Francis Francis Espresso Machine

Francis Francis espresso machines bridge the gap between modern technology and retro aesthetics. While they’re well known for their looks, their compatibility with single serve espresso pods has made these espresso coffee makers known for their quality of espresso as well. Designed by renowned architect and designer Luca Trazzi, their unique combination of form and function allow Francis Francis espresso machines to make a statement without saying a word.



The Franci francis is arguably one of the most ‘famous’ espresso machines in the consumer world. It’s been featured in countless movies, routinely on television shows like Will and Grace, and even Mikhail Baryshnikov played around with one extensively on Sex in the City.


Beautiful and well-made, Francis Francis espresso machines are a true marriage of striking Italian design and state-of-the-art technical innovation, crafted for the sole purpose of creating the perfect espresso experience in the home. It goes without saying that the finest home espresso requires a machine of the highest-quality, but we believe technical perfection alone is not enough: it takes a machine that is also visually stunning to fully indulge all the senses and enjoy the ultimate beauty of the espresso moment.


The Francis Francis metal, pump-driven espresso machines for the home, designed by Italian architect Luca Trazzi, are a favorite among consumers who appreciate their stylish design and superior performance. The fittings are bronze and the pipes are made of plastic materials specially designed to resist high pressures. The pumps guarantee the optimal pressure for espresso while brass boilers ensure excellent thermal stability and an ideal temperature curve.



In fact, Wired magazine has described the Francis Francis espresso machine design as “retro-futuristic”: an object that tells a story, evokes a culture, lights up a room with color and echoes the round shapes of life and the world.