About
I’m Giovanni Filardi, a Senior Industrial and Furniture Designer from Italy. I specialize in creating refined, functional, and production-ready products with a strong balance between aesthetics, usability, and manufacturing feasibility.
I’ve collaborated with international brands from Europe, the USA, and Asia, developing high-end furniture, home products, and consumer goods.
Skilled in Rhino 3D, KeyShot, and CAD development, I provide complete design support from concept sketches to final technical drawings and realistic renderings.
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Experience
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Senior Industrial & Furniture Designer
Giovanni Filardi Design · Self-employed
Jan 2020 –
Present
5 yrs 10 mos
Piedmont, Italy
I manage the complete product design process for international clients, from market research and concept generation to CAD development and production-ready solutions.
Specialized in high-end furniture, lighting, and consumer products that combine Italian aesthetics with manufacturing efficiency.
Collaborations include companies from Europe, the USA, the UAE, Singapore, and Australia.
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Team Bachelor Thesis
SMEG · Apprenticeship
Jan 2019 –
Jul 2019
6 mos
Piedmont, Italy
Contributed to the development of Opera 2.0 with a focus on aesthetic refinement, material selection, and usability.
Supported in 3D modeling, concept generation, and presentation renderings aligned with SMEG’s iconic design language.
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Industrial Designer
International Design Collaborations · Part-time
Mar 2017 –
Mar 2019
2 yrs
Piedmont, Italy
Worked with design studios and manufacturers to develop functional and visually distinctive consumer goods, home accessories, and industrial components. During my university years.
Focused on transforming early ideas into market-ready concepts through efficient CAD modeling and material research.
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Internship
Ferrero · Full-time
Jul 2017 –
Aug 2017
1 mos
Cork, CO, Ireland
Education
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IAAD – Istituto d’Arte Applicata e Design
Bachelor’s degree in industrial design and product development, Industrial and Product Design
2016 – 2019
Activities and Societies:
Participated in design workshops, material research projects, and collaborative studio activities focused on furniture and consumer product design. Final thesis project centered on sustainable materials and manufacturing-oriented design.
During my studies at IAAD in Turin, I developed a strong foundation in industrial and product design, focusing on form, materials, and functionality. My education emphasized both creativity and technical precision, preparing me to manage the entire design process from concept development to production-ready solutions.