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1961: Antolini’s historic workshop in Sega di Cavaion
1961: Antolini’s historic workshop in Sega di Cavaion 

Antolini, 70 years of stone

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The Verona-based company is celebrating its anniversary whilst remaining true to the vision of its founder, Luigi Antolini, who recognised the value of natural veining and colour variations

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Founded in Sant’Ambrogio di Valpolicella, in the province of Verona, Antolini is celebrating 70 years in businesssince its establishment in 1956. This anniversary provides an opportunity to look back over the company’s history; from its very beginnings, it has continued to uphold the same philosophy: natural stone possesses unique characteristics that must be showcased.

The founder, Luigi Antolini, in 1981
The founder, Luigi Antolini, in 1981 

Luigi Antolini founded the company in Verona, where a culture of stone is deeply rooted, recognising the value of this material: he thus introduced an approach that would, over time, come to define the company – the search for stone became a meticulous process of selection. The founder regarded the nuances, veining and natural patterns of the slabs as unique and unrepeatable. This approach makes stone the centrepiece of spaces and experiences, creating exclusive collections, innovative craftsmanship and solutions.

The 1970s: the Antolini team at the Sega factory in Cavaion
The 1970s: the Antolini team at the Sega factory in Cavaion 
Alberto Antolini,the company’s CEO and a second-generation member of the Antolini family, said: “Seventy years represent an extraordinary milestone, but above all an opportunity to reflect on the journey that has brought us this far.” He explained how his father’s vision has remained ingrained, becoming a distinctive feature of the company. It is clear that, after three generations, the aim is still to seek out, in what may seem like a simple stone, the quality that sets it apart.

Alessandra, Alberto and Francesco Antolini, the second generation at the helm of the company
Alessandra, Alberto and Francesco Antolini, the second generation at the helm of the company 

This approach has enabled the Verona-based company to engage with the world of architecture and design, where natural surfaces are playing an increasingly central role in the language of design, lending character and identity to projects and spaces. With the development of state-of-the-art machinery and new proprietary technologies, such as Azerocare Plus, Azerobact Plus and Avacuum Process, the company has enhanced its reputation amongst architects and designers, establishing a presence in international markets. The aim, however, remains to showcase unique and one-of-a-kind materials, without resorting to mass production.

2008: Antolini do Brasil opens in the state of Espírito Santo. The factory covers over 100,000 square metres
2008: Antolini do Brasil opens in the state of Espírito Santo. The factory covers over 100,000 square metres 

Today,Antolini can count on an international distribution network and an extensive catalogue of natural stones – some of which are exclusive– sourced from selected quarries around the world, with a daily production capacity of up to 4,500 square metres. In collaboration with the Fashion and Creative Industries degree programme at IULM University in Milan

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