Venice Architecture Biennale 2027: Wang Shu & Lu Wenyu Shape the Future of Design
The Venice Biennale announces the curators of the next edition: a visionary duo that combines memory, materials and experimentation Wang Shu and Lu Wenyu, founders of Amateur Architecture Studio, have been appointed Artistic Directors of the Architecture Sector at the Venice Biennale. They will lead the 20th International Architecture Exhibition, running from May 8 to […]
The OPEN CALL – Art Crafts Residency at Villa Medici opens applications for 2026
An international opportunity for artisans and creative makers, combining research, production, and dialogue with the historical heritage of Villa Medici The OPEN CALL – Art Crafts Residency at Villa Medici, promoted by the French Academy in Rome – Villa Medici, is now officially open. The initiative will select six professional artisans working in the field […]
SKS conquers Chicago with a showroom designed by Lissoni
The new SKS Chicago showroom, designed by Lissoni Architecture New York inside The MART, transforms kitchens into a theatrical and immersive experience The SKS Chicago showroom officially opens inside The MART, an iconic building and a key reference point for the creative community of the Midwest. The luxury brand of built-in appliances chooses one of […]
CIFF Guangzhou 2026: CONNECT · CREATE and the new future of global furniture
The 57th edition reinvigorates the vision of the world’s largest furniture fair, taking place from March 18–21 and 28–31, 2026, with a focus on connections, innovation, and new business models CIFF Guangzhou 2026 takes place amid a period of profound transformation in the global furniture industry. New consumer behaviors, shifts in trade dynamics, accelerated digitalization, […]
Momenteeria: the first contemporary tea room dedicated to happiness rituals opens in Milan
A new urban retreat opens at Via Carducci 38 where tea, design and mindful living transform every break into a mindful wellness experience Momenteeria opens in Milan as the first contemporary tea room dedicated to the rituals of happiness. Located on Via Carducci, just steps from the Basilica of Sant’Ambrogio, it offers a clear vision: […]
Isoplam rewrites the language of concrete: three new surfaces combining art, speed of installation, and lightness
Isoplam rewrites the language of concrete: three new surfac Isoplam’s new products transform concrete into an expressive medium, capable of engaging with contemporary architecture through emotional, high-performance, and highly customizable surfaces. Three solutions—Deco Acidificato, Micro Supreme, and Pavilux Sablée—interpret concrete in different ways, combining chemical research, application innovation, and design versatility. The result is a […]
Graphic Japan: from Hokusai to Manga, a visual journey into Japanese culture
The first major exhibition in Italy dedicated to Japanese graphic art arrives in Bologna, spanning from the Edo period to the contemporary age, at the Museo Civico Archeologico until April 6, 2026 Graphic Japan. From Hokusai to Manga brings to Italy for the first time a broad survey of Japanese graphic art. The exhibition presents […]
Bonaveri Décor: the new chapter between art, memory and collection
A new brand redefines Bonaveri’s heritage with sculptural collectible objects Bonaveri Décor marks Bonaveri’s entry into the world of interior design. The new brand translates the legacy of the auteur mannequin into a collection of collectible objects for contemporary décor. Form, material and memory coexist within a precise curatorial vision The 10 Collection: an archive […]
Michelangelo Pistoletto brings the Third Paradise to the Pyramids of Giza
In Giza, Michelangelo Pistoletto and Cittadellarte present the Third Paradise at the fifth edition of Forever Is Now, uniting past and future in a universal symbol of rebirth From November 12 to December 6, 2025, the Pyramids of Giza host Forever Is Now, the international exhibition where contemporary art enters into dialogue with ancient Egypt. […]
Alcova Milano 2026 transforms two secret locations into design stages
From 20 to 26 April 2026, Alcova Milano 2026 will open the Baggio Military Hospital and Franco Albini’s Villa Pestarini, creating a unique dialogue between architectural heritage, urban memory and contemporary experimentation Just days before the opening of the third edition of Alcova Miami, the first official information has already arrived about Alcova Milano 2026, […]
QC lights up Christmas: a constellation of wishes with “QC Make a Wish”
The new holiday campaign transforms wellbeing into an immersive story of light, emotion and wonder, with urban experiences and a new iconic destination: QC Salsomaggiore With the arrival of the festive season, QC presents “QC Make a Wish”, a campaign that intertwines imagination, wellbeing and poetry. At its heart lies the power of wishes — […]
Color rewrites the classics: Dalù and Dedalo surprise again
Artemide and Danese Milano relaunch Dalù and Dedalo with new colorways, enhancing two timeless design icons Artemide and Danese Milano introduce new color options for two symbolic objects of Italian design: the Dalù lamp by Vico Magistretti and the Dedalo umbrella stand by Emma Gismondi Schweinberger. The new colorways refresh their aesthetics, strengthen their character […]
Noor Riyadh 2025: the city becomes light
The Noor Riyadh 2025 festival brings 59 artists from 24 countries and more than 60 artworks to Riyadh, including over 35 new commissions, from November 20 to December 6, 2025 From November 20 to December 6, 2025, the capital of Saudi Arabia transforms into a vast open-air stage. Noor Riyadh 2025 lights up streets, buildings […]
Ethical Award 2025: double recognition for Progetto CMR between high altitude and responsible design
Bivacco Camardella and the Yo seating collection awarded at the ADI Design Museum for a vision that merges territory, sustainability and social responsibility During the Ethics Festival promoted by the Plana Association, held at the ADI Design Museum in Milan, Progetto CMR received a double recognition at the Ethical Award 2025, winning two key categories: […]
Saint-Gobain Architecture Student Contest 2026: young architects at the forefront of Belgrade’s urban regeneration
Saint-Gobain launches the 21st edition of the international competition dedicated to Architecture and Engineering students, focusing on sustainability, energy efficiency and urban innovation The 21st edition of Saint-Gobain’s Architecture Student Contest offers students the opportunity to tackle a real urban regeneration project. After the 2025 edition dedicated to France, the 2026 contest will focus on […]
TORTONA LAB MILANO: the new ecosystem where design takes shape
A synergy-driven laboratory that unites Italian excellence to create integrated and bespoke solutions The design industry is experiencing a profound transformation. Today, architects and developers no longer look for isolated suppliers but for partners capable of delivering integrated and coordinated solutions. TORTONA LAB MILANO emerges from this need: a hub that brings together expertise, visions […]
Alvisi Kirimoto presents TAM TAM: Architecture in Motion
An interactive work made of recycled plastic, on view at the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art in Rome Alvisi Kirimoto, the international design and architecture studio, presents “TAM TAM. Temple, Action, Movement”, an interactive installation that transforms the central courtyard of the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art in Rome into a […]
Ceado: Designing Flavor – Where the Art of Taste Meets Innovation
The new Life line brings into everyday life a design that respects coffee and enhances every extraction The journey of coffee begins with ancient gestures and with the hands that guide it from fruit to cup. Ceado interprets this path through a clear philosophy: “Designing Flavor.” Flavor doesn’t appear by chance. It comes from intentional […]
The Alchemy of Design: How Studio Alchimia Revolutionized Collective Creativity in Italy
Studio Alchimia and the Revolution of Italian Design through Irony, Freedom, and Collaboration Studio Alchimia rewrote the rules of design with irony, freedom, and a deep sense of collectivity. The exhibition at the ADI Design Museum brings back that shared energy, made of intertwined thoughts and visionary gestures. It didn’t emerge from a desk, but […]
Buen Retiro in the Heart of the Dolomites
Parisotto + Formenton Architetti reinterpret a historic Ampezzan “ciasa” between tradition and modernity In the heart of the Dolomites, overlooking the majestic Tofane, the project by Parisotto + Formenton Architetti expresses a refined vision of mountain living. Located in one of the oldest hamlets of Cortina d’Ampezzo, the house revives a portion of a historic […]
Crafting Tomorrow: AlUla Calls Designers from Around the World
Global call open until November 28, 2025 – celebrating craftsmanship, sustainability, and innovation in the heart of Saudi Arabia The AlUla Design Award has extended its call for entries until November 28, 2025, welcoming designers, artisans, and studios from across the globe. Now in its fourth edition, the award—initiated by the Arts AlUla—reinforces AlUla’s vision […]