Andrea Parisio, Art Director and Designer of MERIDIANI, was born in Lodi, Northern Italy. He pursued his passion for design at the European Design Institute in Milan, later earning a degree from the Academy of Fine Arts in Pavia.Parisio's career began with interior design projects for both residential and commercial spaces. His partnership with Renato and Laura Crosti was a pivotal moment, culminating in the opening of MERIDIANI's first store in Milan in 1996. This flagship store served as a creative laboratory, where he not only showcased but also crafted the brand's debut collection. Under Parisio’s continued creative direction, the collection has flourished, expanding and evolving while staying true to its distinctive and cohesive aesthetic. As Art Director, Parisio ensures that the brand’s visual identity remains unified and refined across all aspects—from corporate flagship stores and exhibition displays at international furniture fairs to the broader brand image.Today, Parisio continues to live and work in Milan, where he shapes MERIDIANI's signature elegance with his refined vision, steering the brand to new heights of sophistication.