Driven by his belief that beautiful surroundings can heighten the enjoyment of even mundane everyday rituals, Italian architect and industrial designer Antonio Citterio creates furniture that combines sophisticated form with functionality. Citterio’s timeless neoclassical-inspired chairs, outdoor furniture, desks and other pieces have earned him a place among the most influential furniture designers working in his native country.
Born in 1950 in Meda, Citterio grew up just a stone's throw away from the artistic hub of Milan. In 1972, at just 22 years old, he opened his first design studio and designed a chair for the La Rinascente department store while completing his studies in architecture at the Polytechnic University of Milan. Citterio established a partnership with famed furniture designer Terry Dwan, and the pair worked together during the 1980s and 1990s, designing striking buildings in European cities as well as Japan. He is currently chairperson at an interior design and architecture firm with fellow architect Patricia Viel and eight other partners.
Citterio taught at the Università della Svizzera Italiana in Mendrisio, Switzerland, from 2006 to 2016. He holds art director roles for high-end furniture manufacturers Maxalto, Arclinea and Azucena, and today, Citterio lounge chairs, sofas and other furnishings are in hotels all over the world. Citterio’s work is synonymous with luxury, and has yielded collaborations with reputable brands such as Kartell, Knoll, Flexform, Vitra and B&B Italia. His Sity seating collection for the latter and kitchen furnishings for Arclinea are among his best-known innovations.
Citterio has received many awards and accolades for his design work, including the Compasso d’Oro. He was also given the title of “Royal Designer for Industry” by the Royal Society for the Encouragement of Arts in 2008.
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Two-Piece Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, Italy Modern
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant two-piece sectional sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, Italy. This model showcases the clean-lined sophistication and timeless comfort that define Citterio’s d...
Steel
$11,631Sale Price|20% Off
1980s B&B Italia Antonio Citterio Sity Sofa Sectional in Maroon and Eggshell
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Basel, BS
Magnificent and very comfortable vintage Antonio Citterio 1980s Sity Sofa for B&B Italia. The Manufacturer's mark is present. The sofa is completely made of a very high quality eggsh...
Metal
1980s B&b Italia Antonio Citterio Sity Sofa Sectional in Green and Eggshell-- 2
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Basel, BS
Magnificent and very comfortable vintage Antonio Citterio 1980s Sity Sofa for B&B Italia. The Manufacturer's mark is present. The sofa is completely made of a very high quality e...
Metal
Postmodern 'Sity' Modular Sectional Sofa, Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1972
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Zagreb, HR
An amazing, rare and early production, three-piece modular Sity sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia. Original upholstery, leather pole armrests, loose back and seat cushions, pink upholstered frames. Original B&B Italia labels. This sculptural Memphis sofa...
Leather, Fabric
"Sity" Sectional Sofa in White Leather by Citterio for B&B Italia
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Designed by Antonio Citterio in 1986 for B&B Italia, this "Sity" sectional sofa in white leather contains one asymmetrical curved island daybed and a rectangular daybed. New excep...
Leather
Vintage Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia "Sity" Sectional Sofa
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia "Sity" Sectional Sofa Offered for sale is a vintage "Sity" sectional sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia. The Sity sectionals ar...
Fabric, Wood
$4,185Sale Price|36% Off
Baia modular sofa from B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio and Paolo Nava
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Catania, IT
Baia fabric sofa by Antonio Citterio and Paolo Nava for B&B Italia, 1970s. Consists of five modules including one corner module, two without armrests and two with single armrests. To...
Fabric
1980s Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Sity Sofa Curved 3pc Sectional
By Antonio Citterio, BBB Italia
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A 3pc Sity Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia. This is a monumental 1980s sectional by renowned Italian designer Antonio Citterio. The "Sity Sofa" by Citterio features a customi...
Fabric
$5,228Sale Price|50% Off
H 28.75 in W 99.22 in D 63 in
B&B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Rochester, England
The Charles Sectional Sofa by B&B Italia is an iconic piece, crafted with high quality materials and impeccable attention to detail. The sleek and modern design of the sofa is co...
Metal
$15,564 / set
H 26.4 in W 36.2 in D 36.2 in
Mario Bellini White Velvet Camaleonda Sofa for B&B Italia, 1972, Set Of 2
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Vicenza, IT
“Camaleonda” sofa, in white velvet upholstery, designed by Mario Bellini and manufactured by B&B Italia in 1972. Fully restored and reupholstered in Italy. The sofa is very comfort...
Velvet, Foam, Chenille
$7,200
H 30.31 in W 61 in D 25.98 in
Antonio Citterio Leather Chaise Lounge Or Sofa Baisity by for B&B Italy
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Vienna, AT
Leather chaise lounge Baisity by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italy, 1982. Elegant chaise lounge featuring a leather upholstered steel-frame and backrest, a black leather cushion and a leather mattress...
Steel, Aluminum
$12,557
H 24.75 in W 112 in D 59 in
Grey Upholstered Tufty-Time Right Sectional Sofa by B&B Italia - Available Now
By B&B Italia, Patricia Urquiola
Located in Tulsa, OK
The Tufty-Time sofa series, designed by Patricia Urquiola, is one of B&B Italia’s most consolidated successes, finding effective answers to the themes of modularity, comfort, and...
Steel
$28,500
H 26 in W 149.5 in D 38.5 in
'Camaleonda' Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia in Emerald Green Corduroy
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning, four Piece 'Camaleonda' sofa in emerald green corduroy fabric. Originally designed in 1970 and commercially released in 1972, Bellini combined two terms that accurately dep...
Upholstery
Sity Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1986
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Premariacco, IT
Classic of Italian design, this Sity sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia presents itself in its elegance and refinement with a two-seater section, a corner section and a single s...
Fabric, Plastic
$19,500 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Modular Sofa for B&B Italia, Laguna Velvet, 1970
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, Laguna velvet, metal and plastic, Italy, 1970, set of four. "Camaleonda" is an icon, redis...
Velvet, Plastic
$23,500 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Black Leather, 1970, Set of 4
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, black leather, Italy, 1970, set of four. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. First designed in 1970 by Mario Bellini,...
Leather, Plastic
1980s Roche Bobois Yellow Leather Down Navy Blue Sectional Sofa
By Roche Bobois
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1980s with this exquisite yellow calf leather and navy stripe corduroys cushions. This design truly resembles the ethos of the ...
Chrome
$6,800
H 29.93 in W 60.63 in D 28.35 in
Citterio "Sity" Chaise Lounge for B&B Italia in Black Leather on Black Leather
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Grand Cayman, KY
Strikingly chic and elegant chaise lounge by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia. One of the most desirable and rare pieces of the Sity range from 1986. Thi...
Steel
$7,150 / set
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Set of 3 Amanta Lounge Chairs or Sectional Sofa by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Set of 3 iconic lounge chairs by Mario Bellini for B&B Italia 1966, winner of the prestigious Compasso d'Oro prize in 1970. Seat cushions reupholstered in bright saffron yellow v...
Velvet, Fiberglass
$4,409
H 32.68 in W 87.01 in D 39.77 in
Baisity sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s.
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Athens, Attiki
Baisity sofa designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s. Original fabric with extraordinary paisley pattern and leather. Excellent condition
Leather, Fabric, Silk
Monumental 1980's Antonio Citterio Sectional for B&B Italia
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Absolutely monumental 3 piece sectional by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia. Newly upholstered in faux shearling, in excellent condition. The longer side has an amazing curve to it ...
Fabric
Sold
H 38 in W 136 in D 62 in
B&B Italia "Harry" Modern Large Curved Green Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A B&B Italia "Harry" sectional sofa by Antonio Citterio. The Harry sofa is a staple of contemporary sofa design, known for its simple but stunning lines, and incredibly comfortable s...
Fabric
Sold
H 35.5 in W 120 in D 96 in
B&B Italia Baia Leather Modular Sofa by Antonio Citterio & Paolo Nava 1970
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Rare B&B Italia Baia Leather Modular Sofa by Antonio Citterio & Paolo Nava, 1970. Brown leather upholstery over plastic steel and foam frame modular sectional sofa. Leather shows we...
Steel
B&B Italia Charles Sectional Sofa
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Dallas, TX
An icon of contemporary design, the Charles sofa stands out for its light image accentuated by the essential design of the die-cast aluminium feet in the shape of an inverted “L” whi...
Aluminum
Harry Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia and Maxalto
By Maxalto, Antonio Citterio
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Harry sectional sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia and Maxalto. This incredible contemporary modern sofa was originally designed by Citterio in ...
Fabric
Antonio Citterio Flexform Sectional Sofa Brunschwig Le Zebra Linen
By Antonio Citterio, Flexform
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Chic Antonio Citterio designed sectional sofa and ottoman for Flexform Italy featuring Brunschwig & Fils Le Zebra fabric in a stunning indigo blue zebra print design. The sofa is an ...
Metal
Flexform Campiello Italian Sectional Sofa 2023
By Antonio Citterio, Flexform
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
This is the Campiello Flexform sofa designed by world renowned Italian designer Antonio Citterio. The color is Greige. It is a soft seating sofa that pr...
Wool, Cotton, Linen
Sold
H 34.65 in W 111.42 in D 63 in
Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia Dark Blue Fabric Michel Corner Sofa
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio in 2012 for B&B Italia, the Michel sofa is a fantastic example of modern furniture design. Constructed from a tubular steel frame, the sofa i...
Fabric
Sold
H 28.75 in W 128.75 in D 38.19 in
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Ivory Cream Fabric Charles Corner Sofa, 2022
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Rochester, England
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio in 1997, the Charles sofa collection is manufactured by B&B Italia and is a fantastic example of contemporary ...
Fabric
B&B Italia by Antonio Citterio Richard Grey Fabric Corner Sofa
By B&B Italia, Antonio Citterio
Located in Rochester, England
Originally designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia in 2016, the Richard sofa is a fantastic example of contemporary Italian design. The sectional sofa has a corner configuration with a separate two seat sofa modules and additional two seat module with a single armrest...
Fabric
Charles Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia.
By Antonio Citterio, B&B Italia
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite Charles Sectional Sofa, a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and design by renowned Italian designer Antonio Citterio f...
Aluminum
Sity Sofa by Antonio Citterio for B&B Italia, 1980s
By Antonio Citterio
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Large 'Sity' sofa set designed by Antonio Citterio for B&B italia. This sofa is upholstered in grey fabric and has black leather armrests. This post modern sofa offers a large ...
Fabric