Kartell became well-known due to the work of designer and architect Anna Castelli Ferrieri.

Ivan Luini, president of the U.S. division at that time, oversaw the opening of additional stores in Miami, San Francisco, Atlanta, Boston and Los Angeles.

[citation needed] Kartell's retail marketing strategy is to stock items in various styles and colors at prices that appeal to impulse buyers.

In addition to its stores, Kartell furnishings are sold by more than 150 independent retailers in the United States.

[citation needed] At the time of his death, Luini was in discussions for Kartell's plastic furnishings to be used in a hotel chain being designed by Philippe Starck.