Valerio Sommella is a celebrated Italian industrial designer, hailing from Cortona and raised in Milan. He honed his craft at Milan Polytechnic's Design Department before founding Valerio Sommella Design Studio in 2009. Specializing in industrial design, Sommella's portfolio spans lighting, furniture, electronics, and accessories, serving both Italian and international clientele. His design philosophy embraces both large scale projects and smaller series, viewing each as an opportunity to explore the language of objects. He's worked with prestigious brands including Alessi, Alcantara, Apple, and Panasonic, creating products that narrate their own unique stories through form, material, and technology. His work blends traditional Italian design ethos with a contemporary style, making him a sought-after name in global design circles.