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Our history

With more than 140 years of tradition, Paolo Castelli. is a leader in product design and global contracting internationally. Heir to a long family history, the company represents one of the best expressions of Made in Italy, combining craftsmanship with innovative industrial processes. Thanks to a well-established network of artisans and a continuous search for excellence, Paolo Castelli creates unique furniture solutions designed for private residences, large contract projects and prestigious international collaborations.

  • 1887

     
    Ettore Castelli opened a cabinetmaker’s store in Bologna, inaugurating not just a workshop, but the art of a “savoir faire” that has spanned a century.
  • The cabinetmaker’s shop transformed into Anonima Castelli, which created and developed the Plia chair, an icon of the evolution from artisan workshop to large industrial company. Modular, a Castelli Group company, is born.

     

    1970´s

  • 1990´s

     

    Paolo Castelli became CEO of Modular and later acquired Domodinamica, a collection of icons that have made design history.

  • The company enriches its collections and starts turnkey supply management for international projects.

     

    2000´s

  • 2010´s

     

    From the merger of Modular and Domodinamica, Paolo Castelli was born, a brand of design, product design and large projects as a general contractor. In 2014, the first showroom opened in Milan, followed by one in Paris in 2018.

  • Launched Green Kiss, an ecological capsule in collaboration with French designers Hubert de Malherbe and Thierry Lamaire, and created for Istituzione Bologna Musei the poetic collection Oggetti d’Autore: Omaggio a Morandi.

     

    2020´s

  • 2023

     

    Paolo Castelli presents Alla Sera, demonstrating the company’s ability to offer a wide range of furnishings for the living and sleeping areas.

  • Paolo Castelli presents Acquerello, an ode to the delicate dialogue between form and color and to pure freedom of expression. The collection includes indoor and outdoor furniture and lighting systems, designed to trace an idea of ​​beauty through a story made of signs, objects, symbols and simple rituals.

     

    2024

  • 2025

     

    Paolo Castelli presents his new products during the Fuori Salone 2025 in his showroom in Brera, Milan.

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Philosophy

Paolo Castelli’s philosophy is based on the perfect harmony between tradition and innovation. Each project is born from the combination of craftsmanship “know-how,” handed down through generations, and the ability to interpret and anticipate contemporary trends, responding to the ever-changing dynamics of the market.

With a tailor-made approach and meticulous attention to detail, the company makes creations with a “total look” character, where functionality, aesthetics and timeless elegance come together, transforming every space into a work of art.

Experience

With over a century of manufacturing tradition, Paolo Castelli boasts deep expertise in design and global contracting, offering unique furnishing solutions for high-end international projects.

Paolo Castelli is synonymous with Italian excellence. The company stands out for its ability to develop complex projects and products, blending the precision of craftsmanship with high-quality standards and attention to detail. This combination of skills has solidified its position as one of the highest expressions of Made in Italy, fostering consistent growth both in Italy and in international markets.

Craftsmanship

Paolo Castelli’s craftsmanship combines excellent artisanal techniques with innovative technologies, creating furnishing solutions that express luxury and sophistication through precious materials and top–quality finishes.

Each creation reflects an exclusive savoir-faire, dedicated to transforming every space into a work of art.

Bespoke

Paolo Castelli stands out for its expertise and technical know-how, which are best expressed in Contract projects. The company offers highly customized solutions, combining the adaptability of catalog furniture, thanks to a wide range of finishes, with the creation of bespoke furniture designed to meet specific aesthetic and functional requirements.

With an integrated approach, Paolo Castelli supports clients at every stage of the design process, ensuring uniqueness and perfection in every detail. Its consolidated experience in managing complex projects, both public and private, enables the company to successfully operate across various sectors, from hospitality to retail, on both a national and international scale

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