripes that overlap slightly. Pictured, the Moss shade, also available in four other hues. designersguild.com 3. Delphi, the lightweight cotton fabric by Fortuny, features unusual contours. It\u2019s a preview of the upcoming 2023 collection of the historic brand based in Venice\u2019s Giudecca, which this year celebrates 100 years. fortuny.com 189 ELLE DECOR","DESIGN BOOK\/FABRICS & WALLPAPER [1] [2] 1. Tabala, a decorative jacquard made of viscose, silk and linen by Black Edition, distributed by Romo, is defined by painterly patterns. Pictured, in the shade of Teal, but also available in the colours Indium and Mehndi, it\u2019s 140cm high and is conceived for curtains and upholstery. blackedition.com 2. Castellaras by Pierre Frey. Graphic wallpaper with abstract colour fields from Les Dessins 6 Collection, in three variations: Mexico, Oslo and Tuscany. pierrefrey.com 190 ELLE DECOR","To be displayed inside the rooms, abstract designs with scenic colour backgrounds. A trend characterising wallpapers and fabrics Prends Garde. The French brand Aster\u00e9 presents its third collection created in collaboration with international artists, in which precious yarns and handmade weaves turn into works of art. Pictured, the tapestry designed by Atelier Roberto Fantoccoli, to be showcased in interiors, is part of the series comprising seven textile paintings. astere.fr 191 ELLE DECOR","","Deconstructions. At the Centro Bot\u00ecn in Santander, Renzo Piano\u2019s \u2018Visi\u00f2n expandida\u2019 stages Mexican Dami\u00e0n Ortega\u2019s space explorations, with a focus on large hanging sculptures (photo, \u2018Warp cloud\u2019, 2018). Curated by Vicente Todol\u00ec, until 26\/2\/2023. centrobotin.org n.b. November \u2014 Exhibitions, events and openings. The best of contemporary art and new expressions in Italy and Europe by Piera Belloni Photo Bel\u00e9n de Benito 193 ELLE DECOR","","N.B. NOVEMBER Aldo Rossi, \u2018La cabina dell\u2019Elba\u2019. In Milan A view of the exhibition \u2018Le dialogue Claude Monet-Joan Mitchell\u2019, with \u2018Agapanthus\u2019 by Claude Monet. In Paris Design in Milan \u2014 Opening on 8 November at the Antonia Jannone gallery Aida Muluneh, \u2018The shackles of limitations\u2019, is \u2018Aldo Rossi. Cabina dell\u2019Elba\u2019, a special project celebrating the 40th 2018. In Metz anniversary of the famous piece being manufactured by the furniture studio Photos Olivia Gozzano \u2013 Fondation Louis Vuitton \/ Marc Domage \u2013 \u00a9 Courtesy of the artist and WaterAid, Aida Bruno Longoni, since 1983. For the occasion, an edition of 9 miniature Muluneh \u00a9 Arthur Simms, courtesy of the artist and Martos Gallery, \u00a9 ph. Ben Westoby \u2013 photo Matt Alexander specimens, 20 cm high, artist\u2019s proofs and some of the architect\u2019s drawings will be on display. Until 29\/12. antoniajannone.it Comparisons between authors in Paris \u2014 Until 23\/2\/2023 the Fondation Louis Vuitton hosts \u2018Le dialogue Claude Monet-Joan Mitchell\u2019, which puts the last period of the French painter into context with the \u2018Water lilies,\u2019 painted in Giverny, and the work of the American artist who with Monet shared a sensitivity for light and colour. fondationlouisvuitton.fr Artistic utopias in Metz \u2014 Writers, filmmakers and creatives are brought together in \u2018Les portes du possible\u2019, an investigation into art and science-fiction, at the Centre Pompidou. From 5\/11 to 10\/4\/2023, with over 200 works sparking conversations on our reality and the possibility of other worlds. centrepompidou-metz.fr Collective in Naples \u2014 Opening at the Galleria Thomas Dane is \u2018Mettere al mondo il mondo\u2019 (Bringing the world into the world), which cites a saying by Alighiero Boetti of 1971, and here signifying the creative reinvention of used objects, turned into art installations. On show besides Boetti are Cecilia Vicuna, Arthur Simms, Tacita Dean, Ser Serpas and Abraham Cruzvillegas, among others. The latter is in residence until 23\/12. thomasdane.com Solo exhibit in London \u2014 The full-colour world of Yinka Ilori, Nigerian artist, graphic artist and designer who grew up in London, is being portrayed at the Design Museum with over 100 objects, including artworks, photographs, furnishings, textiles, architecture and urban projects such as the London pedestrian crossings or the Barking playground transformed by colour. \u2018Parables of happiness\u2019, until 25\/6\/2023. designmuseum.org Yinka Ilori, Creative A view of the exhibition Courts. In London \u2018Mettere al mondo il mondo\u2019, works by Arthur Simms. In Naples 195 ELLE DECOR","","",""]