1891. Gio Ponti was born. Famous designer and "universal" architect from Milan. Founder of Domus in 1928, he organized the 5th Triennale in Milan, and was a supporter of the Compasso d'Oro award. Ranging from scenic designs for theatres to chairs, from kitchen tools to ocean liners' interiors, from Pirelli skyscraper to lamps, Gio Ponti is a catalyst figure of pure innovation. He died in 1979 in Milan.
Founded in 1932 by Gio Ponti and Pietro Chiesa, FontanaArte is a leading Italian interior design company. Its approach rests on a sound project culture and a strong drive toward innovation. For over 80 years FontanaArte has been designing a collection of lamps and furnishings, now featured in the most wonderful interiors in the world.