 | | Photo: Laurian Ghinitoiu | | | Milan: the city that lives and breathes design | | Milan in April is a feast for the senses, bursting with colour, energy and anticipation for what's to come. Flowers start to bloom with the arrival of spring and the streets come alive as design lovers prepare to visit the many fairs, art displays and installations that reaffirm the city’s status as a world-renowned design capital.
From 17-23 April, Milan Design Week 2023 will host the world’s biggest furniture fair, Salone del Mobile, and a series of exhibitions and events spread across the city – collectively known as Fuorisalone. The design and architecture festival will serve as fertile ground for creativity and innovation, offering limitless possibilities for reflection, discovery and exchange. Read more
Valeria Montjoy – Senior Content Editor | |  | | Photo: David Zanardi | | | Eyes on the future: Fuorisalone's forward-thinking programme | | | The highly-anticipated Fuorisalone will be back with events, exhibitions and installations that offer a glimpse into the design of tomorrow. Under the theme ‘Laboratorio Futuro’, the week-long event will delve into topics such as sustainable design, the circular economy, urban regeneration, material innovation, artificial intelligence and more. Learn more | |  | | Photo: Laurian Ghinitoiu | | | Creativity flourishes in the city | | Spreading beyond the Salone fairgrounds, Milan Design Week 2023 brings with it an array of exciting events to be discovered throughout the city. From must-see showrooms to interactive exhibits, visitors will have the opportunity to capture and be inspired by the essence of Milan’s dynamic design scene.
They can marvel at the timeless elegance of furniture designs, witness the innovative use of experimental materials or be dazzled by cutting-edge lighting installations. The possibilities are endless. Here's an updated list of the events | |  |
Cantilevered comfort: Lounge chair S 32 by Thonet
Thonet presents the iconic S 32 cantilever chair in a new and compact form. The new S 32 lounge chair version brings together architectural lines, a distinct design and yielding comfort. Find out more | | | Navigate the design capital with the DAAily guide | | | Once again, our painstakingly produced DAAily guides to Milan – for both fair and city – navigate visitors through the crowds, saving them precious time on the ground. We help attendees find the best products, people and, of course, parties. Find out more | |  |
TRIO – 50 years of unrivalled adaptability
This piece of furniture is integrative and mobile, but it isn’t a status symbol and it certainly isn’t loud. Trio’s distinctive features are its simple form, clear lines and complete absence of frills. The single stand-out detail in the deliberately minimalist design is the double outer seam along the edge. Find out more | |  | | Photo: Salone del Mobile | | | An evolved trade fair experience at Salone | | | Preparations for Salone del Mobile 2023, the largest event taking place at Milan Design Week, are moving full speed ahead. Running from 18-23 April and bringing together 1,962 exhibitors, this year’s edition offers a new and refreshed layout, as well as focusing on interdisciplinary cultural content devoted to the relationship between light, architecture, art and science. Read more | |  |
Unfold New Spaces | atelier oï x Brunner
Brunner and the Swiss design studio atelier oï present the first result of their partnership based on the motto 'Unfold New Spaces'. The collaboration promises an exciting fusion of functionality and aesthetics for flexible workspaces. Via Marco Formentini 10. Brera Design District, Milano. Find out more | |  | | Photo: Fuorisalone | | | The design community will select the most memorable installations | | | The Fuorisalone Award is back to honour the most memorable events and installations showcased at Milan Design Week 2023, celebrating both local and international talent. The award is determined by direct public vote, while four special mentions – in the categories of interaction, sustainability, technology, and communication – will be selected by a jury of experts. Learn more | |  |
Lodes – Milan Design Week 2023
Contemporary Italian lighting brand, Lodes, will present an immersive and optical experience around the newest addition at its showroom, as part of Fuorisalone. The space is a creative hub for architects and designers, end consumers, to meet and connect. Find out more | | | | | | | | |
