It is this ethos that finds perfect harmony in the work of Gino Carollo, one of Italy’s most esteemed contemporary designers. With a career spanning over three decades, Carollo brings a profound architectural sensitivity to furniture design—one shaped by a deep understanding of spatial dynamics, material culture, and human movement. His designs exude clarity and calm, often guided by a belief that the most meaningful forms are born from restraint and purpose. Carollo's approach consistently favors proportion over ornamentation, and fluidity over rigidity—his creations are not only visually refined but also inherently intuitive.

His collaboration with Naturedesign gave birth to the Stem bookcase, a sculptural system that exemplifies his mastery in turning structure into emotion. At once minimal and expressive, Stem is a bookcase that acts like a framework for living—composed of wooden uprights that define space with elegance, yet leave it open to personal interpretation. Whether placed against a wall or floated mid-room, the linear and rounded configurations allow the piece to adapt seamlessly to modern living. Carollo infuses the design with rich, tactile materials: a wood frame anchoring the structure, metal or luxor inserts introducing contrast and strength, and wood or cast glass shelves offering an interplay of opacity and light. Wooden storage boxes complete the piece, introducing practicality without compromising the visual rhythm.

The inspiration for Stem lies in the natural architecture of trees—branch-like uprights, open canopies, and rooted balance. Carollo envisioned a system that encourages flexibility without losing formality, transforming the bookcase from a static object into a living, architectural element that interacts with its environment. It is this thoughtful interplay between form, function, and freedom that underscores both the product and the brand.

In every detail, the Stem bookcase reflects Naturedesign’s unwavering commitment to craftsmanship, material authenticity, and emotional design. It is a timeless embodiment of the brand’s core vision—to bring the poetry of the natural world into the refined context of modern life.