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veragouth e xilema
Veragouth e Xilema è la definizione attuale di un’azienda protagonista in Ticino da quasi un secolo nel settore della falegnameria e carpenteria edile.
19.12.24
Season's Greetings, Full of Stories
17.10.24
Laura Colombo
Real Estate Developer
23.8.24
Resale: doors and windows
Fenestration for every specific requirement
22.8.24
A half-century journey in Veragouth and Xilema
Conversation with Mario Vanini
12.8.24
Paul Liposchi
Optimising production processes to enhance efficiency
12.8.24
Avart Men
The new concept store in the heart of Lugano
5.6.24
Paolo Calzana
Facing complex negotiations between new materials and regulations
20.5.24
Dylan Arena
An apprentice's experience at Veragouth and Xilema
10.5.24
Hawa: inhabit your dream
6,358 m2 park, 1,785 m2 forest, 2 architectures, 15 flats
1.5.24
The New Porsche Center in Pambio Noranco
The Strength of Wood Between Speed and Precision
1.2.24
Internship life
An interview from Jura with our Paul
25.1.24
Prospettiva 1042
Meeting at the factory
1.12.23
Where your talent finds a home
Grow with us, build your future
1.12.23
Hockey Club Ambrì Piotta Stadium
Mario Botta's new project for the territory
29.11.23
27° International Holzbau Forum
Innovation and sustainability, our journey
29.11.23
Pazola at Andermatt
The elegant new building in the heart of the Alps
12.10.23
Girondella, between contemporaneity and memory
Video interview with architect Mario Cucinella
12.10.23
School gyms in Gordola and Bellinzona
Large wooden exoskeletons as a paradigm of flexibility
11.7.23
Apprenticeship target
Consolidate a community with the power of ideas
11.7.23
Tomorrow's climate
The project "Guidelines for Building South of the Alps"
11.7.23
For an ecosystem of doing together
Discover the new Inedit platform
5.5.23
A new exclusive finish
Milan Design Week 2023
11.4.23
Veragouth and Xilema for Studiopepe: Omphalos, Campo Base
Milan Design Week 2023
20.12.22
The beech
A solid guardian
8.9.22
How our technical department works
From drawing to quality finished work. In between, the knowledge of those with direct experience of wood.
23.3.22
Avart boutique
The new multi-brand shopping experience by Studiopepe
23.3.22
Reka. Swiss Travel Fund Cooperative
Innovation and comfort in your next holiday
23.3.22
Prefabricated modular bathrooms
The challenge for an optimal and certified solution
23.3.22
Lugano municipal master plan
An installation for the future of our city
30.9.21
Team Veragouth and Xilema
25 professionals including engineers, architects, designers and draughtsman, 4 sector directors and over 70 specialised workers
23.3.22
The Walnut
Or the tree of Jupiter
25.6.21
Our partners
For a 360° high-quality service
14.2.21
Veragouth and Xilema adopts Minergie
The top choice in terms of environmental sustainability
13.2.21
Oak
The main wood in carpentry
9.2.21
Simone Cavadini
Still life for Veragouth and Xilema
8.2.21
A pavilion in green surroundings
Casa al boschetto
6.2.21
Custom-made joinery
Quality recognized at first glance
2.2.21
Inserts custom-made and the warm oak wood colour
Casa alle vigne
15.1.21
Veragouth and Xilema, industrial partners in research projects
Responsibility for the future
25.10.20
New agronomic research station
Agroscope
20.10.20
Large coplanar windows, the choice of Swiss technology
Casa agli Orti
5.6.24
Paolo Calzana
Facing complex negotiations between new materials and regulations
What is your role within the company? Can you describe it in detail?
I am a quotation calculator in the company, with additional project manager experience. I am dedicated to creating detailed quotations, essential tools for our sales team during negotiations with customers, and guiding them through complex commercial negotiations.
Over the years, have you perceived an evolution in your position or how you operate? How would you describe this change?
Over the years, our work has been profoundly influenced by the introduction of new materials, regulations, and protocols. Now our approach is no longer limited to assessing the feasibility and profitability of a project but considers all aspects that influence the development of a work so that designers can access the resources they need to overcome the challenges they encounter.
How do you think your role has contributed to the company's growth?
Coming from a previous experience in a competitor company, I brought with me new perspectives that enriched the fabric of our company. This fusion of past experiences and new opportunities at Veragouth and Xilema has allowed me to contribute significantly to the development and growth of the company.
What has been the most rewarding moment you have experienced in your work so far?
Representing a company with a long history and working on projects of great importance to the area has been an incredible experience. These projects not only define the industry construction future but also allow me to leave a lasting impression through my work.
Was there a project that you were particularly passionate about? Why?
Yes, we recently worked on a major project of international significance in the Locarno region, involving several partners. It involved a historical complex, which was subject to numerous restrictions by the cultural heritage office. These restrictions made the project complex but very stimulating, allowing me to navigate through enriching challenges.
What skills have you developed working here that you consider most valuable?
Working in Veragouth and Xilema, a structure that combines carpentry, joinery, and Vfcomm (supplier list), I have learned to integrate and enhance different skills. This multi-purpose approach has allowed me to have a complete vision of each project, understanding that success does not only come from the supply of specific products but also from the harmony and synergy of collective skills.
What challenges do you foresee in the long run of your career path?
The future challenges me to develop new synergies with both historical and new suppliers to adapt to the market’s changing needs. The goal is to implement innovative solutions that confirm us as an industry leader and to explore new market segments for sustainable and proactive growth.
If you had to describe your experience in the company as a journey, what would be the main stages and why?
My journey in the company has been full of energy and innovation, and each stage has contributed significantly to my personal and professional growth. I have had the opportunity to deeply impact company protocols and strengthen interpersonal relationships, creating a solid and dynamic environment for whoever comes after me. As I approach the next stage of my life, retirement, I feel proud to have actively contributed to the growth of this company.
If you had to choose one song representing your journey in the company so far, what would it be and why?
Two songs perfectly describe the daily challenges: ‘Highway to Hell’ by AC/DC, which reflects the struggle in a highly competitive market, and ‘Don’t Worry, Be Happy’ by Bobby McFerrin, which represents the need to maintain a positive and collaborative outlook to overcome obstacles and promote development.
1-Paolo Calzana
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