A Couple of Years Ago, I Decided to Renovate the Family Home in Sicily. Nestled in a quaint town, this three-story building has stood the test of time, facing the serene Mediterranean Sea on one side and the majestic mountains on the other. This is the home where I grew up, where the heart of my Sicilian heritage lives, and where I treasure the best memories of my childhood.

My grandparents lived on the ground floor, and my family and I inhabited the upper three. It was a place filled with laughter, family gatherings, and the unmistakable scent of Sicilian citrus. I lived there until I was 13, but the summers were always spent at the house, where the scent of the sea and the warmth of the mountains remained in my heart long after I left.

Scented Memories: The Story Behind the Brand

The renovation of this home wasn’t just a construction project—it was a return to my roots and a celebration of the memories that shaped me. The scents, the sounds, the sights—they all contributed to my passion for timeless design and fine craftsmanship. It was in these walls that I first discovered the significance of texture, color, and scent in creating an atmosphere that feels like home.

The ZAGARA Home brand was born from these memories—of summer days spent under the Sicilian sun, of hand-embroidered linens passed down through generations, and of the sweet, floral scent of orange blossoms (“zagara”) filling the air. These scents are not just fragrances, but memories in a bottle, evoking the feeling of being home.

It is from this foundation of love, heritage, and artistry that ZAGARA Home was created—a brand that celebrates the beauty of Italian craftsmanship, the luxury of heirloom textiles, and the scented memories of a home that will always be part of me.

A Call to Experience the Essence:

As I bring my heritage into every piece we create, I invite you to explore ZAGARA Home’s collections and experience the scents and designs that are part of my story. Every product is crafted to bring the elegance and warmth of Sicily into your own home, creating spaces that feel both timeless and alive with memory.

• Explore Our Collection: Discover home décor and linens inspired by the spirit of Sicily in the ZAGARA Home Collections.
• Contact Us: to learn how we can infuse your space with the same passion and style.

Let this be the beginning of your own design journey—one that carries forward the legacy of where it all began.