Venice, Italy
In collaboration with rehub, an innovative startup based in Murano dedicated to repurposing non-recyclable glass waste, ReVitrum is the result of an extensive research process that combines craftsmanship with material experimentation.
Casarialto Atelier, the research and development arm of Casarialto, began collaborating with rehub in 2024 to explore methods for recycling borosilicate glass, a material that has long been widely used by the Veneto-based tableware and home decor brand founded by Catherine Urban.
Contrary to common perception, not all glass is recyclable; in fact, only packaging glass has an efficient recycling supply chain.
Everyday objects such as glasses, lamps, windows, or windshields, on the other hand, are sent to landfills or undergo downcycling. In Murano, about 50% of processed glass becomes waste: every year, over a thousand tons end up in landfills, a volume comparable to that of St. Mark’s Bell Tower in Venice.
This issue takes on even greater significance when one considers that sand, the primary component of glass, is the second most exploited raw material in the world after water, and that its processing requires high energy consumption.
It is from this awareness that ReVitrum originated.
After a long and complex research process marked by technical challenges and experimentation, the goal has been achieved: transforming waste into a new, high-quality material, resulting in a functional, durable product certified for food use.
With a surface measuring 40 cm in diameter and 1 cm in thickness, paired with a glass base that makes it easy to grip and lift, ReVitrum is a visually impactful, functional, and versatile object that can be used as a tray, serving platter, plate, or cutting board, and fits seamlessly into dining rooms, kitchens, or living rooms.
The surface is certified for culinary use and allows direct contact with food. Its total weight of nearly 4 kg emphasises its solidity and striking presence.
ReVitrum is accompanied by three matching borosilicate glass bowls of varying heights and diameters, designed to hold and serve different foods: a multipurpose design object that invites sharing and transforms the everyday act of serving into a mindful gesture.
Approximately 4 kg of borosilicate glass, otherwise destined for the landfill, was used for each ReVitrum.
With ReVitrum, Casarialto reaffirms its commitment to applied design research, demonstrating how sustainability can become an aesthetic language, technological innovation, and design culture.
ABOUT: Founded in 2008, Casarialto is rooted in a vision of creating high-quality home accessories that celebrate craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Drawing on a deep understanding of luxury culture, the brand collaborates with small artisan workshops in the Veneto region—an area renowned for its rich heritage—bringing Italian inspiration and manufacturing excellence to each piece.
Project: ReVitrum
Designer: Casarialto
Manifacturer: Casarialto
