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Gualtieri an historic café in Florence

THE REINASSANCE OF GUALTIERI CAFE

Ginevra Gualtieri, the third generation of Gualtieri pastry, has undertaken a bold revolution by embracing innovation with careful restoration that has brought back the enchanting atmosphere of the 1930s to the heart of the area beyond the Arno River called Oltrarno.This meticulous restoration is not just a return to roots, but a true "renaissance" that has transformed the entire pastry experience, bringing it in line with modern tastes while preserving its historical and generational character intact.

A PRESTIGIOUS GLOW: CUSTOM LIGHTINGS

In this transformation, a unique collaboration with Il Bronzetto, another historic reality located in Oltrarno, to maintain tradition but with a touch of modernity, giving rise to extraordinary details: brass chandeliers, as well as sconces, characterized by special milk-colored glass spheres, are custom-made with the utmost precision and passion. Bronzetto has sought to convey what the company has been doing for generations: tell the very essence of tradition and innovation through its products.

THE LOGO AS A DISTINCTIVE AND IDENTIFYING MARK

The logo, reproduced in the entrance handle, is made of brass by Bronzetto, and is the sign of the identity of the Gualtieri pastry shop since its opening, also used to sign its delicacies, it is part of an unforgettable experience from the moment which customers cross the entrance threshold. The logo blends harmoniously with the elegant design of the door, creating a warm and unique welcome.

When details become part of the project

This becomes especially clear in completed interiors.

At Villa Gli Arcipressi, in the hills of Florence, custom-made brass handles and knobs become part of a shared material language between architecture, furnishings and decoration.

At Villa La Marchesina, in Puglia, bespoke brass handles inspired by local fruits and plants connect craftsmanship, territory and contemporary design.

In the projects by Archicona Studio, instead, knobs and handles become tools for personalisation. Collections such as Oceano and Chalet introduce forms inspired by the marine world and the forest, giving each interior a distinctive identity.

Three different languages, one shared principle: the handle is not simply added at the end of the project. It is part of it.

Design and personalisation

With over 100 models of handles and knobs, Bronzetto offers shapes and inspirations suitable for very different kitchen styles, from essential geometries to more organic and decorative forms.

The finish also plays an important role, allowing each detail to create contrast, blend with the surrounding materials or stand out as a precious accent.

And when required, dimensions, proportions and details can be developed to measure.

Because choosing a handle means choosing much more than a function.

It means defining the relationship between hand, material and space.

After all, the character of a kitchen can also be recognised in the way it opens.

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