Carlos Mello is the founder and head designer of MainGUILTY, a Portuguese design studio that sits at the intersection of product design and art. With a background deeply rooted in industrial craftsmanship, Mello focuses on transforming raw materials—particularly cork, wood, and metal—into functional collectibles. His creative process, often driven by his "UnderPressure" methodology, prioritizes experimental textures and organic forms. He frequently utilizes upcycling techniques to repurpose industrial byproducts, ensuring that his furniture and sculptural pieces maintain a distinct, tactile quality suitable for curated interiors.
Mello’s work has recently gained visibility through significant international and public projects. He was selected to represent Portuguese design at Expo 2025 Osaka with his "Wave of Connections" installation, a project emphasizing sustainable material use and cultural heritage. His portfolio also includes public sculpture, such as the commemorative piece commissioned for AEMinho in Ponte de Lima. An active participant in the European design circuit, Mello has exhibited at major trade shows like Decorex London and was recently recognized with the "Entrepreneurial Generation" award at the Mobis Gala.
Valerie Luxury Sculptural Chair in Black Lacquered Aluminum by MainGUILTY
By Carlos Mello
Located in Freamunde, PT
The Valerie Chair is a sculptural luxury chair that merges feminine elegance with architectural precision. Designed as a statement piece for high-end interiors, it embodies sensual c...
Aluminum, Steel
Valerie Luxury Sculptural Chair in Champagne Lacquered Aluminum by MainGUILTY
By Carlos Mello
Located in Freamunde, PT
The Valerie Chair is a sculptural luxury chair that merges feminine elegance with architectural precision. Designed as a statement piece for high-end interiors, it embodies sensual c...
Aluminum, Steel
$1,836Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 31.7 in W 23.6 in D 22.4 in
"Lago'" Lacquered Shell and Aluminum Legs Chair by Philippe Starck for Driade
By Philippe Starck, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Lago'" is a chair, designed by Philippe Starck and manufactured by Driade, made of a stiff polyurethane shell, supported by thin aluminum legs, and is available in a vast sampler of...
Aluminum
$5,380 / item
H 22.84 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in
"Monobloco'' Contemporary Sculptural Chair in Cast Aluminum by Estudio Orth
By Estúdio Orth
Located in Sao Paulo, BR
Contemporary chair in cast aluminum. Produced in São Paulo, Brazil. This chair was meticulously handmade by master artisans one delicate piece at a time. It is therefore quite diffi...
Aluminum
$369Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 32.3 in W 19.7 in D 23.6 in
"Nizza" Chair in Varnished Aluminum by Moroso for Diesel
By Moroso, Diesel Creative Team 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Nizza" is a chair, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso, featuring a varnished aluminum structure and seat and a back made of a varnished perforated aluminum ...
Aluminum
$6,852
H 44.1 in W 30.32 in D 27.56 in
Santos, Imposing Seat, Sculptural Chair in Black by Joel Escalona
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Santos Chair Somewhere between an imposing throne and a glass of champagne, Santos, designed by Joel Escalona, is suitable for use in halls, bars, hotels, homes and even outdoors. ...
Fiberglass
$8,500
H 47 in W 26 in D 25 in
Sculptural “Winged” Chair in White Lacquered Wood, Signed by Artist, One of a Ki
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning one-of-a-kind sculptural chair, hand-signed by the artist, showcasing a dynamic and poetic design that merges art and function. Crafted in solid wood and finished in a hig...
Wood
$1,160Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 43.71 in W 15.36 in D 19.3 in
Gervasoni Inout 28 Barstool in Glossy White Lacquered Aluminum by Paola Navone
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gervasoni Inout 28 Barstool in glossy white lacquered aluminum by Paola Navone Bar stool in lacquered cast aluminum, available in glossy white and orange and embossed gray, sage a...
Aluminum
$6,692Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 32.29 in W 21.26 in D 57.49 in
Alias 414 Longframe Soft Outdoor Chair in Grey Fabric & Lacquered Aluminum Frame
By Alias, Alberto Meda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Alias 414 Longframe Soft Outdoor Chair in Grey Fabric & Lacquered Aluminum Frame by Alberto Meda Chaise longue for outdoor use with structure com...
Aluminum
$745Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 31.11 in W 15.36 in D 18.9 in
Gervasoni Inout 23 Outdoor Chair in Sage Lacquered Aluminum by Paola Navone
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gervasoni Inout 23 outdoor chair in sage lacquered aluminum by Paola Navone Chair in lacquered cast aluminum, available in glossy white and orange and embossed gray, sage and teal...
Aluminum
$3,590 / item
H 35.04 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Strelitzia Modern Solid Silver Polished Aluminum and Boucle Luxury Dining Chair
By Egg Designs
Located in Bothas Hill, KZN
The Silver Strelitzia handcrafted, modern dining chair is designed by Egg Designs and manufactured in South Africa. This luxury dining chair ha...
Aluminum
$745Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 31.11 in W 15.36 in D 18.9 in
Gervasoni Inout 23 Outdoor Chair in Teal Lacquered Aluminum by Paola Navone
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gervasoni Inout 23 outdoor chair in teal lacquered aluminum by Paola Navone Chair in lacquered cast aluminum, available in glossy white and orange and embossed gray, sage and teal...
Aluminum
$1,216Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 39.77 in W 19.3 in D 19.69 in
Gervasoni Gray 21 Chair in Black Lacquered Oak by Paola Navone
By Paola Navone, Gervasoni
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Single-material chair with high backrest and visible vertical slats without armrests, Gray 21 is characterised by clean and essential lines, with the structure in natural painted Can...
Oak
$2,380Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 32.29 in W 21.26 in D 57.49 in
Alias 419_O Longframe Outdoor Chair in Red Mesh with Lacquered Aluminum Frame
By Alberto Meda, Alias
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Alias 419_O Longframe Outdoor Chair in Red Mesh with Lacquered Aluminum Frame by Alberto Meda Chaise longue for outdoor use with structure composed of extruded aluminium profile a...
Aluminum