October 6-10, 2025
Residential & Hospitality Design
Mon. | Day 1
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.
Tues. | Day 2
Biennale Architettura 2025
Venice, Italy
Embark on an inspiring journey through the 19th International Architecture Exhibition, curated by the architect and engineer Carlo Ratti, who completed his PhD thesis as a Fulbright Scholar at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and now teaches at MIT and the Politecnico di Milano. Reap the benefits of a personal tour through the exhibition with Principal and Designer Leandro Cappellotto of VETTii Cucina.
VETTii Cucina
Pordenone, Italy
Just north of Venice, you'll discover VETTii Cucina, a beacon of innovation in kitchen cabinetry design that transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary. Here, each meticulously engineered mechanism, highly functional accessory, and beautifully crafted surface is more than just a product; it’s an invitation to elevate the gathering space of any home. VETTii Cucina blends modern design with the craftsmanship legacy of Italy's northeast region, where VETTii has its roots. Embracing cutting-edge technology, the plant’s integration of aluminum frame door systems allows for unparalleled customization while ensuring operational efficiency and competitive pricing. These kitchens are not just functional spaces but integral elements of your home’s architecture, encouraging moments of creativity, connection, and joy.
Falmec S.p.A.
Vittorio Veneto, Italy
Your visit includes a factory and showroom tour. Falmec successfully combines technological innovation and functionality with aesthetics and attention to detail. The result of this approach to work, shared with well-known and emerging architects and designers, is a range of unique products that have received considerable recognition in the world of design. Falmec's new filtering technologies, in particular, allow for more compact functional sections and, therefore, the creation of products with a new look.
Castel Brando
Cison di Valmarino, Italy
Castel Brando, nestled between the charming villages of Cison di Valmarino and Follina, proudly stands amidst the picturesque Prosecco hills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This majestic castle, one of the largest and oldest in Europe, occupies a unique spot halfway between the captivating city of Venice and the breathtaking Dolomites. It is a true historical treasure immersed in one of Italy’s most beautiful landscapes.
Wed. | Day 3
Fulgor Milano
Rosà, Italy
Your visit includes a factory and showroom tour. Falmec successfully combines technological innovation and functionality with aesthetics and attention to detail. The result of this approach to work, shared with well-known and emerging architects and designers, is a range of unique products that have received considerable recognition in the world of design. Falmec's new filtering technologies, in particular, allow for more compact functional sections and, therefore, the creation of products with a new look.
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.
Tooy
Vittorio Veneto, Italy
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.
Contardi
Vittorio Veneto, 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.
Like Home
Milan, Italy
Like Home offers the perfect atmosphere, which is rarely found in other places across the globe. Guests will find a comfortable and relaxing environment and feel at home after a busy day. Not far from the airport, you’ll be able to sleep in a bit longer before an early morning departure from Milan to Prague!
Fri. | Day 5
Arrival
Prague, Cezch Republic
Time for a change of scenery 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.
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.