For over 60 years, this Italian maker has been designing furniture that treats structure as sculpture, material as expression, and the dining table as the center of domestic life. Every base is a study in geometry and light. Every top is a canvas of ceramic, marble, glass, or wood finished to standards that earned the company five international design awards, including the Compasso d'Oro, the oldest and most prestigious industrial design prize in the world.

At Trade Source, we carry over 150 pieces from the Bontempi Casa collection: dining tables, extending tables, chairs, stools, sofas, consoles, sideboards, lighting, and more. It is one of the largest Bontempi selections available online in the United States, and it is the collection we reach for most often when a customer asks for an Italian dining table that combines beauty with genuine engineering depth.

The Bontempi Casa Story

Bontempi Casa was founded in Italy more than 60 years ago with a philosophy the company still articulates today: "Design speaks a universal language, the language of emotion." That may sound like marketing, but when you see how the philosophy translates into product, you understand it is a manufacturing principle.

The company describes its approach as "industrial tailoring," a concept that captures what makes Bontempi different from both mass-market furniture makers and small artisan workshops. At the heart of Bontempi's success lies a unique ability to merge the strength of industrial manufacturing with an unrivalled depth of range. Every finish, every material, every frame color works within an open and consistent system designed to offer an extraordinary level of customization. Each product becomes a personal expression, yet the result of a structured and reliable process.

In practical terms, this means that a single Bontempi dining table might be available in eight frame finishes, twelve top materials, and six size configurations. That is not a small company hand-making one table at a time. That is a precisely engineered production system that delivers artisan-level variety at industrial-level consistency. The result is furniture that feels bespoke but arrives with the quality control of a factory that has been refining its processes for six decades.

Five International Design Awards (and Counting)

The furniture industry has no shortage of awards, but Bontempi Casa has collected the ones that matter most.

The Compasso d'Oro is the oldest and most prestigious industrial design award in the world, established in Italy in 1954. Bontempi's Delfina chair, designed by Giuseppe Raimondi, received the Compasso d'Oro for "the skillful use of different technologies in a poetic synthesis, structurally and ergonomically sound." That is not a participation trophy. The Compasso d'Oro recognizes design excellence that combines innovation, functionality, and aesthetics with strong cultural and social value.

The Red Dot Design Award went to the Doris Swivel Armchair (from $3,251), designed by Pocci and Dondoli. The Red Dot is one of the most recognized international design prizes, and the Doris earned it for the harmonious proportions between seat and frame, creating a balance that conveys both lightness and solidity. More on this chair shortly.

The Archiproducts Design Award honored the Eden sideboard by Lorenzo Remedi, placing it among the most extraordinary expressions of international design.

The German Design Award recognized the Musa sideboard by Studio E-ggs for exceptional quality, functionality, and timeless design.

The Top of Design Award from Marie Claire Maison France went to the Kimono table by Studio E-ggs and the Amelie chair by Cuno Frommherz, honoring creativity, craftsmanship, and innovation in contemporary living.

Five awards from five different international juries, each recognizing a different Bontempi product. That breadth tells you something about the consistency of the design program.

Where Engineering Meets Art

Bontempi Casa makes dozens of dining table designs, but four models in particular reveal the range of what the brand can do. Each one is designed by a different studio, built around a different structural concept, and aimed at a different kind of interior.

Kimono

The Kimono Dining Table (from $7,136), designed by Studio E-ggs, is the kind of table that makes people stop mid-conversation. Its iconic base creates a striking visual illusion: two identical drop-shaped, rounded forms appear to intersect, generating the unexpected effect that inspired the table's name. The meeting of these bold shapes highlights the project's simplicity and elegance, balancing movement and stillness.

The Kimono is available as a fixed or extending table, in both rectangular and barrel-shaped tops. Fixed sizes seat 8 to 14 people, while the extending versions seat 6 to 12. The top options span the full Bontempi material library: SuperCeramic, SuperMarble, veneer wood, solid wood, heritage walnut, lacquered glass, velvet anti-scratch glass, Art Glass, and fused glass. The lacquered steel frame comes in nine finishes including Gold, Rose Gold, Aged Brass, Natural Silver, and Dark Brass.

Studio E-ggs, the design studio behind the Kimono, also designed the award-winning Musa sideboard. Their work for Bontempi consistently balances visual drama with structural restraint. There is also a Kimono Console Table (from $2,301) that echoes the same base design in a slimmer format, perfect for an entryway or behind a sofa.

Bach

The Bach Dining Table (from $7,082), designed by Andrea Lucatello, is majestic and captivating. Its sculptural, technically refined base features soft lines and a play of solids and voids, giving the table's grandeur a surprising visual lightness. Every detail tells a story of perfect balance and sophistication, crafted for those who seek timeless beauty.

Like the Kimono, the Bach is available in fixed rectangular, barrel-shaped, and extending configurations. The fixed rectangular versions seat 8 to 14, with the largest model stretching to a commanding 157 inches (over 13 feet). The Bach Extending model (from $8,377) seats 8 to 12 people and grows from 79 inches to 118 inches with self-storing leaves. The Bach Console Table (from $1,996) carries the same base language into a smaller format, available in 57-inch and 69-inch widths.

The Bach represents Bontempi at its most architecturally ambitious. The base is not just a support structure; it is a composition of curved metal elements that catch light differently from every angle, making the table look different depending on where you sit.

Menhir

The Menhir, designed by Pio and Tito Toso, takes a fundamentally different approach. Where the Kimono and Bach are curved and organic, the Menhir is solid and geometric. Its four faceted legs are shaped like chiselled volumes that catch and reflect light in a dance of highlights and shadows, enhancing their three-dimensional quality. The table blends precision with fluidity, engaging with contemporary architectural spaces through an essential form rich in material expression.

The Menhir is available as a fixed or extending table, in rectangular and barrel-shaped top configurations. Fixed versions seat 6 to 10 people, while the extending models grow from approximately 67 inches to 98 inches or from 79 inches to 118 inches. The central frame comes in twelve lacquered metal finishes, and the top options include veneer wood, solid wood with natural edge, glossy glass, velvet anti-scratch glass, SuperCeramic, SuperMarble, and Art Glass.

Cruz

The Cruz Extending Dining Table (from $3,066), designed by Daniele Molteni, celebrates the beauty of pure form. The legs are defined by a triangular shape that develops into a captivating three-dimensional structure, creating a dynamic and lightweight visual effect. The metal enhances the play of light and shadow, giving the table a sculptural quality that captures the eye from every angle.

What makes the Cruz particularly appealing is its versatility. The structure is minimalist yet remarkably sophisticated, fitting perfectly into any setting, blending contemporary style with a simplicity that also makes it ideal for more classic interiors. It is available in two standard sizes (63 to 102.5 inches and 75 to 114 inches) plus a Cruz XXL configuration that extends from 55 inches to a full 118 inches in four stages. Top options include anti-scratch glass, ceramic, SuperMarble, and glossy glass, with melamine leaf extensions matched to each top finish.

At $3,066 to start, the Cruz is also one of the most accessible entry points to the Bontempi collection, offering the same engineering quality and material depth as the higher-priced models in a more streamlined design.

The Red Dot Award-Winning Doris Swivel Armchair

A Bontempi Casa furniture review that only covers tables would miss half the story. The brand's chairs are equally engineered, and the Doris Swivel Armchair (from $3,251) is the best proof of that.

Designed by Pocci and Dondoli, the Doris won the Red Dot Design Award for the harmony of its proportions. The seat and frame create a balance that conveys both lightness and solidity simultaneously. Its voluminous elegance and soft minimalism make it a standout addition to any space, whether that is at the head of a dining table, in a living room corner, or behind a desk.

The Doris is available in an extensive range of upholstery options: five fabric categories (A through E), Royal Leather, Premium Leather, and COM (Customer's Own Material). The swivel base comes in Gold, Natural Silver, Aged Brass, and other metal finishes that coordinate with Bontempi's table bases. If you ordered a Kimono in Aged Brass, for example, you could match the Doris in the same finish for a cohesive dining room that looks curated rather than assembled.

SuperCeramic & SuperMarble

One of the things that sets Bontempi apart from other Italian furniture makers is the depth of their material system. A brand like Bontempi does not just offer "ceramic" as a top option. They offer SuperCeramic in multiple finishes (White, Sand, Grigio Bazalt, Anthracite) and SuperMarble in even more (Calacatta, Super White, Prestige, Etoile Gold, Choco, Noir Desert, Calacatta Supreme, Travertina, and more).

Each finish replicates natural stone with engineered durability: scratch resistance, heat resistance, and stain resistance that natural marble cannot match. If you have read our care and maintenance guide, you know that ceramic is the most durable tabletop material available. Bontempi takes that durability and pairs it with visual sophistication that rivals the real stone.

Beyond ceramic and marble, Bontempi tables are available in veneer wood (Natural, Walnut, Spessart Oak, Charcoal), solid wood with natural live edge, heritage walnut from century-old trees, glossy and matte glass, velvet anti-scratch glass in four colors, Art Glass, and fused glass. The frame finishes include Gold, Rose Gold, Aged Brass, Natural Silver, Dark Brass, Dark Chrome, Sand, Anthracite, and Black. This system means that a single table model like the Kimono or Bach can be configured in hundreds of unique combinations, each with a distinct personality.

The Complet Bontempi Collection at Trade Source

The tables and chair highlighted in this post represent a fraction of what Bontempi Casa offers. Our full Bontempi collection includes over 150 pieces:

Dining tables range from the accessible Cruz (from $3,066) to the monumental Universe XXL (from $7,007). If you read our Week 7 post on extending tables, you already know the Tom (from $139), the Echo (from $2,764), and the Podium (from $6,994). The dining chair collection spans from the Gipsy Indoor/Outdoor Chair ($218) to the upholstered Sally (from $2,016). Stools, sofas, consoles, sideboards, lighting, and even the Zac Desk ($2,415) round out a brand that furnishes entire homes, not just dining rooms.

Free White Glove Delivery & No Sales Tax

Every Bontempi piece at Trade Source ships with free white glove delivery, delivered to the room of your choice, fully assembled, with all packing materials removed. Orders shipped outside California include no sales tax. For furniture at this level of design and engineering, that is a meaningful savings.

Have questions about a specific Bontempi model, material, or configuration? Interested in the Trade Program for designer pricing? Contact us and we will help you find the right piece.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Bontempi Casa made, for real?

Bontempi Casa is an Italian furniture company with over 60 years of history. Based in Italy, the company designs and manufactures dining tables, chairs, stools, sofas, sideboards, lighting, and more. Bontempi is known for combining industrial manufacturing precision with artisan-level customization, a philosophy the company calls "industrial tailoring."

What materials are available for Bontempi dining tables?

Bontempi offers one of the widest material selections in the industry. Table tops are available in SuperCeramic (four finishes), SuperMarble (nine finishes), veneer wood, solid wood with natural live edge, heritage walnut, glossy glass, velvet anti-scratch glass, Art Glass, and fused glass. Frame finishes include Gold, Rose Gold, Aged Brass, Natural Silver, Dark Brass, Sand, Anthracite, and Black. A single table model may be configurable in hundreds of unique combinations.

What is SuperCeramic and how does it compare to regular ceramic?

SuperCeramic is Bontempi's engineered ceramic surface, available in finishes that replicate natural stone (White, Sand, Grigio Bazalt, Anthracite). It offers the same durability benefits as standard ceramic, including scratch resistance, heat resistance up to approximately 500 degrees Fahrenheit, and stain resistance, but with a finish quality and consistency specifically calibrated for Bontempi's design language. SuperMarble extends this concept to marble-effect surfaces.

How much do Bontempi Casa dining tables cost?

At Trade Source Furniture, Bontempi dining tables range from approximately $3,066 for the Cruz extending table to over $10,000 for large fixed models like the Kimono and Bach with premium tops. Extending tables typically range from $3,000 to $9,000 depending on size and material. The full Bontempi collection at Trade Source includes over 150 pieces across all categories, with dining chairs starting under $220.

Is the Bontempi Doris chair worth the investment?

The Doris Swivel Armchair (from $3,251) is a Red Dot Design Award winner recognized for the harmonious proportions between seat and frame. It is available in five fabric categories plus Royal Leather, Premium Leather, and COM (Customer's Own Material), with swivel base finishes that coordinate with Bontempi table frames. It works as a dining chair, living room accent, or office chair. The design investment is backed by one of the most recognized design awards in the world.

Do Bontempi tables come with extending leaves?

Many Bontempi tables are available in extending configurations with self-storing leaves. The Cruz extends from 63 to 102.5 inches, the Bach extends from 79 to 118 inches, and the Cruz XXL extends from 55 to 118 inches in four stages. All extending tables use Bontempi's engineered extension mechanisms with leaves that store inside the table when not in use.

How does Bontempi compare to other Italian furniture brands?

Bontempi Casa occupies a unique position among Italian furniture brands because of the depth of its customization system and its range across product categories. While brands like Calligaris focus primarily on accessible Italian design and Connubia offers entry-level pricing, Bontempi spans from accessible pieces (the Cruz at $3,066) to statement-making designs (the Kimono, the Bach) with a material and finish system that supports hundreds of configurations per model. Five international design awards validate the design quality at both ends of the range.

What is the delivery process for Bontempi furniture?

All Bontempi furniture from Trade Source ships with free white glove delivery nationwide. Your furniture is delivered to the room of your choice, fully assembled, with all packaging removed. Orders shipped outside California include no sales tax. Because Bontempi furniture is made to order with your specific material and finish selections, lead times vary; contact us within 72 hours of placing your order for a confirmed delivery estimate.