Decoration goes beyond the organization of spaces: Gaetano Scintilla and his creations know this fact well, because in constant dialogue with high-end craftsmanship. Gaetano overwhelms the material with the imaginary, as if each object were an idea to be discovered. He becomes the curtain behind which he is about to go on an unexpected show. The Cruise Collection is a complicity of balanced objects, a pretext for the next journey, where the itinerary is visible only to the attentive observer’s eye.

The forcola exists solely in Venice. Therefore its manufacturer, the remèr, carries out a unique craft in the world. It is an ancient craft which dates back to over 700 years ago, and must be carried out with great passion, perseverance, and extraordinary manual skills to equip rowers with an extremely refined object in aesthetic terms and absolutely efficient from a technical and functional point of view. Due to the very particular aesthetic qualities of the forcola, this object is recognized as a true piece of art, an elegant sculpture which may be placed as a piece of interior decor in one’s home. The forcola may also be given as a fine present for important occasions such as, for example, a wedding or an anniversary.

On the banks of the great Po river, during its magic journey of over 600 kilometers, intertwines its history with the beauty of the landscape, where nature and history merge in a single breath, manufacturing treasures arise that narrate the art and mastery of generations of artisans. The journey begins in the heart of Monviso, where the waters of the Po come to life. Here, among the majestic mountains and green meadows, stands an artisanal coat hanger company of fine workmanship. The artisans of this community dedicate themselves with passion to the work of wood transformation, creating works of art that reflect the wild beauty of the Alps, bringing with it Italian elegance and ingenuity. Continuing in the Lombardy area, the path reveals the mastery of metal, where artisans, for centuries, have been creating products in the finest metals. The carefully decorated metal and the delicate melody of its workmanship become part of an orchestra of manufacturing excellence that resonates through the valleys of the region. The route continues through Lombardy, a territory where the art of leather has been handed down from generation to generation. In Milan, the city of fashion, expert leather workers craft fine leathers into leather bags and accessories, transforming the craft into a refined art that continues to enchant fashion lovers around the world. Along the route that leads to Veneto, the art of silk and fabrics comes to life. In the shops hidden among the medieval streets, the artisans shape the fabric weaves, creating works of art that tell the story of local traditions with vibrant and unique colors. Thus, the Cammino del Po is not only a journey through nature and history, but also an exciting journey through the manufacturing excellence of North Italy, a story of craftsmanship and passion that is intertwined with the beauty of every single kilometer along the banks of this great river. Finally, the journey reaches its conclusion in Venice, where the art of silk and fabric manufacturing becomes the protagonist. In the spinning mills, very skilled spinners shape the threads into creations that capture light and transform it into a dance of colours.