Few things make a home as magical as lighting. That’s why I always pay special attention to light sources in my projects. Over the years, the artisans at Il Bronzetto have helped me make every room unique. Wall sconces, floor lamps, table lamps, and chandeliers, all crafted with exceptional care using a wide range of materials. Over time, I’ve come to appreciate both their production line and their remarkable ability to bring my ideas to life.

My design projects can only be truly satisfying when there is a perfect match between what I envision and what is ultimately created. I collaborated with Il Bronzetto on the restyling of Hotel de la Ville, part of the Rocco Forte Hotels chain, and I found artisans who are both forward-thinking and deeply rooted in traditional craftsmanship. Their expertise allowed them to bring my designs to life with absolute precision.

I have worked closely with Bronzetto for many years for many of our hotels. They have made beautiful pieces for us in bronze, glass and Crome. Complicated bar tables for Donovan’s bar in Browns Hotel, bronze console tables for our hotels in Florence,Rome and Brussels and wonderful leaf handles in my newest hotel in Sussex. 

I love working with Bronzetto, it is always fun and exciting and stepping into their shop/ workshop is like stepping back a hundred years into a true artisan workshop. They do what they promise and are always willing to try something new. I strongly recommend them. 

Florentine artisanal heritage has been a part of my life since birth. Growing up in the Tuscan hills, surrounded by art and architecture, nurtured my passion for beauty and Italian craftsmanship. I met Simone and Francesca just as I was shaping the idea of Artemest, and Il Bronzetto was one of the first artisans to join the project.

Our journey into high-end Italian craftsmanship began with them: the Wormhole floor lamp was among the first products sold on Artemest, marking the start of an extraordinary adventure that continues to this day.

Il Bronzetto is an essential partner for us in every project, making each one unique and inspiring. They are at the heart of our hospitality. From the very beginning, we formed a natural connection with Francesca and Simone, built on shared values: family tradition, a love for beauty, an eye for detail, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence.

The dedication they have shown throughout this journey together is the purest expression of our shared passion for authentic craftsmanship.

Our relationship with Il Bronzetto began with our very first project, Soprarno on Via Maggio.

From the very first project in 2014, we found in Il Bronzetto the kind of flexibility and professionalism capable of accommodating even the boldest requests. As good—actually, excellent—artisans, they simply cannot accept the idea of not fulfilling a need. Saying no is never an option.

Versatility, availability, and efficiency have been the keys to our continued collaboration in our following projects: AdAstra in 2016 and Oltrarno Splendid in 2019.

We are happy to have worked with Il Bronzetto and its spin-off Brass Brothers so far, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration with them.