Alessi SpA Società Benefit has announced Alberto Camerlengo as the company’s new CEO. Born in Verona in 1965, Alberto Camerlengo brings with him extensive and significant managerial experience and has demonstrated considerable success in guiding and developing winning business strategies. Over the past 20 years, he has held various management positions: Camerlengo joined Furla in 2011 as chief operating officer and general manager before taking on the role of chief executive officer from 2016 to 2020 and most recently member of the board of directors. His appointment followed a seven-year stin ..read more

Orrefors has revealed that “Ensemble,” designed by Benjamin Hubert, has been awarded the Red Dot Design Award 2024. This prestigious accolade recognizes excellence in design and innovation, solidifying Ensemble’s position as a benchmark in contemporary glassware design. The Red Dot Design Award is one of the most esteemed design competitions in the world, celebrating innovation, creativity, and high-quality design. Winning this award reflects the outstanding craftsmanship and attention to detail that went into creating Ensemble, a collection of two-part vases and vessels known for their subtle ..read more

nora fleming, the brand known for its unique and collectible serveware and minis, is excited to announce the launch of two irresistible new additions to its collection: the “happy fry-day! mini” and “slice, slice, baby! mini”. The “happy fry-day! mini” is sure to bring smiles with its adorable design featuring a container of golden french fries, perfect for those who crave a touch of whimsy with their meal. The “slice, slice, baby! mini” captures the heart of pizza lovers everywhere with a pepperoni pizza design, charmingly missing one slice, inviting everyone to dig in. These new minis promis ..read more

Royal Delft recently showcased its new collections. The brand was present at Masterly during the Salone del Mobile design week in Milan, where it presented two new concepts, combining heritage with contemporary art. Mazzo Blue Collection Re-framed | Wall Panels Moooi x Royal Delft Black Edition Re-Framed | Wall Panels and the Mazzo Blue Collection both took centre stage while the the Moooi x Royal Delft products could be admired during the Moooi presentation in Milan. Royal Delft is known for its prominent collaborations with, among others, Moooi and leading Dutch designers and artists. ww ..read more

The Mason Cash brand from Rayware has introduced new stoneware lines – a dinnerware collection, and new mug assortments. First up, the new Mason Cash Reactive Linear collection, the reactive glaze in grey or black adding a touch of contemporary elegance to the table. Due to the distinctive artisan feel of the reactive glaze, each piece is unique in colour and pattern. The collection is made from durable stoneware, making it practical for everyday use. Mason Cash has a new range of stoneware mugs The mugs feature several patterns – botanical elegance, the rustic charm of farmyard motifs and t ..read more

Bob Maricich to transition to the role of executive chairman ANDMORE, the world’s leading omnichannel marketplace for wholesale buyers and sellers, today announced the appointment of Jonathan (“Jon”) Pertchik as chief executive officer, and the promotion of Dorothy Belshaw to president. Pertchik succeeds Bob Maricich, who founded ANDMORE (formerly International Market Centers “IMC”) in 2011. Maricich will now assume the role of executive chairman of the board to ensure a seamless transition. “I am pleased to welcome Jon to the ANDMORE team and am confident we have found the right leader for th ..read more

The Fiskars Group has announced planned changes to its two glass factories in a bid to strengthen its focus on premium and luxury products. The group will also centralise distribution operations in Finland into one location, Hämeenlinna. Changes will be made at the Rogaska factory in Slovenia, and Iittala factory in Finland – over the course of 2024-2026, Fiskars Group is investing EUR 15 million in the Rogaska glass factory, where many of luxury brand Waterford’s crystal products are manufactured. The group says the aim of the investment is to modernise the factory and improve its competiti ..read more

Rosenthal has released a new tea set along with an assortment of mugs sporting spring-like floral patterns. Regula Stüdli – one of Switzerland’s best-known textile designers – has imagined the floral designs on the decorations of the Rosenthal bone china line Brillance. And this April, Rosenthal launches a new “Tea for 2” set along with mugs boasting floral motifs, designed for those special feel-good moments. With the floral décor “Grand Air”, Rosenthal and Regula Stüdli bring the purity of nature to the table. The textile designer combines fragrant herbs such as rosemary, thyme and lavender ..read more

Richard Brendon has launched an exciting new range of glassware. The Optic Collection launched online last week, and in key retail stores and hospitality venues across the UK and North America. The collection, comprising only three shapes, is deeply inspired by a centuries-old glass-making technique believed to have originated in Germany in around 1450. “I wanted to create a design that continued the legacy of this technique whilst adding a contemporary look and feel,” says Richard Brendon, founder and designer.  Traditionally, glassblowers would blow the molten glass into a specially des ..read more

• Home InStyle, Fashion InStyle raise curtain on seven late-April events reinforcing Hong Kong’s role as an international platform for lifestyle products and creative businesses • The fairs gather over 2,200 exhibitors from 17 countries and regions • Eco-friendly products and services boost Hong Kong’s sustainable development credentials The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is hosting seven lifestyle products and creative trade events until 30 April. Home InStyle and Fashion InStyle opened during the weekend at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). The four-day lif ..read more