Design in Marble

High up in Carrara, Italy, where Michelangelo once personally selected slabs to chisel into his sculptures, the art of marble-making continues to inspire a new generation of designers. Marble, a material with such historical connections, a material valued for its classic and timeless beauty, celebrated in another era in architecture, is coming back to life in furniture and product design. Designs range from tables to simple sculptures, thanks to the unique qualities of this natural stone, which offers both practicality and a stunning finish.

Marble not only has an aesthetic appeal that goes t...