Royal Oak
Street-front on Woodward Avenue — our flagship floor, open to the public seven days a week.
- Address
- 32968 Woodward Ave, Royal Oak, MI 48073
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 10:00 AM – 6:00 PMSun 12:00 – 5:00 PM
- Phone
- +1 (248) 220-4608
Florence, TuscanyAuthorized Dealer
Opinion Ciatti, authorized at Italcasa Design
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Everyday objects, unexpected points of view.
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Opinion Ciatti makes furniture that begins with a clear idea. A stack of books becomes a vertical bookcase; an everyday furnishing becomes an object with a memorable outline. The Florence-based brand brings together storage, seating, tables and accessories with a sense of invention that works particularly well in interiors built around a few distinctive pieces.
Original Ptolomeo is a useful introduction to the collection, but Opinion Ciatti also rewards looking beyond a single icon. Consider how a piece will be used, what it needs to hold and where its form will be seen. Italcasa Design helps translate that choice into a room, with advice on dimensions, finishes and coordination for homes in Metro Detroit and projects across the United States.
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A place to gather
Brand spotlight
Original Ptolomeo — a library, reduced to the books.
Bruno Rainaldi's Original Ptolomeo turns a vertical stack of books into a freestanding bookcase. Its supporting structure recedes as the shelves fill, allowing the books themselves to define the silhouette. Awarded the Compasso d'Oro in 2004, the design offers a compact way to keep a personal library close to a reading chair or desk.
- Design
- Bruno Rainaldi
- Type
- Freestanding vertical bookcase
- Recognition
- Compasso d'Oro, 2004
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Pacifico, a lounge with color
Pacifico shelving is shown in a living room with an orange sofa. HoverTap the room to see what's in it.
TAB.U, a dining setting
TAB.U pieces add reflective accents to a contemporary dining space. HoverTap the room to see what's in it.
ILtavolo, dining in the garden
An ILtavolo table is shown in an open-air garden setting. HoverTap the room to see what's in it.
Buying Opinion Ciatti from Italcasa Design.
What is Opinion Ciatti known for?
Opinion Ciatti is known for expressive Italian furniture and objects, particularly Original Ptolomeo, the vertical bookcase designed by Bruno Rainaldi. Its range also includes seating, tables and accessories.
Who designed the Original Ptolomeo bookcase?
Bruno Rainaldi designed Original Ptolomeo. The freestanding bookcase received the Compasso d'Oro in 2004 and is distinguished by supports that become less visible as books fill the shelves.
Does Original Ptolomeo need a full wall?
Original Ptolomeo is a freestanding vertical design with a compact footprint. Allow sufficient space for the selected version, the books it will hold and safe circulation around it; follow the manufacturer's placement and loading instructions.
How do I choose the right Ptolomeo version?
Compare the height, footprint, shelf arrangement and finish of each current version. Provide the approximate size and number of books you want to store so the selection can be checked against the model's specifications.
Where can I buy Opinion Ciatti in Metro Detroit?
Contact Italcasa Design in Royal Oak or at Michigan Design Center in Troy for Opinion Ciatti. Our team can help compare the collection and plan your selection. Confirm the current display pieces and samples before visiting.
Can I order Opinion Ciatti for delivery outside Michigan?
Italcasa assists clients throughout the contiguous United States. Send your Opinion Ciatti selection and delivery ZIP code to confirm current availability, freight and delivery arrangements for your address.
How do I request a Opinion Ciatti quote?
Send the Opinion Ciatti product name, version, size and finish, together with your delivery ZIP code. For Ptolomeo, include the height you prefer and the available floor space so Italcasa can check the selection before quoting.
A Florentine history of independent ideas
Opinion Ciatti traces its story to Rolando Ciatti in Florence in 1950. Over time, the family business developed a design identity shaped by experimentation and collaboration. That history helps explain the collection's range: useful furnishings can also be expressive objects. In a home, one distinctive bookcase or occasional piece may be enough to give a restrained room a more personal direction without overwhelming the furniture around it.
Structure, finish and the character of an object
Metal structures and carefully chosen surface finishes are an important part of the Opinion Ciatti collection. Their effect changes with placement: a dark frame may almost disappear behind books, while a reflective finish catches light and draws attention to its outline. Compare the finish of the exact model with nearby hardware, lighting and furniture. Dimensions, cleaning requirements and installation details should all be reviewed as part of the selection.
Ptolomeo and pieces that organize a room
The Ptolomeo family treats book storage as an opportunity to shape space. A vertical bookcase can sit beside a lounge chair, bring a reading corner into an open living area or add useful storage near a desk. Choose the correct version for your book sizes and available footprint. Across the wider Opinion Ciatti range, evaluate each table, seat or accessory by both its function and its visual presence.
Bruno Rainaldi and the power of a simple idea
Bruno Rainaldi gave Original Ptolomeo a recognizable identity through reduction: the contents become the main event. Opinion Ciatti's broader design culture follows a similarly questioning approach to familiar objects. For an interior, this invites a more deliberate selection process. Start with the purpose of a piece, then ask how its shape, material and position can bring a useful point of interest to the room.
Visit us
Two showrooms in Metro Detroit.
Opinion Ciatti is shown by appointment at both — call ahead and we'll have samples and finishes pulled and waiting.
Troy · Michigan Design Center
Inside the Michigan Design Center — Suite 30. Open to the public, and a working resource for the trade.
- Address
- 1700 Stutz Drive, Suite 30, Troy, MI 48084
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 10:00 AM – 5:00 PMWeekends by private appointment.
- Phone
- +1 (248) 220-4608