Davide Groppi
Davide Groppi Lighting began in the late 1980s in Piacenza, Italy. In a small laboratory in the historic centre of the town, Davide Groppi created his first lamps. Choosing simplicity, he gave the company his own name. What started as a personal experiment soon became a recognised brand, admired for originality and independence.
The philosophy of Davide Groppi Lighting is rooted in simplicity, emotion, and invention. Each creation emerges from the need to give life to something meaningful. The designs express lightness and amazement, turning light into a tool of seduction and wonder. Every lamp is not just functional but also poetic, designed to excite and inspire.
Davide Groppi works closely with a loyal group of collaborators. Together, they have developed products, projects, and exhibitions in partnership with leading design companies. The brand has illuminated homes, galleries, museums, and restaurants across the world. Hospitality projects are a particular strength. Some of the world’s most renowned chefs, including Massimo Bottura, Albert Adrià, and Massimiliano Alajmo, have chosen Davide Groppi Lighting for their restaurants.
The inspiration behind each design often comes from art, ready-made objects, or the simple act of play. This spirit of curiosity and experimentation has earned the brand international recognition. Over the years, Davide Groppi has received numerous awards, including several Compasso d’Oro ADI prizes, the Edida Award, and the Design Plus Award. Iconic products such as the SAMPEI, NULLA, ANIMA, and TeTaTeT lamps are celebrated globally for their design excellence.
Davide Groppi Lighting has also been chosen for prestigious projects such as the “Quirinale Contemporaneo,” illuminating the Quirinal Palace in Rome. The brand’s ORIGINE lamp also enhances the Italian Embassy to the Holy See. Since 2018, the company has been part of Dexelance S.p.A., a move that has strengthened its international presence. In 2019, Davide Groppi joined the Altagamma Foundation, affirming its position within the cultural and creative ecosystem of Made in Italy.
Choosing Davide Groppi Lighting means choosing originality, craftsmanship, and emotion. Each lamp is the result of passion and vision, created to enrich spaces with simplicity and beauty. With every design, Davide Groppi continues to redefine the meaning of light.
