MEDINA By Materica
Metal boiserie
2024
MEDINA, a name that evokes the allure of ancient Eastern cities, is a boiserie inspired by studded doors adorned with intricate geometric patterns. With its sophisticated aesthetic and rich pigments, MEDINA captivates the eye and sparks the imagination, reflecting Serena Confalonieri's mastery of color combinations. The geometric patterns, symbols of precision and harmony, pay tribute to the concept of passage and transition. MEDINA is a tribute to the timeless beauty of the East, an ideal gateway that connects Venice to a world of eternal inspiration.
Precious surfaces akin to art pieces that envelop spaces, conjuring up ever-varied worlds. This is Superfici Venice Collection, Materica’s first and groundbreaking collection of boiserie, unveiled at Milan Design Week 2024 and with the creative direction by Tiziano Guardini and Luigi Ciuffreda. Superfici Venice Collection is further enriched by designers with strong individual styles and diverse artistic visions who have crafted five signature collections, each a unique interpretation born from the alchemical expertise of Materica. Contributors include Matteo Cibic, Serena Confalonieri, DRAW Studio, Antonio Pio Saracino, STORAGEMILANO and GuardiniCiuffreda Studio. Each boiserie originates from a creative crossover of different processes and techniques. Metallization, achieved by high-speed melting and micronization of pure metals—from brass to bronze, copper to nickel-silver, aluminum to zinc—merges with oxidation, laser etching, resin coating, and natural pigmentation. Layers of materials and multiple processes reveal unexpected aesthetic effects.
