At Innerspace, we work with creatives and makers who understand that great design is never just about how a space looks it’s about how it lives, moves, and lasts.
For our latest Designer Spotlight, we sat down with Gilberto Frigerio, Creative Director and part-owner of the iconic Italian furniture house Frigerio, to celebrate the launch of the collection across our Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth showrooms.
Gilberto Frigerio is the Creative Director and third-generation leader of Frigerio. Based in Italy, he collaborates with international architects and designers to create collections that fuse timeless craft with modern function. His design philosophy is rooted in emotion & balance.
Frigerio began as a family-run upholstery studio in the 1930s in Mariano Comense, Italy, right in the heart of the Brianza furniture district. Now led by the third generation, the brand continues to evolve under Gilberto’s creative leadership, blending precision tailoring with Italian innovation.
“At Frigerio, we see furniture not as a static object, but as a companion to people’s daily rituals. Our pieces are designed to be lived in, softened by time, and elevated by touch,” says Gilberto.
Each Frigerio piece, whether a sculptural armchair or a finely crafted cabinet, it has been designed to reflect this ethos. The collection is unified by an understated elegance, featuring soft curves, rich leathers, and meticulously selected timbers and textiles.
When we launched Frigerio at Innerspace, we knew it would speak directly to Australian designers seeking warmth, flexibility, and enduring form. Gilberto highlights that synergy:
“Australian interiors celebrate natural light, flow, and material honesty. Frigerio complements that with a very human scale—we think about how people move through spaces, not just how they look.”
Frigerio pieces are ideal for both residential and commercial interiors, offering modularity and comfort without compromising on craftsmanship. From refined executive lounge areas to intimate residential living rooms, the collection adapts beautifully across typologies.
One of the key reasons we partnered with Frigerio is their commitment to sustainable manufacturing. From locally sourced Italian hardwoods to recycled padding materials they have been concious to reduce waste and extend the product lifecycle.
In Gilberto’s words:
“We are not interested in fast design. We are interested in lasting emotion. Our pieces are designed to age well and be loved over time.”
This approach aligns with a growing demand in Australia for investment-grade furniture—pieces that not only perform but become design heirlooms in their own right.
We’re proud to now carry an exclusive selection of Frigerio’s most iconic designs, available to experience in our Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth showrooms:
Looking to specify Frigerio for your next project? Our team can support you with samples, technical specs, and styling advice.
Discover more from Frigerio and be inspired by how Australian designers are styling the collection.
