This Company had a relevant role in the development of Italian design between the 1950s and 1970s; it has always made quality, functionality, comfort, durability -both in terms of materials and design- and product innovation the strategic pillars of its development. Its huge success in the design field has also been merited due to the support of important design and architecture names such as Castiglioni, Zanuso, Aulenti, Sottsass, Colombo and many others.

Achille Castiglioni (February 26, 1918 - December 2, 2002) was a renowned Italian industrial designer. He was often inspired by everyday things and made use of ordinary materials. He preferred to use a minimal amount of materials to create forms with maximal effect.