Martina Albasini
Nannolo, 2008

Nannolo is a soft, simple object inspired by a teddy bear, but made for adults. It’s designed for people who live alone and want something comforting to hold, a small way to feel less alone.

Created by Martina Albasini as part of the Fucina collection, Nannolo is easy to understand: it’s a soft, huggable shape you can hold while resting or sleeping. But it’s more than just a cushion. It brings back the familiar feeling of hugging something for comfort, like we often did as children, and gives it a place in adult life. Instead of solving a practical problem, Nannolo focuses on an emotional one — loneliness, and the need for comfort in everyday life.

Simple, gentle, and a bit playful, Nannolo shows how design can support not just how we live, but also how we feel.