Eugenio Laponte's debut collection PRAGMA merges mythology with modern design

Calabrian-born architect Eugenio Laponte, operating under the moniker EUTOPIARCH from his Milanese studio, unveiled his debut collectible collection PRAGMA through the immersive exhibition MEDULLA. The collection manifests his philosophy of moving from utopia (the weightless non-place of pure idea) to eutopia (habitable physical reality) in metal and stone. Key pieces include the Golgotha Table, intentionally low to evoke reverence, and the Innesti series of interlocking flat sheets that become functional objects. Laponte draws inspiration from Greek mythology and philosophy, citing his Calabrian roots in Magna Graecia. He used historic Murano glass discs from an old chandelier in the Argo piece, repurposing them into a contemporary steel structure. The exhibition was held in his studio and marked a milestone in his career. Laponte plans to merge interior design with collectible design, citing a recent house commission featuring a Golgotha Coffee Table that led to a dining version.