In the Byron Bay hinterland lies a hint of Italy, the beautiful property Lo Scoglio set atop the rolling hills of the creative region. The two-story Italian-style farmhouse redefines luxury for the discerning traveller and celebrates artistry at every turn, from the furniture to their interior detailing, both natural materials and Italian antique finds have been carefully curated to reflect the hands of artisans in both Australia and Italy. 

LoScoglio co-owner Angelica Arnott connects with her Sicilian heritage with a handmade tableware project made especially in her home country by ceramic artist Elise Eales of Di Lunedi. 

Through Di Lunedi, artist Elise Eales creates original, beautiful ceramics inspired by her travels to Italy and deep reverence for nostalgic Italian aesthetics. Together with Angelica and their shared passion for Italy, the friends-turned-collaborators embarked on the idea to bring a collection together to life.

The Di Lunedi x Lo Scoglio Heritage Bowls collection is both a celebration of Italian artistry and shared heritage.

From a journey back to Stromboli to explore the roots of her father’s life on the volcanic island, Angelica saw a way to bridge her family’s past with its future through this physical ‘invitation’ to gather and share.

“The table, and what we share upon it, is how we connect to who we are and who we’ve been,” she explains, “These bowls are meant to be vessels of remembrance and legacy, an homage to the land and stories of my family.”

Already found in the interiors at Lo Scoglio, Di Lunedi’s hand-made and hand-painted sardine plates hang in the alfresco dining area. They’re striking yet playful, and deeply original through the hand brush strokes evidently seen on each unique design.

For The Heritage Bowls collection Elise, based near Byron Bay, embarked on the journey to Italy with Angelica for inspiration, connection and clarity on the connection between each elements of the bowl collection – a series of various designs and colours.

Photographer Anna Pihan joined on the journey, capturing the key moments for this soulful collaboration.

Creating works between Italy and Byron, each bowl connects to Italy. A special ramina green glaze is found on the pieces, a unique shade rarely found outside of Italy and associated with traditional maiolica pottery.

“It’s a colour and texture you only see here,” Elise explains. In every subtle detail, the bowls speak of the richness of Italian culture—crafted with the earthy, rugged simplicity of Stromboli, yet made to fit the refined setting of Lo Scoglio. “These aren’t just plates; they’re a way for people to feel rooted, to find beauty in the rituals of everyday life,” Elise adds. “Each bowl reflects a moment, a memory, or a place where life feels the most present.”

The analogue photography and Super8 film by Anna reflects the feeling of memories in Italy – past and present – for not only Angelica but those also charmed by the country and its traditions, lifestyle and natural beauty.

Anna’s photography is an equal artistic expression to Elise’s, evoking emotion and uncovering the layers of beauty in both crafts.

“I think of my family reaching for the same bowl each meal,” Angelica explains “It’s my hope that the Heritage Bowls inspire others to create their own rituals, to find joy in gathering and a sense of belonging through the tactile experience of these plates.” 

With each bowl in the collection unique, the hand-painted designs are individual and original, encouraging others to find the design they connect with best. Exclusive to Lo Scoglio and available as a limited edition through their website, this collaboration marks the beginning of an ongoing series of future collections embedded with Italian artistry.

Angelica’s personal legacy, Elise’s craftsmanship, and Anna’s storytelling is what connects this beautiful collaboration so authentically.

Di Lunedi x Lo Scoglio
Exclusively Online at Lo Scoglio

Text: Editorial Director Monique Kawecki
Images: Anna Pihan