Artlinea presents Graffi, a lasered and rear-varnished mirror collection designed by Davide Vercelli, and exhibited last year at Salone del Mobile.Milano.
Known for its bathroom furniture products, Artlinea is now expanding into mirror processing with a focus on stylistic research and a high tech finish. Using a laser to etch into the rear part of the mirror, the company is able to create patterns and images that are seen in the surface of the mirror.
As described by designer Davide Vercelli, the mirror collection plays with the idea of image and reflection, named for the “scratches” or “graffio” that are used to create the patterns. “A graphical representation of the sun, the star par excellence, the symbol of strength and rebirth”, Davide says.
“Scratches (graffi) are marks in the mirror silver plating, micro-breaks tearing the plating and blocking the perfect reflection, thus aiming to disturb the image that we expect from ourselves,” Davide adds.
A designer and engineer, Davide Vercelli established his own firm in 2005 dealing mostly with product design, growth, communication and networking. A multidisciplinary and cross-cutting approach allows the studio to provide global consultancy services in product design, brand design, brand strategy and exhibitions.
Artlinea, established in 1962 originally as a glassware and handicrafts workshop with a focus on glass and crystal. Today it has established an international reputation for glass vanities, mirrors and worktops. The company now employs 70 employees and focusses on glass as a recyclable and eco-friendly material, within a model of production that is aimed at zero environmental impact. Artlinea products are designed to appeal to a high-end audience with an appreciation for “Made in Italy” excellence.
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