- Our story
- Our signature style
- our philosophy
- OUR CRAFTSMANSHIP
- OUR ORDERING SYSTEM
- our CLIENT’S FONDNESS
THE HUMBLE BIGINNINGS
In a far-off land, there resided a young man named João Botelho, hailing from Belo Horizonte, Brazil. He possessed an intense love for luxury and an insatiable curiosity to discover the world. João embarked on a 27-year journey in the realm of global luxury, commencing his career at a renowned Brazilian company in his hometown. Eventually, his aspirations led him to London, where he relocated in 1994.
Within the fashion industry, João acquired significant expertise, collaborating with esteemed entities such as Harvey Nichols, Nicole Farhi, Jasper Conran, and Donna Karan New York. Inspired by his passion for architecture and capt. . Show More
In a far-off land, there resided a young man named João Botelho, hailing from Belo Horizonte, Brazil. He possessed an intense love for luxury and an insatiable curiosity to discover the world. João embarked on a 27-year journey in the realm of global luxury, commencing his career at a renowned Brazilian company in his hometown. Eventually, his aspirations led him to London, where he relocated in 1994.
Within the fashion industry, João acquired significant expertise, collaborating with esteemed entities such as Harvey Nichols, Nicole Farhi, Jasper Conran, and Donna Karan New York. Inspired by his passion for architecture and captivated by design, he ventured into various facets of his creative persona.
Casa Botelho has become the epitome of lavish furniture, offering an exceptional personalized service that delivers bespoke, made-to-order pieces known as 'home couture,' for any room in the house.
Founder João passionately believes that bespoke furniture should be accessible to everyone who values superb quality and timeless designs, not just the privileged few. Therefore, Casa Botelho is the ultimate one-stop-shop for those who cherish and appreciate unique and exceptional furniture.
WE'VE COME A LONG WAY
Since launching The Martini Collection in March 2016, the luxury furniture brand has made tremendous strides, boasting an extensive portfolio of over 120 designs and 20 unique collections, along with collaborations with more than 10 top homeware and interior designers.
Casa Botelho has become the epitome of lavish furniture, offering an exceptional personalized service that delivers bespoke, made-to-order pieces known as 'home couture,' for any room in the house.
Founder João passionately believes that bespoke furniture should be accessible to everyone who values superb quality and timeless designs, not just the privileged few. Therefore, Casa Botelho is the ultimate one-stop-shop for those who cherish and appreciate unique and exceptional furniture.
Since launching The Martini Collection in March 2016, the luxury furniture brand has made tremendous strides, boasting an extensive portfolio of over 120 designs and 20 unique collections, along with collaborations with more than 10 top homeware and interior designers.
OUR MODUS OPERANDI
Casa Botelho works with interior designers, architects, and private clients from around the world. The majority of our sales are custom-based, catering to designers or furniture enthusiasts who seek a special piece of furniture with elevated design and service. We offer global shipping through major carriers with front door service as well as white glove service.
Casa Botelho sells our furniture through our own website as well as 1stdibs and Pamono. Our design process is straightforward- once provided with the item, dimensions, and finishes required, they build around that information, provide the necessary drawings, and send them for approval with a quote. Once approved, they go into production, which typically takes 10 to 12 weeks. All of Casa Botelho's furniture collections are made in Britain. For lighting expects 4 to 5 weeks for production. Please allow time for delivery.
Casa Botelho works with interior designers, architects, and private clients from around the world. The majority of our sales are custom-based, catering to designers or furniture enthusiasts who seek a special piece of furniture with elevated design and service. We offer global shipping through major carriers with front door service as well as white glove service.
Casa Botelho sells our furniture through our own website as well as 1stdibs and Pamono. Our design process is straightforward- once provided with the item, dimensions, and finishes required, they build around that information, provide the necessary drawings, and send them for approval with a quote. Once approved, they go into production, which typically takes 10 to 12 weeks. All of Casa Botelho's furniture collections are made in Britain. For lighting expects 4 to 5 weeks for production. Please allow time for delivery.
Slightly eclectic but delightfully romantic
Casa Botelho offers an utterly unique, exciting and dramatic style. João Botelho’s designs fill a gap in the industry with a form that is both strong and personal, magical and moving.
Slightly eclectic but delightfully romantic, Casa Botelho designs are glamorous, sumptuous and seductive, and will inject drama and personality into any interior. Casa Botelho designs are available in a variety of colours and textures and are therefore bespoke to each client; enabling them to craft spaces that bring their interior dreams to life.
Casa Botelho offers an utterly unique, exciting and dramatic style. João Botelho’s designs fill a gap in the industry with a form that is both strong and personal, magical and moving.
Slightly eclectic but delightfully romantic, Casa Botelho designs are glamorous, sumptuous and seductive, and will inject drama and personality into any interior. Casa Botelho designs are available in a variety of colours and textures and are therefore bespoke to each client; enabling them to craft spaces that bring their interior dreams to life.
When crafting this style, João was inspired by his love of architectural detailing and Art Deco design. Influenced by symmetry and structure, a touch of splendor and opulence was added to create a luxurious, industrial chic style. ‘Masculine Glamour’ demands attention and makes the heart beat faster. Try it … if you dare.
Masculine Glamour
‘Masculine Glamour’ is Casa Botelho’s signature style. The style is a unique blend of moody tones, rich textures and symmetrical design that come together to evoke a sense of sumptuousness and sensuality. When crafting this style, João was inspired by his love of architectural detailing and Art Deco design. Influenced by symmetry and structure, a touch of splendor and opulence was added to create a luxurious, industrial chic style. ‘Masculine Glamour’ demands attention and makes the heart beat faster. Try it … if you dare.
‘Masculine Glamour’ is Casa Botelho’s signature style. The style is a unique blend of moody tones, rich textures and symmetrical design that come together to evoke a sense of sumptuousness and sensuality.
We honours quality & luxury
At the heart of Casa Botelho's design philosophy is the love and passion of its founder, João Botelho, for Art Deco and geometric shapes and forms. Joao's fascination with Art Deco began at a young age, and he has since dedicated his life and career to studying this iconic design movement. Over the years, he has developed a deep understanding of its principles, aesthetics, and symbolism, and has incorporated them into Casa Botelho's collections in unique and innovative ways.
At the heart of Casa Botelho's design philosophy is the love and passion of its founder, João Botelho, for Art Deco and geometric shapes and forms. Joao's fascination with Art Deco began at a young age, and he has since dedicated his life and career to studying this iconic design movement.
Over the years, he has developed a deep understanding of its principles, aesthetics, and symbolism, and has incorporated them into Casa Botelho's collections in unique and innovative ways.
From the bold lines of the Hercules collection to the intricate patterns of the Aten range, each piece is carefully crafted to showcase the beauty and elegance of geometric shapes. The use of contrasting textures and materials, such as velvet, leather, brass, and hide, adds depth and dimension to the designs, creating a sense of luxury and sophistication.
Art Deco's visual language
Geometric shapes and forms are a recurring theme in Casa Botelho's designs, reflecting João’s belief that they are a fundamental element of Art Deco's visual language. From the bold lines of the Hercules collection to the intricate patterns of the Aten range, each piece is carefully crafted to showcase the beauty and elegance of geometric shapes. The use of contrasting textures and materials, such as velvet, leather, brass, and hide, adds depth and dimension to the designs, creating a sense of luxury and sophistication.
Geometric shapes and forms are a recurring theme in Casa Botelho's designs, reflecting João’s belief that they are a fundamental element of Art Deco's visual language.
versatile & adaptable pieces
In addition to his passion for Art Deco and geometric shapes, Joao is also committed to creating designs that are both practical and functional. He understands that modern homes require furniture and accessories that can adapt to a variety of living spaces, and has designed each piece with this in mind. The result is a collection of furniture and accessories that are not only beautiful and elegant but also versatile and adaptable to any home.
In addition to his passion for Art Deco and geometric shapes, Joao is also committed to creating designs that are both practical and functional.
He understands that modern homes require furniture and accessories that can adapt to a variety of living spaces, and has designed each piece with this in mind. The result is a collection of furniture and accessories that are not only beautiful and elegant but also versatile and adaptable to any home.
Each piece is a unique and timeless work of art that embodies the principles of simplicity, elegance, and functionality, making it the perfect addition to any modern home.
unique & timeless work of art
Casa Botelho's designs are a testament to João Botelho's love and passion for Art Deco and geometric shapes and forms. Each piece is a unique and timeless work of art that embodies the principles of simplicity, elegance, and functionality, making it the perfect addition to any modern home.
Casa Botelho's designs are a testament to João Botelho's love and passion for Art Deco and geometric shapes and forms.
highest standards of quality
Casa Botelho is truly passionate about supporting local artisans and businesses in the United Kingdom to achieve the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship. Through close collaboration with both the craftsmen and the client, João ensures that each piece is personalized and created using only the finest materials on the market from Casa Botelho's selection of luxe materials and finishes.
Casa Botelho is truly passionate about supporting local artisans and businesses in the United Kingdom to achieve the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.
Through close collaboration with both the craftsmen and the client, João ensures that each piece is personalized and created using only the finest materials on the market from Casa Botelho's selection of luxe materials and finishes.
a truly one-of-a-kind piece
The result is a truly one-of-a-kind piece that meets the client's exact desires and needs with exceptional attention to detail. As Casa Botelho believes in creating pieces that are made to last forever, every item is a testament to their dedication to quality and craftsmanship.
The result is a truly one-of-a-kind piece that meets the client's exact desires and needs with exceptional attention to detail.
As Casa Botelho believes in creating pieces that are made to last forever, every item is a testament to their dedication to quality and craftsmanship.
Custom made products
All of our products are made to order, which means that they are not currently in stock and will be manufactured specifically for the customer's order. We estimate that it will take several weeks to manufacture and deliver the product to the customer. Please note that the lead time may vary depending on the specific product or craftsmanship required.
All of our products are made to order, which means that they are not currently in stock and will be manufactured specifically for the customer's order.
We estimate that it will take several weeks to manufacture and deliver the product to the customer. Please note that the lead time may vary depending on the specific product or craftsmanship required.
It's important to note that this customization may extend the delivery time as it will require additional manufacturing time. We strive to provide our customers with the highest quality products and appreciate your understanding of the additional time required for customizations.
the highest quality products
In addition, we offer the option for customers to request a "bespoke size" for our products. This means that the customer can request a custom size for the product, which will be manufactured specifically for their order. It's important to note that this customization may extend the delivery time as it will require additional manufacturing time. We strive to provide our customers with the highest quality products and appreciate your understanding of the additional time required for customizations.
In addition, we offer the option for customers to request a "bespoke size" for our products. This means that the customer can request a custom size for the product, which will be manufactured specifically for their order.
“While working on the renovation of our townhouse, we bought some pieces from João, and were really inspired by his vision and bold yet elegant designs. We sought his design advice, and his recommendations have helped turn our house into a beautiful home which is a joy to live in. In addition to his vision, João is friendly, easy to work with and truly cares about delivering the highest level of service you can imagine. We highly recommend him and will for sure use his talents again in our next projects.”
Thomas Borsje
“Joao Botelho is a professional in every sense of the word and an absolute pleasure to work with. His artistic vision, eye for detail and outstanding furniture completely transformed a very difficult room into an exciting and glamorous entertaining space. He is able to provide simple yet marvellous touches with inspired bespoke design pieces that add “wow factor” to any room. He has got immense talent and we really can’t recommend his exceptional customer service, elegant furniture and affable demeanour highly enough. Thank you Joao!”
Susanne Walton
“João has an incredible eye for beauty, detail and design. His appreciation of architecture, furniture, fashion, materials and textiles make his style truly unique. Working with him has been such an inspiration. His ability to transform the normal to the very beautiful is instinctive in his approach, something he has finely tuned over the years. Our project wasn’t an easy one given the mixed periods throughout, however João’s ability to bring harmony to the entire home came through many bespoke pieces of furniture which added a touch of sophisticated glamour to every room. ”
Sadie Tew
President Direct to Consumer Ralph Lauren
“João has a rigour and eye for detail that sets him apart from other designers. His passion is matched with a determination to have his vision realised. These qualities, combined with impeccable taste, appreciation of craftsmanship, extensive knowledge of finishes, materials and lighting along with his collaborative approach, has led to designs that we have worked on together evolving to be unique and beautiful”
Philip Waind
RIBA ACA FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR
The most wonderful connoisseur I have had the pleasure of knowing, João is refreshingly humble in his amalgamative approach towards interior conceptualization. Drawing from his ample and truly diverse skill set, he is a master of aesthetic appeal evident in the maturity of his output. Distinguished by the synergetic manner he adopts, I look forward to the promising future of Casa Botelho as well as the continued pleasure of working towards the provision of valuable luxury to all those who entrust us with the task”
Minhal Sadiq Saigol
AURUM HOME
Founder & Creative Director
“It has been a pleasure to work with Casa Botelho. Their confident design signature is clean and rich, combining modernist and antique elements and employing unusual textural combinations. Their creations are subtle interiors that are highly satisfying to live in and use. With Casa Botelho, every design aspect is considered and highly functional, driven by an uncompromising eye for detail and finish”
Nick Ford
Managing director Pipsqueak
Architectural
“I am delighted that Loxone was chosen as the home automation system for Casa Botelho and that Autopilot Living can be showcased in such a breathtaking setting. I’ve yet to meet someone who rivals João’s passion and skill for using lighting to create drama and intrigue in a home.The fact that Loxone was selected as the system of choice for such a statement home is testimony to its ability to enhance interior design, rather than compete with it. To me, smart home technology should not be about overcomplicated gadgetry or obtrusive control panels. Instead, the personality and character of a home should take centre stage, as it does in Casa Botelho.”
Philipp Schuster
Managing Director, Loxone UK
“I have known Joao for a number of years and watched with amazement as he took on demanding design projects, fully translated the customer’s needs and delivered beautifully executed projects on time and to budget. Joao, never forsakes taste or quality, while juggling the many conflicting elements of design, budget and times scales.Additionally, although Joao has a style, he also had the ability to assist the client to express their own style, so at the completion of a project, the client is left with a home that represents them.I cannot recommend Joao highly enough!”
Shannon de Boissard
Founding Partner & CEO
Percy & Reed Product Limited
“Joao of Casa Botelho was an absolute joy to work with. He had immediate clarity of vision, but never failed to consider our thoughts as clients. He advised on colour schemes, furniture and lighting choices, de-cluttering and introducing touches of luxe as he went along. Our much-loved family home of thirty years, had good ‘bone structure’ but was extremely tired. Joao totally transformed the feeling of the house, yet managed to stay totally within our budget. He has an incredible sense of style, but even more crucially, has amazing people skills. Joao was unfailingly patient and charming – key qualities when you are dealing with clients who want a transformation but are nervous about radical change! We couldn’t be happier with the transformative effect of his input.”
Sian Cox
Private Client
“Working with João was such a joy. His design ideas and suggestions are unique, one-of-a-kind and extremely thoughtful. He is a great listener, detailed oriented and has the ability to create exceptional luxe designs that are sophisticated and timeless. I loved every minute of the process.”
Debra Blair