Modigliani values the personal touch above all. We reflect this not only in our customer service – we relish answering questions and helping customers pick out gifts – but also in our commitment to bringing truly handcrafted Italian ceramics directly to tables across North America.
We believe in preserving the traditional production of our pottery and dinnerware that our artisans have learned for...
At Modigliani, our minds are on spring despite recent snow. Some might say it’s silly to allow our imaginations to scamper off to sun-dappled days prematurely; we say that to embrace la grande vita means to indulge in a little dreaming now and then.
When our thoughts drifted to the warmer season just weeks away, an unexpected pattern came to mind:...
In dullness and dreariness of February, I find that my mind starts to turn toward escape.
WIth the holidays well behind us and spring still weeks and weeks away, getting away from the chill of the end of winter starts to sound more and more appealing. The smell of the lemon groves, the sound of the sea, and the sights of the vibrant Italian marketplace begin to have an appeal that is almost...
If you follow color and design trends, we have big news.
Pantone has announced the color of the year for 2015! And we are happy to see that their choice was very Italian!
The Pantone color for 2015 is a major departure from last year’s ethereal and playful Radiant Orchid. Marsala is an exquisite deep maroon shade that manages to be very grounded and earthy while also exuding an air of opulence and...
In an increasingly busy world, a minimalist color palate can speak volumes.
Black and white with a splash of color is having a moment, especially in tablescapes. The trend is one of the oldest color combinations in design history, but also one of the most modern looking and the most striking. Season after season, this high-contrast design trend manages to keep tablescapes looking both fresh and...
Anyone can make a reservation at a restaurant. It’s convenient. A dinner date at a restaurant requires minimal planning and not much effort. Finding parking might be the biggest challenge you’ll face all night.
And while we are all for convenience, isn’t there something much more romantic about making an effort?
Isn’t it the telltale sign of...
Ready for something totally unexpected?
The trademark of Modigliani is a respect for the past, an appreciation for the romanticism of the simplicity of Italian life. Most of our designs look to the past for inspiration.
This one is really special because it looks to the future.
The pieces in our line La Forma del Sogno-Rossoare graphic black and white with a pop of red. With sharp lines and...
My New Year’s resolution? To get better at keeping secrets.
Why?
Because there’s something I’m excited to share with you, but I can’t yet!
The best thing about the New Year is that it is a time to focus on renewal. It’s a fresh start. You get to make resolutions, maybe take a yoga class or work on kicking a bad habit. The New Year is a time to take advantage of new opportunities.
But it’s also...
With Christmas finally behind us, the pace has slowed down (a little) around here! It’s been great having family back home, especially now that that the holiday rush is over and we can spend more time outside of the warehouse.
It’s been livelier around the house since college break started. Our daughter, who just finished up her finals, was looking for a way to wind down from the craziness of...
Out of the darkness of winter, we choose to make light.
This Sunday is the winter solstice. It is the shortest, darkest day of the year. The sun rises late, sets early, and night lingers longer. So at this time of year, it’s dark when I leave for the warehouse in the morning and dark again by the time I get in my car to drive home.
When you really think about it, it does seem strange that in a...