Design Diplomacy: The 5th Italian Design Week Debuts in Washington DC
On March 23 and 24, Italian excellence meets top U.S. officials in the American capital. The focus of the 2026 edition: “Regeneration” as the engine of the new Made in Italy Italian design returns to the spotlight in the heart of American power. On March 23, 2026, in the presence of the Minister of Culture, […]
ARCH:ID 2026: Architecture that “Engages” the Future
From April 23 to 26, ICE BSD City in Jakarta hosts the “Synthesis Scheme” edition: a collaborative ecology where disciplinary boundaries vanish to design tomorrow The Jakarta district is preparing to host ARCH:ID 2026, Southeast Asia’s most anticipated event for design culture. This year’s theme, “Synthesis Scheme – Architecture of Engagement,” proposes a revolutionary vision: […]
Design to Change Everything: The Rebel Manifesto of Tortona Rocks 2026
Tortona Rocks returns for its 11th edition at Fuorisalone: an international platform where design becomes an active force to transform society and the present Despite global uncertainties and the complexity of the future, the world of design does not stand still. Tortona Rocks, the project by Milano Space Makers that has animated the heart of […]
The Soul of Things: 5VIE Presents QoT – Qualia of Things at Milan Design Week 2026
Beyond the Internet of Things, design rediscovers the human “feeling” within the walls of the Leonardo da Vinci National Museum of Science and Technology In a world increasingly saturated with data, algorithms, and digital connections, 5VIE Design Week 2026 chooses to chart a reverse course, bringing attention back to the irreducibility of the human experience. […]
The Female Universe in a Snapshot: Tallulah Studio Art Celebrates March 8th
Six International Perspectives Explore Identity Through Memory, Metamorphosis, and Social Critique On the occasion of International Women’s Day, contemporary art photography becomes the interpreter of a profound and multifaceted narrative. Tallulah Studio Art celebrates this day through a selection of international artists who place women at the center of a powerful visual exploration—one capable of […]
The Legacy Lives On: Zaventem Ateliers Transforms Villa Empain into a Dynamic Habitat
Beyond the Exhibition: When Contemporary Collectible Design Reactivates the Domestic Rituals of an Art Deco Icon From March 11 to 19, 2026, one of Europe’s most refined Art Deco residences—Villa Empain in Brussels—will be more than just a backdrop for an exhibition; it will be a living organism. For ten days, 32 creatives from Zaventem […]
Tile of Spain: A Story of Spanish Ceramics
The debut of “Time of Spain” featuring 62 companies and four global trends Time of Spain sounds like a true declaration of intent. The first edition of this format, commissioned by ASCER and supported by ICEX and IVACE, debuts in the province of Castellón under the aegis of Tile of Spain. Cevisama evolves and joins […]
Architecture as Living Spectacle: Lina Ghotmeh Designs the Courtyard of Honor at Palazzo Litta
“Metamorphosis in Motion” is the heart of MoscaPartners Variations for Milano Design Week 2026 The boundary between monument and movement dissolves. On the occasion of Salone del Mobile 2026, Palazzo Litta returns as the epicenter of Milanese experimentation with MoscaPartners Variations. This year’s scenographic centerpiece is entrusted to Lina Ghotmeh, the internationally renowned architect who, […]
Pordenone Design Week 2026: 15th Edition Kicks Off Amidst AI and European Vision
From March 2nd to 6th, the City Becomes a “City of Design”: A Permanent Ecosystem of International Workshops, Distributed Exhibitions, and Technological Challenges Pordenone reaffirms itself as a capital of project culture. Pordenone Design Week 2026 evolves and renews itself, officially taking on the name “Pordenone Design Week – City of Design”. No longer just […]
Water Routes and New Horizons: The Birth of Rubaiya Qatar
Qatar Museums launches its first contemporary art quadrennial: a journey through ecology, history, and globalization that redefines Doha’s role in the global art scene Qatar is solidifying its position as an international cultural hub. Qatar Museums has officially presented Rubaiya Qatar, a multidisciplinary quadrennial set to debut in November 2026. Developed under the aegis of […]
The Soul of Objects: Madrid Becomes the Beating Heart of Global Design
From the André Ricard retrospective to the new frontiers of “Forma Design Fest,” Madrid Design Festival 2026 celebrates project-led design as a tool for social progress and collective memory Design is not merely form, but an ethical response to the challenges of our time. This is the premise of the 2026 edition of the Madrid […]
Dwelling in the Dark: BASE Milano 2026 celebrates 10 years with “HELLO, DARKNESS”
The new curatorial chapter for 2026 invites the international design community to explore darkness as a fertile space of possibility In the fast-paced world of global design, constant visibility is often the only imperative. However, to celebrate a decade of radical cultural production, BASE Milano 2026 is choosing a different path. After exploring conviviality and […]
High-Altitude Perspectives: The Dolomites Conquer Milan in a New Immersive Exhibition
Photographer Stefano Zardini brings the spirit of the Alps to the city with “A Visionary at Altitude,” a key cultural event for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics This winter, Milan transforms into far more than just a sporting hub. As the world gathers for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Games, the city is building a cultural bridge […]
Milan Design Week 2026: Fuorisalone Passport Debuts in the Brera Design District
A single personal QR Code to simplify event access: Studiolabo’s digital revolution for a seamless and fluid visitor experience Less bureaucracy, more time for creativity. On the occasion of Milan Design Week 2026 (April 20–26), the Fuorisalone.it portal is launching a new feature set to change visitor habits: the Fuorisalone Passport. This digital tool was […]
Visions and Matter: Milan Gears Up for Salone del Mobile 2026
From April 21st to 26th, Fiera Milano Rho hosts global excellence, blending technological innovation, collectible design, and new horizons for the contract sector International design is coming home. The 64th edition of Salone del Mobile 2026 will open its doors from April 21st to 26th at Fiera Milano Rho, consolidating its role as the world […]
BAM Colors Up for the Olympics: The Flame Arrives at the Biblioteca degli Alberi
For Milano Cortina 2026, the Portanuova park transforms Olympic rings into a social and participatory land art installation Milan welcomes the Olympic fire into its green heart. On Friday, February 6, the Biblioteca degli Alberi Milano (BAM) will become the stage for a historic moment: the arrival of the Olympic Flame. To celebrate the event, […]
Oasi Life Experience: Piazza Città di Lombardia Becomes the Heart of the 2026 Games
From February 6 to March 15, the Regional Headquarters transforms into “Casa Lombardia 2026,” a hub for sport, star-rated design, and innovation Milan is preparing to experience the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games with an unprecedented project. The largest covered square in Europe opens its doors to the world with the Oasi […]
Olympic Muse: Italian Design Ignites Milano Cortina 2026
From the Triennale to the peaks of Cortina and Livigno, Casa Italia transforms the Winter Games into a widespread stage where signature furniture and art narrate the country’s identity From February 6 to 22, 2026, Italy celebrates sport and beauty. On the occasion of the XXV Olympic Winter Games, CONI presents the Musa project. Casa […]
Don’t (Just) Call Them Toys: When Architecture Turns to Bricks
On the occasion of LEGO Day 2026, we explore how the world’s most famous colored bricks have revolutionized the fields of design and urban planning January 28 marks LEGO Day, the date the patent for the world’s most iconic brick was filed back in 1958. While for many, LEGO represents the ultimate childhood memory, for […]
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, […]