Milan Design Week 2025

An annual feast for the eyes and inspiration for the soul in Milano

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It's that time of year again: when creatives, brands, and innovators of all types gather in Europe's design and fashion hub, Milano, to showcase creativity and inspiration across the city. Milan Design Week 2025, held from April 7–13, is transforming the city into a vibrant fabric of innovation, art, and design. With the overarching theme "Connected Worlds," the event highlights the fusion of technology, sustainability, and human-centric design across various districts and installations.​

Some Installations & Highlights

Louis Vuitton’s Objets Nomades at Palazzo Serbelloni

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Louis Vuitton unveiled its most playful Objets Nomades collection to date, featuring whimsical creations like a leather-crafted record player resembling a flower, a futuristic pinball machine by Pharrell Williams, and a luxury espresso set housed in a classic LV trunk. The exhibition also includes Cristián Mohaded’s Aventura sofa and Pegase chair, showcasing the brand's leather expertise. ​

Artemest’s “L’Appartamento” at Palazzo Donizetti

Celebrating Italian craftsmanship, Artemest collaborated with six international interior design studios to transform rooms within Palazzo Donizetti, showcasing bespoke pieces crafted by over 180 Italian artisans. The Artemest palazzo take-over also includes a stunning immersive installation in collaboration with Car & Vintage and Porsche (which just maybe our favorite part) pictured below:

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"Library of Light" by Es Devlin

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Renowned set designer Es Devlin transformed the 17th-century Cortile d'Onore courtyard of the Pinacoteca di Brera into a luminous, rotating library housing over 2,000 books. The installation hosted collective reading sessions throughout the week, including a recording of British actor Benedict Cumberbatch reading a book on quantum gravity theory by physicist Carlo Rovelli. ​

Google’s “Making the Invisible Visible” at Garage 21

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Google, in collaboration with light and water artist Lachlan Turczan, presents an installation that transforms abstract concepts into tangible sculptural light experiences, suggesting a future where form depends on energy and perception. ​

"Divided Layers" by Daniel Arsham

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In collaboration with the Kohler brand, Arsham has created a "walkable sink" at the historic Palazzo del Senato. The modern, stark white installation with its base pool of water stands in contrast to the traditional, classical architecture of the palazzo it sits in.

Key Districts & Venues

Brera Fashion and Design District

Every year, Brera’s cobblestone streets hosted dynamic showroom openings, interactive exhibitions, and design talks, making it a hub for design enthusiasts. ​

Tortona Fashion and Design District

Known for experiential installations, Tortona attracts global fashion and design brands and features events like Superstudio Più, highlighting trend forecasting and innovative designs. ​

Milan Design Week exemplifies the innovative spirit and diverse creativity that define the city, offering visitors immersive experiences that push the boundaries of design and art.

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