June 2-6, 2025
Lighting Design
Mon. | Day 1
Arrival
Prague, Cezch Republic
Join us in Prague, a city steeped in history and known for its medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture. The historic center of Prague, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a living testament to the city's storied past. Adding to the city's allure are notable landmarks, such as the Prague Astronomical Clock, which dates back to 1410, and the giant modern-day bust of the famous Czech writer Franz Kafka, made of 42 rotating tiers that move throughout the day. There is something to see or experience in every nook and cranny of Prague.
bomma
Světlá nad Sázavou, Czech Republic
Find inspiration at Bomma's factory and headquarters just outside Prague to view the production of their Bohemian designs and artisan glass. Their craftsmen bring thousands of years of glassmaking into the present by making sublime glass and exceptional light creations. They design and produce site-specific glass lighting installations and artisanal glass for architecture.
Cubist Diamond House
Prague, Czech Republic
The Cubist Diamond House in downtown Prague conceals the Bomma Atelier – a newly created hub for meetings of both professionals and aficionados with a passion for design, for the first time showcasing all Bomma lighting collections in one space. This unique urban apartment combines original custom-built functionalist furniture with products that carry world-renowned leading brands of contemporary interior design, opening a dialog regarding the possibilities of this industry.
Mosaic House Design Hotel
Prague, Czech Republic
Spend the night in a green oasis in the heart of the Golden City, Prague. The hotel epitomizes the metropolis’s architecture, culture, and fine food. Just a stone's throw from the Vltava River, the Mosaic House is where you can experience the city’s lively and electrifying New Town section. It’s also a hop, skip, and jump away from Bomma’s Atelier at the Cubist Diamond House. Enjoy dinner hosted by Bomma while viewing different installations of their designs. You'll network with key executives, designers, and representatives of Bomma who can help you design and install your next lighting creation.
Tues. | Day 2
Rückl Crystal
Nižbor, Cezch Republic
Embark on an inspiring journey at Rückl Crystal, the sister company of Bomma, located in the village of Nižbor. This Bohemian glass factory produces 24% lead crystal. The majority of its production is focused on exports. However, a portion is reserved for the Czech Republic market. During your behind-the-scenes tour of Rückl's facility, you will explore the art of glassblowing before having the opportunity to unleash your creativity and you blow glass yourself!
Tooy
Milan, Italy
It's time for a change in scenery from the Bohemian world of Prague to Milan’s cosmopolitan cultural center, with museums and art galleries. Immersed in the lighting center of Milan, you’ll visit the blossoming designs of Tooy through the eyes of the founders, Valeria Giacomazzi and Valerio Tidei, a husband-and-wife team. TOOY pursues the perfect balance between aesthetics, value, and functionality. It does so uniquely, with a fresh look, identifying the most interesting global trends and translating them into the famous "Made in Italy" way.
Wed. | Day 3
Accommodations
Milan, Italy
Exciting news! We'll be sharing details about accommodations in Milan very soon, so stay tuned! Our mission is to select a place that offers the perfect combination of design and adventure to make your tour unforgettable. After all, “When in Rome…”
Contardi
Milan, Italy
Internationally renowned as the “Couturier of Contemporary Lighting,” Contardi has earned this reputation over the years for their skillful sartorial approach, a variety of materials used, as well as the elegance of the finishes combined with the most innovative LED technology, all designed to ensure that the quality of the lighting responds to contemporary requirements. As you tour the showroom and the manufacturing facility, you’ll note how focused Contardi is on fundamental design centered around the intended use of a luminaire and determining its primary function. Contardi’s outdoor collection has received growing attention over recent years. High-quality decorative materials and fabrics are successfully combined with finishes and regulations required for the highest standards.
Palazzo Novello
Montichiari, Italy
Spending the night at Palazzo Novello is a bit like sleeping in a treasure trove of art, history, and culture. This eighteenth-century palace tells a story of what has made this mansion the enchanting hotel it is today through its original frescoes and ancient marble. The palazzo offers a luxurious, spacious experience with elegant design elements, including large suites with high-end amenities, a grand atmosphere reminiscent of Italian aristocracy, and excellent service. All of this, of course, contributes to a feeling of refined opulence. Palazzo Novello is a rare gem, and we are thrilled to be able to share it with you.
Thurs. | Day 4
Antolini Luigi & C. S.p.A.
Sega, Italy
This one-of-a-kind stop on your tour includes a literal ‘enlightening’ tour of Antonlini, a stone-cutting facility where claddings, floors, and kitchen worktops come to life. These creations can be illuminated, allowing translucent stones like onyx, marble, quartzite, gemstones, and select granites to shine. Underlighting and backlighting these materials reveals the stunning veining, vibrant colors, and intricate layers, transforming the stone into a mesmerizing work of art that captivates the eye.
Follow along to discover how the manufacturer’s expertise elevates every project. They embrace custom requests during the initial study phase, nurture the designers' visions, and provide invaluable support with graphic renderings, technical drawings, and cutting lists. Ultimately, the designer and client have the unique opportunity to personally inspect the work before it embarks on its journey to its final destination.
Fri. | Day 5
Barovier & Toso is one of the world's oldest family businesses and glass companies, dating back to 1295. The company was founded in Murano, Italy, as Barovier and became Barovier & Toso in 1942 after merging with Ferro Toso, another Murano glassmaking company. Barovier & Toso is known for its Venetian glass and chandeliers and is considered a master of lighting design.
Your visit includes a tour of the oldest Venitian Crystal manufacturing facility and Barovier & Toso’s art gallery with their one-of-a-kind creations.
You’ll spend the day viewing Murano and Venice through the eyes of local artisans.
Barovier & Toso
Murano, Italy
Venezia Murano Villa
Murano, Italy
Venezia Murano Villa is located in the former De Majo glass factory on the historical island of Murano, in the Venetian Lagoon. Preserving the soul of the building, the hotel has kept the stunning glass furnace chimney and offers boutique accommodation with modern comforts throughout each room. It's the perfect place to spend your last night on your tour, immersing yourself within the same walls that generations of craftsmen have stood before you.
Important to note: Airfare and transportation to the first and from the last destination on the itinerary are the responsibility of each registrant to plan, schedule, and purchase. A minimum of eight attendees must be registered 60 days before the first day of the itinerary, or the trip will be canceled, and your investment minus the application fee will be refunded. Otherwise, refunds will not be permitted. Please note that Broadview Tours is not responsible for refunding personal transportation or accommodations.