Briccole collection
Sustainable designer furniture crafted from briccole wood
Uniqueness and Sustainability in Riva1920’s Briccole Collection
The Briccole Collection by Riva1920 was born from the desire to give a third life to Briccola wood, an iconic element of the Venetian Lagoon. This oak wood, submerged in water for decades and sculpted by nature, is transformed into exclusive designer furniture that tells a story of the sea, time, and craftsmanship.
Furniture crafted from Briccole wood stands out for its distinctive appearance, featuring intricate natural engravings created by the teredo navalis, a marine mollusk. These organic patterns, combined with the wood’s remarkable sustainability, contribute to a low-impact production cycle that embraces both history and innovation.
The crafting process of Briccole wood follows the highest standards of artisanal excellence. Once extracted from the Venetian seabed, the wood undergoes a meticulous drying process before being shaped using cutting-edge technologies and expert craftsmanship. Each piece is treated individually to enhance its unique characteristics, preserving the natural marks of time as a defining feature of the material. The result is a collection of modern and sophisticated furniture, ideal for those seeking designer furnishings that blend aesthetics, uniqueness, and sustainability.
The Briccole Collection is a true homage to the city of Venice and its rich traditions. For centuries, Briccole poles have been used to guide boats through the lagoon—now, they find a new life as one-of-a-kind wooden furniture pieces.
Marked by weathering and time, the wood is expertly crafted and finished with natural plant-based waxes, ensuring authenticity and lasting protection while preserving its historical essence.
Over the years, the Briccole Collection has captivated some of the world’s most renowned architects, designers, and artists, who have chosen to work with this extraordinary material. Notable names include: Matteo Thun, Michele De Lucchi, Paola Navone, Fabio Novembre, Patricia Urquiola, Alessandro Mendini, Mario Bellini, Claudio Bellini, Andrea Branzi, Carlo Colombo, Marco Piva, Giuliano and Gabriele Cappelletti, Gualtiero Marchesi, and Elio Fiorucci.
Each of these visionary designers has contributed to the creation of timeless furniture pieces, capable of enhancing any interior space.
Discover the elegance and heritage of the Briccole Collection by Riva1920—bring home a piece of Venice, rich in history, character, and emotion.
