The economic boom and the dolce vita
The fabulous fifties and sixties carry the title of Federico Fellini's film "La dolce vita" which
talks about the capital Rome's vices and virtues.
The Cote d'Azure, with its mythical night spots, is the reference point for international high society.
Carlo Riva, that "purchases" the yard from his father Serafino in 1949, starts to work with the designer and architect Giorgio Barilani in 1956.
His graphical and design activities in the nautical sector are exclusive to Riva, company for which he is design manager for a long period of time, from 1970 to 1996.
The Cote d'Azure, with its mythical night spots, is the reference point for international high society.
Carlo Riva, that "purchases" the yard from his father Serafino in 1949, starts to work with the designer and architect Giorgio Barilani in 1956.
His graphical and design activities in the nautical sector are exclusive to Riva, company for which he is design manager for a long period of time, from 1970 to 1996.









