Zegna signs Peter Marino Architect to design its NY & Milan flagship stores
23 Jun '06
3 min read
The architectural firm bearing the name of Peter Marino has a staff of 130 professionals in its head office in New York City and branches in Philadelphia, East Hampton and Santa Barbara.
Peter Marino's previous works include the master planning and design for the Americana Manahasset, a world-class luxury shopping destination in New York, the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda in Sardinia - Italy, and the Diamond Center in Antwerp - Belgium, among others. He has received numerous architecture and design awards and was elevated to the College of Fellows of the American Institute of Architects this year.
Ermenegildo Zegna Group makes high-end menswear and sportswear sold at more than 375 locations in about 35 countries. It also makes accessories such as ties and produces a line of clothing for Gucci.
Founded as a textile mill, the firm produces its own high-quality fabrics and supplies them to top designers and tailors. It has expanded by opening stores worldwide and offering products online.