In 1974 Ing. Enzo Ragni founded the Cotefa Ingegneri & Architetti studio in Brescia. The studio was part of the construction of 34 major retail malls in 45 years and specialised in design and project management.
CEO Ing. Andrea Casarino and Avv. Elisa Ragni and represent the second generation for Cotefa. The studio’s 15 professionals, Andrea and Elisa have maintained Cotefa’s traditional strengths while improving [retail design, construction management and safety and site management.
Cotefa’s expertise and enthusiasm also allow it to expand into the international arena. In March 2016 Cotefa began working in the United Arab Emirates where it started an active collaboration with a local partner.
This experience developed Cotefa’s ability to adapt and organise internationally which can be put into practice in the Gulf countries while respecting top Italian design skills. As in China, the design of the Creative Design Space has showcased Italian architecture with reconstruction down to the smallest detail respecting materials and giving visitors the gift of Italian design and beauty!
Last, in 2018 Cotefa was awarded the Unesco prize for Scalo (Milan) and Creativo (China).
