PORTOFINO – In Conversation with Jacopo Giagnoni

Presented for the first time at Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026, PORTOFINO is the new upholstered collection of sofas and armchairs designed by Florentine designer Jacopo Giagnoni exclusively for Papadatos. Introduced at the world's leading international furniture exhibition, the collection reinterprets the timeless elegance of 1970s design through a contemporary lens, combining bold, sculptural forms with the exceptional comfort expected from today's lifestyle.

In this exclusive interview, recorded during the exhibition, Jacopo shares the inspiration behind PORTOFINO, explaining how the spirit, aesthetics and relaxed sophistication of the 1970s evolved into a collection that feels both nostalgic and unmistakably contemporary. He also discusses his design philosophy, the balance between visual identity and everyday comfort, and the creative journey that transformed an idea into a distinctive collection for Papadatos.

We invite you to discover the story behind PORTOFINO through the words of its designer