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Blending fine craftsmanship, design and sensual wellness to create a dimension where the art of living and loving reign supreme

BV Atelier

Since 1994

The BV Atelier was founded in Milan in 1994 by Betony Vernon and relocated to Paris in 2007. In 2024 the BV Headquarters opened in Umbria, Italy where all creative operations now take place. Alongside the ongoing production of BV signature designs, the BV Atelier consults for jewelry, product, furniture and interior design projects. With a focus on fine craftsmanship, we collaborate with a curated selection of Italian artisans to bring all BV Atelier designs to life.

"To produce in Italy is integral to our mission to protect and participate in the future of luxury. Our vision is to manifest the exquisite."
In 1995, Betony obtained a master’s degree in industrial design and design direction at Domus Academy, Milan. The futurist formation of the iconic institution continues to inform her innovative leadership skills and role as design director. Working with and forming younger generations is central to her ethos and to her team at the BV Atelier. Alongside the direction of her own multifaceted, pioneering brand, Betony’s role in design direction has also fostered the evolution of brands like Fornasetti (1996-2012) and more recently the relaunch of Pianegonda Jewelry (2022-2024).

MADE IN ITALY

As makers, we strive for mastery in all of our creative endeavours. We privilege natural, noble materials that endure the test of time – from gold and silver, bronze and iron, precious and semiprecious stones to marble, terracotta, wood, blown glass and ceramics. The BV Atelier is actively involved in both the design and production processes. We create unique prototypes, one of a kind objects, limited editions and exclusive collections for discerning brands, collectors and private clients who seek the finest. “Made in Italy” has been the heartbeat of BV's creative productions for over 30 years. To produce in Italy is integral to our mission to protect and participate in the future of luxury through the creation of durable, handcrafted designs"

SELECTED DESIGN PROJECTS

Objects of Desire

In 1995, Betony obtained her master's degree in industrial design and design direction at Domus Academy, Milan. The futurist formation of the iconic institution continues to inform her innovative leadership skills and role as design director. Betony aims to foster durable design and enduring collaborations through craftsmanship, excellence and inno-vation. Working with and forming younger generations is central to her ethos and to her team at the BV Atelier.

2024

Assoluto Chandelier
Pianegonda

Milan, Italy

2023

Sado-Chic Lighting Collection
BV Atelier EDEN

Italy

2021

Rock Stud Alcove Window Design; “Peep Box” & Virtual Interior
Valentino

Milan, Italy

2020

Glam Clam
Musée des Arts Décoratifs

Paris, France

2020

The Five Senses Wet Bar
BV Atelier

2020

Psyche Cabinet
BV Atelier

2018

Theta Rig
Musée d’Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris

Paris, France

2018

The Boudoir Box
BV Atelier

2014

Origin Chair and Monument
Henraux x BV Atelier

2008

Light My Fire; Steel Cabinet
BV Atelier

1994

Sterling Silver Vase
Pampaloni

Florence, Italy

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Objects

SELECTED EXHIBITIONS

Through her international exhibitions, Betony Vernon has explored the boundaries between design, art and the erotic body. From early experimental showcases to major museum retrospectives, her work reveals a consistent vision — one that elevates sensuality into a tool for reflection, healing and empowerment. Each exhibition embodies her pursuit of excellence through craftsmanship and innovation, reaffirming her mission to restore beauty, pleasure and awareness to contemporary culture.

2025

Beauty & Shame: Erotic Desires

Limburgs Museum

Venlo, Netherlands

2024

Assoluto Chandelier – Permanent installation

Pianegonda Flagship Store

Milan, Italy

2024

Modern Sex: 100 Years of Design and Decency

Museum of Sex

Miami, USA

2023-24

Artifact (xxx): Selections from Secret Collections

Museum of Sex

New York City, USA

2023

Molinier Rose Saumon

Frac Nouvelle-Aquitaine MÉCA

Bordeaux, France

2022

Les Flammes – L’Âge de la Céramique

Musée d’Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris

Paris, France

2020

Boudoir Box Event

Saint Joseph’s Arts Society

San Francisco, USA

2019

Federn

Gewerbemuseum

Winterthur, Switzerland

2017

Medusa

Musée d’Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris

Paris, France

2016

Body

Wroclaw, Poland

2015

Strange Forms of Pleasure – Carte blanche

Gewerbemuseum

Winterthur, Switzerland

2015

Sado-Chic Jewelry on Cara Delevigne Wax Sculpture

Grévin Musée

Paris, France

2014

Nirvana, Strange Forms of Pleasure

MUDAC Museum of Design and Contemporary Art

Lausanne, Switzerland

2013

Soul-less Shoes

GRASSI Museum of Applied Arts

Leipzig, Germany

2013

KAMA Sex and Design – Carte blanche

Triennale Design Museum

Milan, Italy

2012

Selling Sex

SHOWstudio

London, UK

2011

Limited/Unlimited

Casanatense Library

Rome, Italy

2009

The Fashion Body – curated by Nick Knight

Somerset House

London, UK

2009

Red Light Design

Salone del Mobile

Milan, Italy

2008

Sex in Design, Design in Sex

Museum of Sex

New York City, USA

2005

Touch Me

Victoria and Albert Museum, Contemporary Gallery

London, UK

2003

Body Craze – curated by Rankin

Selfridges

London, UK

2002

Science of Love – Permanent Collection

Fukui Prefecture Museum of Design

Fukui, Japan

SELECTED PRESS

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