How we work, from design to delivery
Every project begins with a conversation. We listen to your needs and support you in developing the technical drawings and selecting materials and finishes, building a direct relationship based on trust and collaboration.
At YDF, the technical office, workshop and finishing department work closely together. The people developing the construction details communicate directly with those carrying out the work: this daily collaboration allows us to follow each piece through the different stages, from design and production to delivery.
How your project takes shape
A detailed design and a concept still in development require different approaches. We define the workflow according to the design stage, processes and expertise required. The page Bespoke design development explains this service in more detail.
Analysis and drawings
We discuss the project with you and the designer to understand the idea, the piece's function and the desired result. Project analysis starts here, with checks on dimensions, materials, feasibility and finishes.
Technical development
Our technical team works alongside designers to develop construction details, bringing workshop experience into the drawings.
Sampling
Before production, we agree on the reference finish using samples to check the colour, texture and appearance of the metal surface, precisely defining the final appearance of the piece.
Production
The work is carried out at our facility, where technology and craftsmanship come together: laser cutting, bending, V-groove folding, rolling, milling, welding and finishing. We follow each stage with attention to precision and the quality of the result.
Assembly and packing
We prepare the components for shipment and agree delivery arrangements with the client, in Italy and abroad.
Files for technical assessment
To request a quote, send us a drawing or your project specifications. We accept the formats used by architectural practices and technical offices; with the file, please specify the material, finish, quantity and delivery location.
- DWG or DXF: 2D drawings of sheets, profiles and components to be cut, bent or milled
- STEP: 3D models of tubes, structures and assemblies
- PDF: dimensioned drawings, sketches or overview drawings with the main measurements
- JPG or PNG: reference photographs or images of the installation site
The finish sample
Finishes are developed in our own department. Before production begins, a finish sample is approved as the reference for the order.
Hand-finished surfaces show subtle differences in shade and texture: these are signs of craftsmanship rather than imperfections.
Checks at every stage
Quality control takes place at different stages of the production process, through tests and checks.
On the drawing
Before production begins, our technical office checks dimensions, flat patterns and feasibility, sharing any proposed changes.
On the sample
The finish is approved on a sample before work starts on the components for the order.
During production
During production, we carry out tests and checks in the different departments, following the piece as it takes on its shape and finish.
Before delivery
Before packing, we inspect the completed elements and prepare them for delivery.
From our facility to the site
We pack the furniture at our facility and agree delivery arrangements with the client. We can also arrange transport on request.
YDF's installed work includes the balustrades and small gate for the boutique Ermenegildo Zegna in Paris and the monumental staircase at the Zegna showroom in Rome.
How we work: frequently asked questions
Which files should I send for a quotation?
A drawing in DWG, DXF, STEP or PDF format, or project specifications including dimensions, material, finish and quantity. Add reference photographs in JPG or PNG format if needed.
Do you make finish samples?
Yes. Before production, we prepare a sample of the chosen finish to ensure the metal colour matches what was agreed. Finishes are developed in our department on brass, bronze, copper, stainless steel, steel and aluminium.
How long does a project take?
It depends on the quantity, processes, finish and delivery arrangements. We therefore establish lead times for each project and include them in the quote after technically assessing the drawing.
How do you check quality?
Through checks at every stage: the technical office reviews the drawing before production, the finish is approved on a sample, and each department carries out tests and inspections.
Do you have a project in mind?
Send us your drawing or project specifications, indicating the material, finish and quantity. Our technical office will assess your request and prepare a quotation.
- Telephone
- +39 031 782114
- info@ydf.it