Our EDIT Napoli photo journal
Che Bella!
We came. We saw. We fell in love. The debut of design fair EDIT Napoli—the first fair of its kind dedicated exclusively to independent makers—was a big hit, and we were so grateful to be on the ground and in the mix. Scroll on to see some of our favorite projects and moments from the design-driven week. Until next year!
Italian designer Antonio Aricò made an excellent showing in two spaces at EDIT Napoli. His own space spotlighted his unforgettable, drool-worthy Jewel Pillows capsule collection for Luisa Via Roma. And for Pamono, our favorite southern Italian unveiled his new Parlantina Chairs. Get 'em while they're hot! Photo © Roberto Pierucci / Photo © A. Muscatello / Photo © Antonio Aricò
Rugs and lighting from the inimitable Italian designer Andrea Anastasio installed at Edit Napoli. These clever, handmade rugs have grommeted holes to preempt any worries about future moth meals. Photos © Roberto Pierucci
Dutch designer Max Lipsey's Woven Seating sported a gorgeous palette of Kvadrat textiles. "EDIT was a great experience," Max tells us. " The space was really special, and everyone seemed to be walking around with a smile on their face. Was it the sunshine? The city? The exhibits? Whatever the formula, it made everyone seem delightfully approachable, and I came away with some good contacts and memories." Photos © Casper Sejerson
We were first charmed by Milan-based Francesca Avian and Erica Agogliati of Flatwig Studio
during Milan Design Week. So we were so happy to see they were are neighbors at EDIT Napoli. The duo's new Mama Punch set, launched in Naples, is outstanding! They say, "EDIT Napoli was a fabulous experience for a variety of reasons: the location, the people involved, the relaxed atmosphere… The biggest takeaway from this experience was meeting companies and professionals for future collaborations." Photos © Amandine Alessandra
Vicenza-based master of glass Simone Crestani
wowed us with his intricate, delicate, gravity-defying work. We're particularly fond of his aptly named Alchmica Glassware Collection. Photo © Roberto Pierucci / Photo © Fabio Zonta
Milan-based editors Subalterno1 presented E’ Testè—Le Teste, an installation of experimental vessels created by Massimiliano Adami, Fabio Bortolani, Breaking the Mould + Materiaterza, Carlo Contin, Antonio Cos, Andrea Gianni, Asia Samimi, and Paolo Ulian
. The materials were, in a word, outstanding. "For us, EDIT Napoli was a true mediterranean adventure, full of friendly encounters, pleasant conversations, and exchanges of views—practically, a real market square," say Subalterno1's art director Marcello Pirovano. Photo © Roberto Pierucci / Illustrations © Subalterno1
"Clay for millennia has been molded, imprinted, casted to make artifacts," says Italian designer-maker Gaetano Di Gregorio. "My current practice investigates the plastic qualities of clay and experiments with making as a sedimentary process—accumulating, mixing and aggregating instead of modeling. Works are fired and patiently sanded to highlight the random beauty of the assemblages." So lovely. Photo © Roberto Pierucci / Photo © Gaetano Di Gregori
Bleu Napolitain • White Landscapes presented at EDIT Napoli by the always intriguing French designer Constance Guisset. The pieces themselves were stunning; her Zacatecas Lamp, crafted of wood, unidirectional linen, blown glass, and LED, for example, is sublime. And we were head-over-heels for this gorgeous color story evoking Mediterranean living. Photo © Roberto Pierucci / Photo © Constance Guisset
KANZ Architects
from Venice standout with their Ikebana for Beginners vessels in Borosilicate glass and brass. Flowers as mini-architectures! Photos © Robert Vicentini
Italian designer and street artist Domenico Orefice sourced clays from Brindisi and Tuscany to create his Le Terre ceramic vases and amphorae. Not pictured here are his Charta Coffee Tables, made of pressed cotton cellulose and pigments. This talent has a knack for texture and materials, and tells us, "It is time for design to arrive in southern Italy." Photos © Domenico Orefice Design Studio
Historic Florentine ceramics manufactory Bitossi Ceramiche presented a selection of classics from Aldo Londi and Ettore Sottsass alongside newer collections from Michele De Lucchi, Dimorestudio, Formafantasma, Benjamin Hubert, Max Lamb, , Nathalie du Pasquier, Quincoces-Dragò, Christoph Radl, George Sowden
, Bethan Laura Wood, and Marco Zanini
. Photo © Roberto Pierucci / Photo © Bitossi Ceramiche
The editors of three-year-old Italian brand Manufatto discover and collaborate with amazing artisanal talents around Italy. They have a lot to offer, but we couldn't take our eyes off of the Ballerina Vases, a striking assemblage of Borosilicate glass and woven reeds, produced by expert basketmaker Dante Luzzi from Tuscany. Photos © Manufatto
Lebanese designer Nayef Francis showcased a delightful collection of furniture and lighting—at once glamorous and relaxed. "EDIT Napoli was all about bringing together designs that are unique in both content and spirit," Nayef tells us. "I have been to many exhibitions in Europe and the Middle East, but no one yet has the curation and the message of EDIT Napoli. The assembly of talented, hard working designers—all driven by passion and a solid profound message—was a joy to witness and be part of." Photos © Nayef Francis Design Studio
For decades Italian designer Massimiliano Adami has been pioneering experimental techniques and materials, especially in upcycled plastics. And his work—like the Softcrack Bowls and Girella Stools—remains as strong as ever. "I was very happy to expose my new works at this first edition of EDIT Napoli, after many years of avoiding fairs," says Massimiliano. "The public greatly appreciated the fair—both the 'design addicts' and the local people. Sowing new seeds will bring great things!" Photo © Massimiliano Adami / Photo © Emanuele Zamponi
More to Love
Marble Vase by Paolo Ulian & Moreno Ratti, 2014
Lucerne Ornamental Plates by Flatwig Studio for Tessa Eastman, Set of 4
Ondula Clothes Hanger by Flatwig Studio
Small Salvadané Piggy-Bank in Clay by Domenico Orefice for Man de Milan
Small Mulino Walnut Bookcase by Domenico Orefice for Man de Milan
Railhiera Oak Cabinet with Railing by Domenico Orefice for Man de Milan
Teodora Dressing Table by Elena Salmistraro for Lithea
Vase by Marco Zanini for Bitossi, 2016
Tall Square Vase by Max Lamb for Bitossi, 2017
Vase by J. Sowden for Bitossi, 2016
Guadalupe Vase A by Bethan Laura Wood for Bitossi, 2016
Guadalupe Bowl F by Bethan Laura Wood for Bitossi, 2016
Seams Vase with Lid E by Benjamin Hubert for Bitossi, 2015
Maniace Coffee Table by Elena Salmistraro for Lithea
Low Etna Coffee Table by Martinelli Venezia Studio for Lithea
Egadi Bowls by Fabio Fazio for Lithea, Set of 3
Egadi Bowls by Fabio Fazio for Lithea, Set of 3
Nichi Coffee Tables by Marella Ferrera for Lithea, Set of 3
High Etna Coffee Table by Martinelli Venezia Studio for Lithea
Torre Dei Trampolini Bookcase by Michele De Lucchi for Lithea
Backlit Corbulas Stone Panels by Pierluigi Piu for Lithea, Set of 7
Etna 2 Vases by Martinelli Venezia Studio for Lithea, Set of 6
Etna 3 Vases by Martinelli Venzia Studio for Lithea, Set of 4
Etna 01 Vases by Martinelli Venezia Studio for Lithea, Set of 3
Etna Corner Shelves by Martinelli Venezia Studio for Lithea
Etna Stool by Martinelli Venezia Studio for Lithea
Large Seams Barrel Vase by Benjamin Hubert for Bitossi, 2014
Seia 35 Pendant Lamp by Maurizio Bernabei for Bottega Intreccio
Little Gerla Vase by Paolo Ulian & Moreno Ratti, 2015
Dumba Chair by Antonio Aricò
Ballerina MA Vase from Manufatto
Trina Chopping Board, Coaster, & Tool Holder Set by Manufatto, Set of 3
ANDATA E RITORNO Paperweights by Manufatto, 2016, Set of 2
Big Countryside Shelf by Antonio Aricò
Swing Chair by Antonio Aricò
Trunk Watering Can by Antonio Aricò
Ceramic Vase by Ettore Sottsass for Bitossi, 2015
TAKE75 Carafe by Kanz Architetti for KANZ
Small Gomitolo Table by Paolo Ulian for Bufalini Marmi
Tall Pixel Vase by Paolo Ulian for Bufalini Marmi
Small Moiré Screen by Paolo Ulian for Bufalini Marmi
Pixel Multiuse Wall Panel by Paolo Ulian for Bufalini Marmi
Alzata Cream and Black Bowl by Ettore Sottsass for Bitossi, 2015
BALLERINA ST Vase from Manufatto
Aqua Vase - Ikebana for beginners by Kanz Architetti for KANZ
Seia 66 Pendant Lamp by Maurizio Bernabei for Bottega Intreccio
Red, Black, & White Vase by Nathalie du Pasquier for Bitossi
Seia 98 Pendant Lamp by Maurizio Bernabei for Bottega Intreccio
Seia 140 Pendant Lamp by Maurizio Bernabei for Bottega Intreccio
Viceversa Pendant Lamp by Maurizio Bernabei for Bottega Intreccio
Cocolla Pendant Lamp by Maurizio Bernabei for Bottega Intreccio
Sfera Pendant Lamp by Maurizio Bernabei for Bottega Intreccio
White Torn & Arc Cut Vase by Formafantasma for Bitossi
Violet Torn Vase by Formafantasma for Bitossi
Bordeaux Vase by Dimorestudio for Bitossi
Calabaza Vase by Kanz Architetti for KANZ
Decanter from the Tentacles Wine Series by Simone Crestani
Martini Glass from the Serpentine Collection by Simone Crestani
Iride Caraffe & 6 Glasses by Kanz Architetti for KANZ, Set of 7
Lisetta Composition Lounge Chairs by Elena Salmistraro for Bottega Intreccio, Set of 2