I am an Italian designer who has been living in London since 2016.
My studies, which included a Bachelor's degree from the University of Bologna and a Master's degree at Central Saint Martins (UAL), primarily focused on product and industrial design. However, my fascination with light as a medium to create sensorial atmospheres and define spaces has been a constant driving force throughout my career. To further explore this interest, I completed a specialized internship with Viabizzuno, a lighting design manufacturer in Bologna, in 2016 and later with NCL London, an independent lighting consultancy, in 2018.
In 2019, I transitioned into the role of Architectural Lighting Designer, starting at WSP in the UK and currently working at the pioneering architectural firm Foster + Partners.
Alongside my professional work, I also founded a creative agency in 2020 called studioBIG. The agency focuses on digital and product design projects, allowing me to further expand my expertise in the field.
Awards
"Essentia", best product design project for Luxury Wristwatch Design Contest by Baume & Mercier, June 2015
"Desert Sound", best travel photography for Viaggicheamo Contest by Italo & American Express, June 2016
"Open Beams", shortlisted for Lexus Design Awards, October 2018
"Young Lighter of the Year", finalist by SLL - Society of Light and Lighting, November 2020
"Start-Up Light-Up" finalist by AIDI - Associazione Italiana Di Illuminazione, December 2020
Exhibitions
“Straw” at Illuminazioni, DOUTDEsign, Milan Design Week, Apr 2018
”Open Manufacturing” with Digital Maker Collective as part of Incubator One: Are Humans Sustainable? - Tate Exchange, Tate Modern, March 2018