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 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
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
$2,295 / item
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
$1,480Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 30.75 in W 20.25 in D 24.75 in
1960s Brown Jordan Sculptural Patio Chairs in Aluminum & Black After Walter Lamb
By Walter Lamb, Brown Jordan
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, Sculptural Patio chairs 1960s set of two sculptural patio chairs by Brown Jordan in Polished Aluminum and new woven blac...
Aluminum
$1,804 / item
H 37.8 in W 28.75 in D 28.75 in
Alias 434 Rollingframe 44 Chair in White Mesh with Lacquered Aluminum Frame
By Alberto Meda, Alias
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Alias 434 Rollingframe 44 Chair in White Mesh with Lacquered Aluminum Frame by Alberto Meda Height adjustable chair with soft (or hard or soft breaking ***) castors and 5-star sw...
Aluminum
$932 / item
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 Gervasoni, Paola Navone
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
$1,521 / item
H 39.77 in W 19.3 in D 19.69 in
Gervasoni Gray 21 Chair in Black Lacquered Oak by Paola Navone
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
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
$932 / item
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 Gervasoni, Paola Navone
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
$2,646 / item
H 32.29 in W 21.26 in D 57.49 in
Alias 419_O Longframe Outdoor Chair in White Mesh with Lacquered Aluminum Frame
By Alias, Alberto Meda
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Alias 419_O Longframe Outdoor Chair in White Mesh with Lacquered Aluminum Frame by Alberto Meda Chaise longue for outdoor use with structure composed of extruded aluminium profile a...
Aluminum
$2,976 / item
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 Alias, Alberto Meda
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
$1,275 / item
H 31.11 in W 15.36 in D 18.9 in
Gervasoni Black Chair in Beech Grey Lacquered by Paola Navone
By Gervasoni, Paola Navone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A timeless product, the Black 123/123R chair family is characterised by simple, clean, minimal lines. Available with or without crosspieces, they have a solid beech structure lacquer...
Beech
$3,590 / item
H 34.06 in W 24.02 in D 22.05 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
$8,366 / item
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