Next Gen
As Ornare approaches its 40th anniversary, the Brazilian brand is stepping into a new era.
Esther and Murillo Schattan, who founded Ornare in 1986. “We were driven by the dream of redefining bespoke furniture and elevating it to a new level of technical and aesthetic excellence,” Esther shares.
When Murillo and Esther Schattan founded Ornare in 1986, they wanted to leave their sophisticated stamp on the design industry. “We were inspired by a desire to transform the intimacy of spaces through design, recognizing a growing demand for personalized solutions that could integrate seamlessly into everyday life in a refined and elegant way,” Murillo shares. Make their mark, they did.
With sleek lines, seamless doors, and no visible hinges, Ornare’s newest collection, Crystal Case, exudes an understated elegance.
In 1989, the Brazilian company opened its first factory, followed by a flagship store at São Paulo’s revered Alameda Gabriel Monteiro da Silva four years later. After decades in business, Ornare has become a respected cabinetry company and industry leader— merging old-world craftsmanship with sustainable initiatives, and cutting-edge technology.
Left: “From the beginning, Ornare stood out by combining cutting-edge industrial processes with meticulous craftsmanship, creating pieces that embody precision and sophistication,” Murillo explains.
Right: The Manhattan Closet boasts an Art Deco allure with geometric details, metallic inlays, and an assortment of exclusive color finishes.
“We were inspired by a desire to transform the intimacy of spaces through design”
“We’ve built an identity that combines technical industrial precision with artisanal care,” Esther shares. “Respect for manual craftsmanship and the careful selection of raw materials have always been at the heart of the brand, but over time this appreciation has become more structured and linked to sustainability practices.” To date, Ornare touts FSC certification, waste-reuse programs, as well as the creation and implementation of reverse logistics initiatives as some of its greatest sustainability accomplishments.
Inspired by Asian design, the Ikiagi Collection embraces a pared-back minimalism that evokes a light, balanced edge.
Left: Classic and contemporary styles come together in the Colette Collection. The line boasts sculpted corbels, skirting boards, shelves, and elegantly adorned doors inspired by French boiseries.
Right: Constructed from an ultrathin carbon-steel structure, which forms a three-dimensional mesh, the Wire Collection brings a barely there approach to smart storage solutions.
As the company approaches its 40th anniversary in 2026, Murillo and Esther prepare to pass the proverbial baton to their sons, Pitter and Stefan, who have both helped build the brand’s national and international presence.
Ornare’s creativity knows no bounds, as evidenced by its Infinite line. Delicately striped panels and recessed handles are an intersection of architecture and design.
“Our sons [are able to] preserve the company’s DNA while imprinting their own identity,” Esther says. “The balance between legacy and innovation ensures that Ornare advances on an international scale without losing the artisanal and authorial essence that marked its origins.”
The company’s Stilo Collection is a tribute to elegance, embodied by the elongated handles with gilded details, which act as true jewels that complete the overall look.
According to the couple, their sons will carry the family legacy by utilizing on recycled and upcycled materials; strengthening social and inclusion initiatives; and preserving the craftmanship that defines Ornare’s nearly 40-year history. “It is the building of a brand
that stands the test of time,” says Murillo. “Products that last, customer relationships that span decades,
and governance that allows for seamless generational transitions.”
For its Shaker Collection, a lack of ornamentation and emphasis on proportion pays homage to the popular furniture style from the 18th century.
As its name might suggest, the Timeless Collection is built to last—and look good—for generations to come. The magic lies in the vertical brisé-soleil, which creates a dynamic play between light and shadow.
“For us, family legacy means continuity of purpose and intergenerational responsibility,” says Esther. Soon, she and husband Murillo will be handing the reigns over to sons Stefan (left) and Pitter (right).