Giulio Cappellini (born 1954) is a highly influential Italian designer, architect, and entrepreneur, best known as the creative director of Cappellini, a pioneering Italian furniture brand. Under his leadership, Cappellini became a global reference for avant-garde furniture design, collaborating with rising stars like Jasper Morrison, Marc Newson, Tom Dixon, and Marcel Wanders. His approach focuses on cutting-edge aesthetics, material innovation, and a keen eye for emerging talent.

Antonio Facco (born 1991) is a young Italian designer and visual artist whose work spans product design, interior design, and creative direction. He is known for his interest in sociology, human behavior, and how design interacts with storytelling and emotion. His approach combines high-tech materials, digital experimentation, and craftsmanship, making him one of the most intriguing voices in contemporary Italian design.

Their Collaboration

Cappellini and Facco have worked together on various projects, often exploring the relationship between materials, perception, and new design technologies. One of their notable collaborations includes the "Monologue" project, which blends narrative-driven design and material exploration, showcasing Facco's conceptual creativity and Cappellini’s curatorial expertise.

Their partnership represents a bridge between different generations of Italian design, where Cappellini’s experience in brand identity and global design trends complements Facco’s fresh, research-driven approach to form and function.