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studio didea,

With offices in Palermo and Malta, we specialize in architectural design and interior design across residential, commercial, retail, office, and hospitality sectors.

Our creative approach begins with compelling concepts that reveal the potential of spaces, guiding us towards the final project. This process includes a careful selection of materials, detailed definition of executive plans, and targeted choice of excellent companies and artisans, maintaining a constant dialogue with the clients’ needs.

We aim to create tangible spaces where light, shadow, proportion, and functionality harmonize, allowing people to live in symbiosis with nature and history. We promote a culture of sustainable living, where sustainability is fundamental.

We envision a future where architecture seamlessly blends with the environment, preserving the natural heritage. We reflect Mediterranean architecture, utilizing local materials, natural ventilation, internal courtyards, and panoramic terraces.

Our future architecture integrates innovative technologies, eco-friendly materials, and energy solutions to create spaces that respect and enhance the environment.

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Nicola Giuseppe Andò
Architect & CEO

In 2011, he graduated in Architecture from Palermo, and in 2012, he co-founded Studio Didea with three founding partners. Throughout his career, he has developed a strong research ability, essential for meeting clients’ needs and transforming their ideas into concrete projects. By paying close attention to the client’s requirements, he conducts a thorough analysis for the realization of the concept. Thanks to this skill, he consistently ensures innovation in developing a successful project that takes both functionality and design into account.

GIUSEPPE DE LISI
Architect & Cfo

In 2011, he graduated in Architecture from Palermo, and in 2012, he co-founded Studio Didea with three founding partners. Throughout his career, he has developed a strong ability in detail management, essential for meeting clients’ needs and transforming their ideas into concrete projects. With a keen eye for design, he captures every detail and brings the project to life. Thanks to this skill, he ensures sensitivity in all phases of realization, achieving successful design outcomes.

 

Emanuela Di Gaetano
Architect & Sales Manager 

In 2011, she graduated in Architecture from Palermo, and in 2012, she co-founded Studio Didea with three founding partners. Throughout her career, she has developed a strong ability to listen and observe, essential for meeting clients’ needs and transforming their ideas into concrete projects. With a keen eye for spaces and the surrounding environment, she captures every detail and inspiration that enriches her creations. Thanks to this synergy between listening and observation, she creates unique and personalized projects that reflect her passion for design.

Alfonso Riccio
Architect & Site manager

In 2010, he graduated in Architecture from Palermo, and in 2012, he co-founded Studio Didea with three partners. Throughout his career, he has developed strong skills in urban planning, essential for the analysis and development of the territory. He has acquired significant expertise in site management, ensuring perfect execution of the design. Thanks to these abilities, he ensures that every project is realized with precision and quality, meeting clients’ expectations and enhancing the surrounding environment.

Maristella Galia
Architect & COO

In 2015, she graduated in Architecture from the University of Florence and immediately joined the design team at Studio Didea. Specializing in product design and management, she has developed strong listening and observation skills, essential for understanding clients’ needs and transforming their ideas into concrete projects. Known for her attention to detail and the surrounding environment, Maristella creates unique and personalized projects that balance aesthetics and functionality. Since 2024, she has been a partner at Studio Didea, contributing with passion and expertise to the studio’s growth.

Agnese Abbaleo
Architect & Project Manager

In 2016, she graduated in Architecture from the University of Palermo and joined the design team at Studio Didea in 2018. Specializing in design and studio organizational management, she has developed strong listening and observation skills, essential for understanding clients’ needs and transforming their ideas into concrete projects. Known for her attention to detail and the surrounding environment, Agnese creates unique projects that balance aesthetics and functionality. In addition to her design specialization, she also serves as a project manager. Since 2024, she has been a partner at Studio Didea, contributing with passion and expertise to the studio’s growth.

Simone Ventura
Designer

Nel 2023 si è Laureato in design a Firenze ed è subito entrato a far parte dello Studio Didea. Si occupa della fase di concept, distinguendosi per il suo approccio razionale e metodico. Grazie alla sua attenzione ai dettagli e alla capacità di tradurre idee in progetti concreti, Simone contribuisce alla creazione di soluzioni innovative e funzionali. La sua dedizione e il suo rigore lo rendono un elemento fondamentale per lo sviluppo creativo dello studio.

Giulia Alario
Junior Architect

Nel 2022 si è laureata in architettura a Palermo. Già durante il tirocinio universitario ha collaborato con lo Studio Didea, tornando a far parte del team nel 2023. Attualmente, si occupa della fase di progettazione, portando con sé un’attenzione particolare ai dettagli e una forte passione per il design. La sua esperienza e dedizione contribuiscono a creare progetti innovativi e funzionali, arricchendo l’offerta creativa dello studio.

PARTNERS

Antonio Gualniera | Engineer
Domenico Provenzano | Geometra
Francesco Sanfratello | Plant Engineer
Dari Bua | Plant Engineer
Alberto Barone | Plant Engineer
Giuseppe Inserillo | Engineer
Giulia La Ganga | Eng. Lighting design
Gabriele Lo Cacciato | Engineer
Sergio Rappa | Plant Engineer
Rosario Balistreri | Material Consultant
Roberta Andò | Administrative Consultant
Francesco Piparo | Consulent Chef

“Our task is to give the customer not what they want or wanted, but what they had never dreamed of.”

 Denys Lasdun

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