OUR STORY

We are Donatella and Simona, two Italian designers who both graduated in Architecture from the University of Florence nearly two decades ago. Although we shared mutual friends, our paths never crossed in Tuscany. 

Fate, however, had other plans. Nearly twenty years later, in California, we finally met and discovered our shared passions. This serendipitous encounter led us to establish Florentine Design, and from that moment on, we have been inseparable.

Together, we blend a unique synergy of qualities: organization, creativity, a steadfast focus on our goals, and meticulous attention to detail. Our connection is profound, allowing us to communicate seamlessly and understand each other intuitively. This perfect harmony has become the cornerstone of our successful partnership.

Welcome to Florentine Design, a boutique residential design firm that harmoniously blends Italian heritage with the California lifestyle. 

Our designs are deeply rooted in the timeless elegance of Florence, Italy, where our journey as designers began. 

Indulge in the ‘Dolce Vita’ with Florentine Design. Whether you're reimagining your home's interiors or embarking on a full remodel, we provide a personalized and seamless design journey.

At Florentine Design, our goal is to create truly bespoke designs, tailored to fit your life as perfectly as a well-crafted suit. We honor the spirit and history of each house we work on, breathing new life into it while preserving its intrinsic value. By getting to know you, we ensure that your home not only meets your daily needs but also transforms into the space of your dreams.

We infuse joy and authenticity into every project, never resorting to dull or forced designs. We look forward to creating something special with you and your family.

Donatella Mazzini started her career working at Architecture firms in Milan, Italy.

After moving to California in 2007, she fell in love with residential design. Working with several talented professionals through the years, she learned about all of its aspects from permitting to detailing. 

Wanting to highlight the core of Italian design - a blend of functionality and elegance, she started her own firm in 2017.

While the homes she works on and the families that inhabit them are always on her mind, she also enjoys playing the drums and traveling with her husband and 2 teenage sons. 

Simona Corradini is an Italian Designer with over 20 years of experience in high-end commercial and residential interiors.

She managed store design and construction for the Prada group and Apple throughout Europe while living in Italy, London, NY and the Bay Area.

She brings to Florentine Design her cross-industry project management and design experience, passion for beautiful interiors and artistic talent.

Beyond the design world, she loves to sing and make tortellini from scratch for her husband and 2 young sons.