Massimo Biondi
In 1972, Massimo Biondi opened his workshop with little more than a few years of experience, zero clients, boundless passion, his wife’s unwavering support, and an ambition: to become the best at what he does.
For over fifty years, his workshop has remained largely a one-man operation, with the occasional young apprentice learning a craft that isn’t even officially recognized as a profession in Switzerland.
Massimo works by hand. He planes by hand, polishes by hand, nails by hand, saws by hand. His tools tell their own story: some are antiques from the same eras as the furniture he restores, some date back to 1972 when he started, and only a handful are contemporary additions.
His approach to restoration honors the original creator’s intent, respecting both the craftsmanship and the life lived by each piece. It’s never simply about fixing something. It’s about understanding who made it, where it was made, for whom, and how it was used. True restoration goes beyond the surface—it extends to the invisible, the parts no one will ever see. That’s what distinguishes restoration from mere repair. It’s about preserving value, spirit, and soul.
His clients are people who understand. People with a deep appreciation for craftsmanship and history.
Though Massimo has worked with museums, his philosophy is that pieces should be usable, not merely admired from behind glass. Many of the items he restores were once extraordinarily valuable—created in an era before factories, when every piece was unique.
His dedication extends far beyond workshop hours. This isn’t a job; it’s a passion, a process, a way of life. He constantly learns, studying and exploring—visiting museums, attending auctions, and, of course, scouring flea markets from Italy to Paris, always adding to his encyclopedic knowledge of antiques.
Today, after more than fifty years, he has achieved his goal: he is, quite simply, the best at what he does.
Beyond restoration, Massimo curates a carefully selected collection of unique pieces for sale. Rather than chasing trends or famous names, you’ll find unusual, sometimes quirky, always high-quality treasures in his shop.
Stop by. Visit. Ask a question—you might get a story.