The Story
KUTYNA tells the story of an object that belongs to the collective memory, but which is transformed to take on a new identity.
It invites the gaze to explore it from multiple angles, stimulating curiosity and the desire to interact.
A unique furnishing element, inspired by an equally unmistakable icon: the telescopic glass, a protagonist of Italian everyday life between the 1960s and 1980s.
An old, out of fashion glass is transformed into something unique: an elegant and inimitable object, designed by Pier Paolo Rauco of the Studio Archi.mo.ra., a Roman interior design studio. KUTYNA takes its name from Kuty (derived from quince), Pier Paolo's childhood nickname, due to his chubby cheeks.
Pier Paolo Rauco , born in Rome 57 years ago, grew up in a family environment rich in creativity and discovered his passion for art at a young age.
Among the various artistic expressions, he has always been particularly fascinated by the power of Architecture, which, in its articulations of styles and languages, manages to take us on a captivating journey through the world of art. The different levels of perception and enjoyment of a work of architecture, through a primarily emotional experience, allow us to look at and admire it, each time capturing a more intense and meaningful expression that marks the human soul.
At 32, after years of putting it aside, she decided to follow her dream and embark on a career as an interior designer, quickly emerging as one of the most sought-after names in the Italian interior design scene. Over the years, Rauco has completed projects for a prestigious automotive brand, trendy venues, and the private residences of celebrities from the worlds of sports and entertainment. With an approach that goes beyond mere execution, Rauco is committed to interpreting her clients' deepest desires, becoming the bridge between dreams and reality, and transforming each project into a work of art that reflects personality, style, and passion.
His desire to express himself artistically drives him to explore new forms of design, aiming to create pieces that are not only innovative and functional, but also accessible to all. For Rauco, design must be an open language, capable of engaging and welcoming, making art a shared and inclusive experience. It is precisely from a childhood memory that the idea was born. Kutyna , a project with a strong emotional impact, where memory, functionality, innovation and style intertwine.