A Crystal Marriage: Vismaravetro and Koh-I-Noor Say “I Do”
Made in Italy excellence expands: the acquisition of the Bathroom Furnishings division marks a new era for integrated design and the contract sector 2026 opens with news that illuminates the world of interior design: Vismaravetro has officially acquired the Koh-I-Noor Bathroom Furnishings business unit. The operation, finalized in late 2025 and effective as of January […]
Design and Hospitality for Milano-Cortina 2026
The New Face of Luxury Hospitality at Milano-Cortina 2026: Between Urban Rigor and Alpine Warmth As the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics approach, Italian hospitality architecture is preparing to redefine the standards of elite tourism. It is not merely a matter of welcoming athletes and spectators, but of offering an immersive experience where design becomes the […]
Sculpting the Future: Margraf Roots Itself in Tuscany and Lazio
From extraction to iconic projects: the acquisition of Santafiora transforms the marble giant into a leader of the total supply chain The world of natural stone has a new power dynamic. Margraf, the Vicenza-based marble giant celebrated across the globe, has announced the total acquisition of Santafiora S.r.l. This is not merely a financial operation, […]
Functional Aesthetics Meets a Century of History: LIRA’s Bathroom Evolution
From its 1925 debut to the polypropylene revolution: discover how LIRA’s “Made in Italy” excellence is redefining contemporary technical design In the international design landscape, few names manage to blend bold technological innovation with a century-old manufacturing tradition. LIRA, the historic company based in Valduggia, is celebrating a legendary milestone: 100 years in business. Founded […]
MIFF 2026: The Future of Furniture Passes Through Kuala Lumpur
Southeast Asia’s leading fair returns: 100,000 sqm of design, Malaysian craftsmanship, and innovative solutions for Generation Alpha The global furniture market has a new, essential appointment. From March 4 to 7, 2026, the Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF) returns for its 32nd edition, confirming its status as the number one trade platform in Southeast Asia. […]
Road to Milano Cortina 2026: The Olympic Flame Illuminates Brescia and Lake Iseo
From Cremona to the “Lioness of Italy”: The Olympic Flame Relay ignites Lombardy with iconic design, stories of resilience, and the energy of the Coca-Cola Truck The heartbeat of the Winter Games is growing stronger in the heart of Lombardy. On its forty-first day, the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Flame Relay traversed lands of excellence, […]
Green over Gray: Architecture as Reconciliation in the Emilio Ambasz Exhibition
The ADI Design Museum in Milan celebrates the pioneer of Green Architecture with a tribute to his poetic and radical vision of building From January 15 to February 15, 2026, the ADI Design Museum in Milan hosts “Green over Gray. A Tribute to Emilio Ambasz.” Curated by Fulvio Irace, with exhibition design by Jacopo Irace, […]
The Archaeology of the Future at Palazzo Litta: Lina Ghotmeh signs “Metamorphosis”
For Milan Design Week 2026, MoscaPartners Variations transforms the Cortile d’Onore with a site-specific installation by the French-Lebanese architect From April 21 to 26, 2026, on the occasion of Fuorisalone, one of Milan’s most iconic locations returns as the epicenter of design culture. MoscaPartners has selected Lina Ghotmeh to lead the central intervention of MoscaPartners […]
Symphony of Surfaces: Marazzi Redefines Elegance in the Heart of Paris
On the occasion of Maison&Objet in the City, the renovated Marazzi Paris showroom reveals a sensory narrative blending technological innovation and artisanal craftsmanship Paris once again confirms its status as the center of the world for excellence in interior design. During the Maison&Objet in the City event, the Marazzi exhibition space—nestled within the historic charm […]
Maison&Objet 2026: When Future Design is Born from the Roots of the Past
From January 15 to 19, Paris becomes the world capital of design with an event that weaves together savoir-faire, innovation, and new creative visions From January 15 to 19, 2026, Maison&Objet returns to Paris with a new edition dedicated to the dialogue between innovation and tradition. Spanning 7 halls and 6 sectors, the event confirms […]
Architecture in Motion: 40 Works Defining the New Europe at the 2026 EUmies Awards
The 2026 EUmies Awards present the 40 works that have shaped the state of contemporary European architecture through sustainability, regeneration, and social innovation The announcement of the 40 works shortlisted for the European Union Prize for Contemporary Architecture / Mies van der Rohe Awards 2026 offers a precise snapshot of European design evolution. A total […]
Animaux dans la Ville: Urban Wildlife Meets City Design in Paris
Stefano Boeri and Andrea Branzi explore the coexistence between humans and animals in urban spaces at the Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain At Place du Palais Royal in Paris, the Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain inaugurates its new exhibition spaces with an innovative project: “Animaux dans la Ville” by Stefano Boeri and Andrea Branzi. The […]
CIFF Guangzhou 2026: a New Supply Chain Vision Connecting Production and Consumption
CONNECT·CREATE — How the 57th Edition Redefines the Future of Furniture, Design and Manufacturing CIFF Guangzhou 2026 is set to return from March 18 to 21 and March 28 to 31, 2026, offering a new strategic perspective on the global furniture supply chain. Under the theme “CONNECT·CREATE”, the 57th edition reinforces the event’s role as […]
Porta della Speranza at San Vittore: Michele De Lucchi’s Work Inaugurated
Art, Education and Social Commitment in an International Project Bridging Prison and Society In front of the Milan San Vittore “Francesco Di Cataldo” Remand Prison, the first Porta della Speranza (Gate of Hope) has been unveiled, a work designed by Michele De Lucchi. The installation marks the beginning of an international cultural and educational project […]
Design, furniture and architecture fairs and events: the 2025 calendar
Here is the 2025 calendar of furniture, design and architecture fairs and events in Italy and around the world January 2025 Domotex, the leading international trade fair dedicated to floor coverings, has recently announced significant changes to its program. The January 2025 edition, focused on carpets and rugs, has been canceled. The event will take […]
HOBO Hotel Oslo Anticipates Hotel Trends for 2026
From Community-Driven Hospitality to Continuously Evolving Interiors, Studio Aisslinger Redefines the Future of the Urban Hotel Among the leading hotel trends for 2026 is the transformation of the hotel into a social platform open to the city. HOBO Hotel Oslo, designed by studio aisslinger and inaugurated in October 2025 in the heart of the Norwegian […]
LG SIGNATURE at CES 2026: New Trends for the Intelligent Kitchen
At CES Las Vegas, LG SIGNATURE Unveils a Collection Integrating Artificial Intelligence and Premium Design into Kitchen Interiors At CES 2026, LG SIGNATURE introduces a new collection of appliances that redefines the concept of the LG SIGNATURE kitchen as an intelligent, elegant and increasingly personalised space. Artificial Intelligence enters the very heart of the kitchen […]
Talenti Surpasses €50 Million in Revenue and Accelerates Growth Toward 2026
Talenti Closes 2025 Above the €50 Million Mark: Double-Digit Growth, Strong International Expansion and New Investments Across Outdoor, Indoor and the Terni Headquarters Talenti closes 2025 with a highly significant result within the high-end outdoor design landscape. For the first time, the company surpasses €50 million in revenue, achieving +10% annual growth in a global […]
Atlas Collection: When Light Becomes Matter
Wall/Pepper® Presents Its New Wallpaper Embellished with Swarovski® Crystals, Where Design, Light and Emotional Surfaces Converge With Atlas Collection, Wall/Pepper® introduces a new vision of interior decoration, in which light and matter engage in dialogue to transform walls into living, precious surfaces. Born from the encounter between elegance and innovation, the project offers a sensory […]
Cromatica Marcegaglia: Steel Becomes a Creative Surface
At MADE Expo, the Technology Introducing Custom Digital Printing on Metals for Architecture and Design Makes Its Debut On the occasion of MADE Expo, Italy’s leading trade fair for construction and architecture, Marcegaglia unveiled Cromatica for the first time—an innovative technology that redefines the concept of metal surfaces. Thanks to custom digital printing on steel […]
Milan Takes Center Stage: Poliform Writes Its Milan Design Week 2026
Poliform Milan Design Week 2026 marks a strategic turning point: no Salone del Mobile, but new projects and exclusive events in the heart of the city On the occasion of Milan Design Week 2026, the brand makes a clear and deliberate positioning choice: Milan becomes the sole stage, while participation in Salone del Mobile.Milano is […]