Solid Wood Exterior Shutters
Traditional craftsmanship from central Italy, custom made
We produce custom-made exterior shutters in solid wood, inspired by the historic models found in traditional farmhouses and rural buildings of central Italy. These are authentic handcrafted elements, rooted in an ancient building tradition and reinterpreted with technical rigor and deep respect for original proportions.
This model is defined by external horizontal boards, interlocked with a sloping joint, a construction detail that provides both structural strength and effective protection from the elements, while delivering a strong architectural presence. The shutters can be made flush with the wall or with an external rebate, depending on the construction requirements and the architectural character of the building.
We work exclusively with solid wood, selected according to the client’s preference—such as chestnut, oak, or other species suitable for outdoor use. All timber is carefully chosen and worked in-house. The surfaces are hand-planed, not as a flaw but as a deliberate choice, to achieve a tactile, irregular appearance that reflects true craftsmanship and stands in clear contrast to industrial products.
The boards vary in height from approximately 18 to 25 cm, arranged in a deliberately graduated pattern, and are secured using staggered (quincunx) nailing, a distinctive feature of historic shutters. This detail is not merely decorative: it is structural and cultural, bearing witness to a traditional way of building that has largely disappeared.
Hinges are mounted using pins fixed directly into the masonry, following traditional practice and avoiding modern frames or standardized systems that would compromise the authenticity of the piece. The result is a shutter that integrates naturally with stone or brick walls, whether flat or arched openings.
It is important to clarify that these shutters should not be confused with standard, mass-produced alternatives commonly found on the market: products made with uniformly sized boards of around 10 cm, lacking any proportional study, historical reference, or craftsmanship. Though superficially similar, they are entirely devoid of character, memory, and identity.
Each shutter we create is a unique piece, designed and built to last over time, intended for buildings with architectural substance and for clients who recognize the true value of genuine artisanal woodworking.
