Achille Salvagni

Achille Salvagni
Born1970 (age 55–56)
Alma materRoyal Institute of Technology in Stockholm
Known forInterior design, furniture and yacht interiors

Achille Salvagni (born 1970) is an Italian artist, designer, and architect. He is the principal behind Achille Salvagni Atelier, the collectible design gallery and the award-winning multidisciplinary architecture and design firm.[1] His designs infuse elements of both classicism and modernism.[2]

In 2002, Salvagni established his architectural firm on the Palatine Hill next to the Roman Colosseum.[3] He then expanded into London in 2021[4] with a gallery in Mayfair and opened a location on Madison Avenue in New York City in 2022, followed by a location on Worth Avenue in Palm Beach in 2026.[5]

Early life

Born in Rome in 1970, Salvagni grew up in Latina and attended the Sapienza University of Rome for six years, where he received his Architecture Degree with honors in 1998. He then spent a year studying in Sweden at the Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm[6] where he became inspired by Scandinavian modernism that is part of his repertoire today.[7]

From a young age, Salvagni was interested in design, absorbing the Roman architecture he was surrounded by. His father worked in construction and he would accompany him on site visits as a child, which also fueled his interest in the field and the different materials and crafts involved in it. [8]

Career

In 2002, Salvagni founded Achille Salvagni Architetti in Rome, focused on interiors for high-end properties and yachts. Since 2013, he has expanded into the production of his limited-edition collectible designs. Salvagni independently represents his collectible pieces, after 10 years with Maison Gerard.[9]

Achille opened his gallery on Grafton Street in London in 2015[10] and on Madison Avenue in New York City in 2023, and on Worth Avenue in Palm Beach in 2026 each displaying his collectible designs.

Following the success of Atelier, he opened his first flagship gallery in Mayfair London in 2015,[11] and another in New York City in 2023[12] to showcase his latest creations.

He debuted at Design Miami in 2025, participated at The Winter Show in 2023, presented at PAD Paris and London since 2009, and has exhibited at Salon Art + Design in New York in 2022 and 2023.[13][14][15] Salvagni was honored as a Galerie Magazine Creative Mind in 2020,[16] and was listed on the Elle Decor A-List of Designers in 2015.[17] In 2019, Rizzoli published a book about Salvagni featuring his work and dedication to craftsmanship.[6] He has collaborated with brands such as Azimut|Benetti, JL Coquet, and Waterworks.  In 2026, he published a book with ASSOULINE entitled “ACHILLE”,  written by curator Glenn Adamson that highlights his collectible design, lighting, and objets d’art and presents a comprehensive portrait of a designer whose work bridges ancient craftsmanship and modern imagination with unique precision.[18]

Style & Influences

Although Salvagni identifies as a modernist, his work reflects historical influences through material choice, traditional craftsmanship, and narrative depth.[19] His designs utilize materials such as bronze, precious stones, onyx and mahogany,[20] which are produced by skilled artisans. By contrasting these materials,[21] he creates visual narratives influenced by Roman heritage, Scandinavian design, classical mythology and history.[22]

Salvagni’s designs involve specialized techniques, and he has collaborated with highly-skilled craftsmen across Rome to create his pieces for years– from a bronze caster who works with the Vatican to stoneworkers who repair the marble and mosaics in Rome’s churches to woodworkers who restore antique cabinets for aristocratic palaces.[23]

Personal life

Salvagni lives between Rome and London and is a collector of Post-War Italian art.[24]

Awards

2007

2012

2015

2018

2021

2022

2026

References

  1. ↑ "Achille Salvagni Atelier – The List". SURFACE. Retrieved 2025-05-28.
  2. ↑ Sieracki, Jill (2023-03-16). "Go Inside Achille Salvagni's Artfully Curated New York City Flagship". Galerie Magazine. Retrieved 2025-05-28.
  3. ↑ "10 Questions With… Achille Salvagni". Interior Design. Retrieved 2025-05-28.
  4. ↑ News, Nick Compton last updated in (2015-09-30). "Expanding empire: Achille Salvagni Atelier launches London space". Wallpaper*. Retrieved 2025-05-28. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  5. ↑ Sieracki, Jill (2023-03-16). "Go Inside Achille Salvagni's Artfully Curated New York City Flagship". Galerie Magazine. Retrieved 2025-05-28.
  6. 1 2 Viladas, Pilar; Salvagni, Achille; Drut, Benoist F. (2019). Achille Salvagni. New York, NY: Rizolli. pp. 8–9. ISBN 9780847865505. OCLC 1089861899.
  7. ↑ Chairish (2019-11-21). "Italian Design Star Achille Salvagni's Custom-Made World". Chairish Blog. Retrieved 2025-05-28.
  8. ↑ Wrathall, Claire (2019-09-12). "Achille Salvagni / architect and designer - People". The Design Edit. Retrieved 2025-05-28.
  9. ↑ Waddoups, Ryan (2022-11-22). "Achille Salvagni's Stylish New York Gallery Is a Turning Point". SURFACE. Retrieved 2025-05-28.
  10. ↑ News, Nick Compton last updated in (2015-09-30). "Expanding empire: Achille Salvagni Atelier launches London space". Wallpaper*. Retrieved 2026-06-20. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  11. ↑ News, Nick Compton last updated in (2015-09-30). "Expanding empire: Achille Salvagni Atelier launches London space". Wallpaper*. Retrieved 2025-05-28. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  12. ↑ Sieracki, Jill (2023-03-16). "Go Inside Achille Salvagni's Artfully Curated New York City Flagship". Galerie Magazine. Retrieved 2025-05-28.
  13. ↑ "The Winter Show 2020 selected works". Maison Gerard. Retrieved 16 August 2020.
  14. ↑ "10 highlights from the PAD London art and design fair". The Telegraph. 3 October 2018. Retrieved 16 August 2020.
  15. ↑ "Trends for autumn: what's new in the world of design". The Guardian. 29 September 2019. Retrieved 16 August 2020.
  16. ↑ Sieracki, Jill (2020-03-10). "Achille Salvagni". Galerie Magazine. Retrieved 2025-05-28.
  17. ↑ Staff, Elle Decor (2015-05-19). "4 Designers Every Decor Lover Should Know". ELLE Decor. Retrieved 2020-05-06.
  18. ↑ "Achille Salvagni Brings Roman Opulence to the World of Hospitality". L'Officiel USA. Retrieved 2026-06-20.
  19. ↑ "Achille Salvagni Atelier – The List". SURFACE. Retrieved 2025-05-28.
  20. ↑ Collard, James (2020-03-22). "Designer Achille Salvagni on the Power of Pushups and the Definition of Success". Robb Report. Retrieved 2026-06-20.
  21. ↑ "Achille Salvagni | Pinocchio (2014) | Artsy". www.artsy.net. Retrieved 2025-05-28.
  22. ↑ Wrathall, Claire (2019-09-12). "Achille Salvagni / architect and designer - People". The Design Edit. Retrieved 2025-05-28.
  23. ↑ Itzkowitz, Laura (2022-11-10). "Achille Salvagni Atelier—Maker of Haute Couture for the Home—Expands to the US". Architectural Digest. Retrieved 2025-05-28.
  24. ↑ "The architects who build art collections: from Phil Freelon to I.M. Pei". www.theartnewspaper.com. 26 September 2019.
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