Matteo is the inspiring force behind Daruma Design Studio. Always with a smile on his face, Matteo has an eye for quirky details and a passion for bold and balanced design solutions. Originally from Venice, Matteo trained at the University of the Chelsea College of Arts where he now also teaches, together with the Design Maestros school which he recently founded. Matteo had a dream to become an interior designer 20 years ago: he is now living the dream and successfully leading an award winning Art Direction agency specialized in distinctive interior design, product design, and branding.