Behind the Design: The Making of a Marble Masterpiece
When you first lay eyes on a marble creation by Studio IB Milano, what you see is more than a stunning statement of Italian luxury — you’re witnessing the culmination of a deeply intimate and meticulous creative process. In this behind-the-scenes look, we reveal the artistry, philosophy, and craftsmanship that go into making each marble masterpiece that defines our collections.
Vision: From Inspiration to Ideation
Every piece begins with a concept — often sparked by nature, architecture, or the timeless geometry. At Studio IB Milano, we don’t just design furniture; we sculpt emotion into stone. Our creative process starts with sketches, mood boards, and material experiments, where our designer fuse minimalist elegance with bold artistic flair.
Whether it’s a console, a dining table, or a sculptural decor element, we always ask: What story will this marble tell in a space?
Material: Honoring the Soul of Marble
We select only the most exquisite slabs of marble. Each slab is unique, carrying its own veins, patterns, and energy — and it’s that organic individuality that drives the design. Our preferred marbles include Calacatta Oro, Travertino italiano and Nero Marquina, celebrated not just for their beauty but for their structural integrity.
Before cutting begins, the stone is studied like a living canvas. How light touches it, how texture reads under hand, and how the veins might flow across a finished piece — these are not technical choices; they are aesthetic decisions rooted in reverence.
Design & Engineering: Merging Art with Precision
Our pieces are sculpted not just to be beautiful, but to last generations.
Finishing Touches: Sensory Luxury
The final steps involve polishing, sealing, and in some cases, texturing the surface to create contrast between gloss and matte, rough and smooth. We experiment with finishes to enhance the marble's depth — a satin polish on Rosa Perlino evokes softness, while a honed finish on Paonazzo intensifies its dramatic veining.
Hardware and complementary materials — such as brushed brass, bronzed glass, or lacquered wood — are custom selected to elevate the stone, never compete with it. We believe luxury is in the subtlety, not the excess.
Legacy: More Than Furniture
Each marble piece that leaves our Milan atelier carries a piece of our soul. It becomes an heirloom for the client, a statement of identity, and often, the anchor of an interior.
At Studio IB Milano, design is not just about trends — it's about creating enduring beauty through noble materials and passionate craftsmanship. This is what turns a stone into a masterpiece.
Discover the Art of Stone
Looking to create a custom marble statement for your space? Connect with our design team or explore our signature pieces. Let’s create something timeless together.
