Our Story

Provvista-"Italian for provision"

Provvista Designs established in 2005, began with a desire to create unique quality pieces for family and friends.  This passion is still the driving force behind the company.  Three friends, sketches in hand, flew to Milan with a dream.

What began as a passion among friends, grew into a great love and respect for  "new friends."  International friends who pursue the talents of generations before. Artisans who forgo more lucrative endeavors for the continued pursuit of excellence and family values.  Artisans who use the same ceramic molds and paint styles as their ancestors...João, Isabel, Catarina, Filipa, Rui, etc...I wish you could know each one!

Often I am asked, where do you start when creating? #1 answer- I request to see the archived pieces. It is in these dusty rooms where our inspiration begins. Usually met with the same response-"You like??? We have not used that mold in 50 years."  

EXACTLY!!!!  "please tell your great uncle his work is brilliant, we start here!

Humbled you are still reading:)

BEE