Poolside Crafts

Fortuny and Dante Negro present “Poolside Crafts” in Fortuny’s magical garden at their headquarters on the island of Giudecca in Venice. 

Founded in 1964, Dante Negro focuses on the metamorphosis of metal, from designing outdoor furniture to forging custom architectural structures, and places design culture at its center. This project offers a unique opportunitỳ to see two excellences of Italian know-how collaborate to offer new perspectives that celebrate contemporary craftsmanship. 

The combination of Dante Negro’s sophisticated furniture upholstered with Fortuny's incomparable fabrics will inspire visitors to envision new ways of elevating outdoor spaces.

Some images from the inaugural event capture moments of celebration for the project.

photography: Giacomo Bianco