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    Rubinetterie Stella in London

    Specify Stella taps, showers and bathroom fittings through Faura at the Faura Interior Design Residency, Westminster, SW1.

    Rubinetterie Stella is an Italian maker of bathroom taps and fittings, established in 1882 by Pietro Stella on Lake Orta and now based in Dormelletto, in the province of Novara. Its classic collections, Italica, Roma and Eccelsa, date from the 1910s and 1920s, and Roma has been in continuous production since 1926; later series include designs by Angelo Mangiarotti, Marco Piva and Michele De Lucchi. In London, interior designers, architects and developers can specify Stella through Faura, at the Faura Interior Design Residency in Westminster, SW1. Visits are by appointment.

    Close-up of a Rubinetterie Stella Roma chrome tap with a four-arm cross handle and Stella-branded cap
    Roma, in continuous production since 1926. Image: Rubinetterie Stella.

    Rubinetterie Stella at a glance

    Company
    Rubinetterie Stella S.p.A.
    Based in
    Via Monte Bianco, Dormelletto (Novara), Italy
    Established
    1882, by Pietro Stella in Cireggio, on Lake Orta, originally making bronze articles including taps
    Known for
    Classic tap collections such as Roma, in production since 1926, and long service to luxury hotels
    Construction
    Bronze castings for the parts fitted behind the wall
    Designers
    Angelo Mangiarotti, Marco Piva, Luca Scacchetti, Maurizio Duranti, Gianpiero Castagnoli and Michele De Lucchi, among others
    In London
    Specification and trade ordering through Faura at the Faura Interior Design Residency, Westminster, SW1 (by appointment)

    Rubinetterie Stella through Faura

    The Stella collections below can be specified for a project and ordered through Faura.

    Classic collectionsRoma, Italica, Italica Leve, Eccelsa and Eccelsa LeveSpecified and ordered through Faura
    Contemporary collectionsBamboo, Bamboo Quadro, Stella, Box, Sirius, Swan and MacaronsSpecified and ordered through Faura
    Designer collectionsCasanova, Firenze, Titian and 130 (Centrotrenta)Specified and ordered through Faura
    Shower and wellnessShower sets, Isomix thermostatic mixers and the Wellness collectionSpecified and ordered through Faura
    AccessoriesTowel warmers, bathroom accessories, WC fittings and kitchen taps within the collectionsSpecified alongside sanitaryware and joinery
    Rubinetterie Stella Casanova three-hole basin mixer in chrome with fluted, column-like spout and handles
    Casanova three-hole basin mixer, designed by Maurizio Duranti. Image: Rubinetterie Stella.
    Rubinetterie Stella Italica three-hole basin set in chrome with cross handles marked C and F
    Italica three-hole basin set. Image: Rubinetterie Stella.

    History

    In 1882 Pietro Stella founded the company in Cireggio, on Lake Orta, making bronze articles such as candlesticks, pasta cutters, corkscrews and taps, before concentrating on bathroom taps. Between 1910 and 1930 Stella launched Serie Italica, Serie Roma and Serie Eccelsa, which remain in its catalogue today. From the 1930s it supplied luxury hotels and ocean liners, including the Conte di Savoia.

    In 1956 Stella launched Isomix, which it describes as the first thermostat in Italy, one of the first products designed by Angelo Mangiarotti. In 1999 Norman Foster designed a tap series for the brand, and for its 130th anniversary Michele De Lucchi created the Centrotrenta and Titian collections.

    History

    Collections

    • Roma: in continuous production since 1926 and updated without changing the original design, with basin, bath-shower, bidet, shower, Isomix, towel warmer, accessory and kitchen pieces.
    • Italica and Eccelsa: classic collections from the same period, each also offered in a Leve (lever) version.
    • Bamboo and Bamboo Quadro: round and square minimalist collections by Marco Piva.
    • Stella: an asymmetrical design by architect Luca Scacchetti.
    • Casanova and Firenze: Casanova by Maurizio Duranti, inspired by Neoclassicism, and Firenze by Gianpiero Castagnoli.
    • Titian and 130: two collections by Michele De Lucchi for the brand's 130th anniversary.

    Roma · Italica · Casanova · Brochures

    Built to last

    Stella uses bronze castings for the parts fitted behind the wall, a metal it values for its ductility and corrosion resistance. The brand has registered numerous patents for innovation and aesthetics since the 1930s, including the protector friction screw used on series such as Nova and Aster.

    In luxury hotels

    Stella describes itself as a historic partner of the international hospitality sector. Hotels it lists among those that have chosen its taps include Villa d'Este, Hotel Danieli, The Gritti Palace, Splendido Portofino and Rome Cavalieri Hilton.

    Specifying Rubinetterie Stella through Faura

    1. 01
      Plan the bathroomBook a private visit and review Stella collections alongside the basins, baths, stone and joinery of your scheme.
    2. 02
      Choose the collectionFaura helps select the collection, handle style and configuration for each basin, bath and shower.
    3. 03
      Technical informationFaura requests Stella's brochures and technical drawings for the specification pack.
    4. 04
      Order and deliveryFaura prepares the trade quotation, places the order and coordinates delivery from Italy to the UK site.

    Frequently asked questions

    Where can I see or buy Rubinetterie Stella in London?
    Interior designers, architects and developers can specify and order Stella taps through Faura at the Faura Interior Design Residency in Westminster, SW1, by appointment.
    Where are Stella taps made?
    In Italy. Rubinetterie Stella was founded on Lake Orta in 1882 and is based in Dormelletto, in the province of Novara.
    How old is Rubinetterie Stella?
    The company was established in 1882 by Pietro Stella, and its Roma collection has been in production since 1926.
    Can I get CAD files for Stella taps?
    Stella publishes brochures on its website. Faura can request technical drawings and files for a specific project.
    Which Stella collections suit a classic bathroom?
    Roma, Italica and Eccelsa are Stella's classic collections from the 1910s and 1920s, with Italica and Eccelsa also offered in Leve (lever) versions. Casanova takes its inspiration from Neoclassicism.
    Which Stella collections suit a contemporary bathroom?
    Bamboo and Bamboo Quadro by Marco Piva, the asymmetrical Stella series by Luca Scacchetti, and the Titian and 130 collections by Michele De Lucchi.
    Does Stella make thermostatic showers?
    Yes. Stella's Isomix thermostat dates from 1956, and Isomix pieces are offered within collections such as Roma.
    Which hotels use Stella taps?
    Stella lists hotels including Villa d'Este, Hotel Danieli, The Gritti Palace, Splendido Portofino and Rome Cavalieri Hilton among those that have chosen its taps.
    How much do Stella taps cost?
    It depends on the specification: the collection, the configuration and the number of bathrooms. Faura prepares trade quotations for each project.
    What are Stella lead times?
    Faura confirms timing for each order once the specification is agreed.

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    Sources: Rubinetterie Stella — History · Roma collection · Brochures · Contacts.

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    Book a private visit

    See Rubinetterie Stella in person at the Faura Interior Design Residency in Westminster. Appointments are held Monday to Friday, 09:00–18:00.

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