Shapes and materials for Design

Materials speak to those who know how to listen.

They speak to wood craftsmen, who are able to carve the shapes and sinuosities of objects from the grain of the trunk. They speak to stonemasons and stone quarrymen, who make even the coldest marble soft and seductive. They speak to the ceramists, who shape the earth with their hands. They speak to the smelters, who transform the liquid metal in a solid form, cooling and tempering that which has its origin in fire.

The idea gives form to the material in the mind of the craftsman; often, however, the idea seems to be already present in the material and the task of the craftsman is more to listen to it and help it out.

Masters of detail

Italian craftsmanship is where all this comes to light. Every form is modelled in perfect harmony with its function, with the idea that permeates it.

Passion-infused craftsmanship of what was previously a pure idea allows for true synergies of materials, where metal, ceramic, stone and wood dialogue with each other and with the craftsman. The result is a skilful juxtaposition, where the details are all designed to create a unity and where passion for one's work finds its ultimate fulfilment.

For Valli, this approach is not just an aesthetic practice, but a natural expression of the Italian artisan soul, a soul that has distinguished it ever since Pasquale Valli decided to give shape to an idea by creating his company in the 1930s.

Materials

Leather

Soft and full-bodied, a symphony that fuses visual and tactile experience, leather weaves into the patterns of the handles the essence of an art that defies time. The combination of leather and metal takes place in a perfect balance, as in the H 377 Steve Leung handle that combines a dark bronze finish and a covering of intricately woven leather, creating a sophisticated textural effect, and as in the H 5015 Antonio Citterio, where stainless steel is combined with a black or orange leather upholstery with different textures.

Porcelain

Porcelain modelling is inextricably linked to Italian craftsmanship. In this ancient craft, every curve and every linereflects the art that is handed down from generation. Porcelain is smooth to the touch like metal, but warm and its translucency makes it a luminous, candid material. Combined with bronze as in the H 315 Pierluigi Cerri and H 176 Spiga handles, the final effect is that of an elegant, solid sculpture but with an ethereal soul.

Metal

Metal alloys are at the heart of Valli handles. The different combinations and surface treatments play with the effects of polished and satin-finished, with different colours, bringing strength and structure to go beyond pure functionality and elevating metal to the art of refined industrial design. The H 374 Franco Poli handle, with its rough and grooved inserts, is the perfect exemplification of this concept.

Tailor Made for designer interiors

Valli's craftsmanship experience and skilful use of materials allows for customised handles for every need. With over 25 finishes available and the possibility of playing with noble materials such as marble and wood, it is possible to create a unique, unmistakable tailor-made design solution.