Marco Piva is a Milanese architect and designer whose career is distinguished by a relentless pursuit of innovation, technology, and formal elegance. Trained at the Milan Polytechnic, he founded Studiodada Associati and later his own studio, combining architecture, interior design, and industrial design under a holistic approach. His work is a refined synthesis of research into materials, functionality, and aesthetic emotion, applied to both architectural projects and design objects. Today, his studio operates internationally, with offices in Milan and Shanghai, establishing itself as a true creative laboratory.

Marco Piva is responsible for some of the world's most sophisticated hotels, such as the Gallia in Milan, the DoubleTree Hilton in Padua, and the NH Laguna Palace in Venice. He has also designed for brands such as Bulgari, Visionnaire, Reflex, and Antonio Lupi, creating products that combine technological innovation with sculptural sophistication. His pieces and projects are characterized by attention to detail, precise lighting design, functionality, and the expressive nature of his materials. His work has received international awards such as the Good Design Award, the IF Design Award, and the Wallpaper Design Award.