dto 18 to 23 April returns the Fuorisalone 2023the most loved and most crowded creative event, which this year is themed Future laboratory. While it’s simply impossible to see everything, it’s still helpful to have an idea of the key points from which to start the round. In an urban sea of exhibitions, food events, absolute novelties and blockbuster installations.
Fuorisalone 2023, the most scenographic installations
After the 2022 edition which took place in a very hot June, the busiest week of the year for the Milanese is now upon us, net of a decidedly more favorable climate with a view to grinding kilometers on foot. Every day, the calendar of Design Week it offers a thousand cultural, artistic and social occasions, literally from sunrise to sunset. Before entering the flamboyant and varied crowd that invades the streets of the so-called districts (more numerous every year), it is good to do a recap on the things you absolutely must see.
The first stop is in dock in Ticino, one of the most characteristic districts of the city, to see thefloating aquatic installation of the nautical brand Azimut Yacht created in partnership with MDL Circle e Michael DeLucchi. His catwalk in cork recovered it is the colossal symbol of increasingly more character greens of the event, which looks at design as an opportunity to educate all generations to love for the environment. From here, it’s very easy to get to the headquarters of one of the hottest names of the week.
The floating installation of Azimut Yacht.
The news from Ikea, Kartell and others
One of the great protagonists of the Milanese event is undoubtedly ikea, which adds a Nordic note to the heart of the Tortona Design District with Assembling the Future Togethera sensory journey between past (an exhibition of numerous furnishing elements that have characterized the range of ikea from the 1950s to today), present (with NYTILLVERKADthe collection created to celebrate the 80th anniversary of IKEA) And future of living with a space with installations linked to the four elements of nature.
In search of new collections and absolute novelties there is also the new limited edition Bourgiemania by Kartell, which sees the famous lamp Bourgie designed by Ferruccio Laviani in exclusive colors created ad hoc. Slides launches a new web platform entirely renewed and integrated with the e-shop and presents the luminous line to the public Friendly Of Robert Paulthe lamp nineteenth century Of Paola Navonethe bench Enjoy Of Adriana Lohmannsculpture bunny Of Aki Kuroda and the project Together in partnership with the studio Favaretto&Partners. Meanwhile, from Roche Bobois the colorful make their debut outdoor furniture BomBom made with Joana Vasconcelos, which was inspired by the shades of the houses of Lisbon. The Portuguese artist also exhibits the work Valkyrie suspended 8 meters above the ground in via Felice Cavallotti, which winds for almost 45 meters up to the showroom window.
The exhibitions in the historic buildings of Milan
For those who live in Milan and for those who are just passing through, a visit to an exhibition cannot be missed these days. Even better if it is housed in a historic building like the Visconti Palace in the Porta Venezia District, with the exhibition Julia Felix – Art in recycled glass and its 13 upcycled works created by internationally renowned artists. Another cult address is the Bagatti Valsecchi Museum, which with the exhibition The Palace of Wonders offers a path dedicated toinnovation in design and fabrics for the furniture.
The appointment is also a unique occasion Solferino 28 organized by Corriere della Sera, Living and Abitare. Which proposes the installations of the design studio Best+Servetto and guided tours of the historic headquarters of the national newspaper. For the first time, the courtyard containing the metaphorical installation will also be open Elevators.
Courtesy of Migliore+Servetto
Unmissable moments for food lovers
As a cultural and committed event, the Fuorisalone magically becomes playful and glowing with the Design Pride (April 19th from 6pm in Piazza Castello). And it is an uninterrupted party with its myriad of evening parties, which every evening compete for the public with the most popular DJs and performers. But even those who are not night owls will be able to awaken the senses with the multifaceted gastronomic experiences. Strictly chic in the case of Bistro by Aimo and Nadia, furnished by Rossana Orlandi with the fabrics of Etro and a few minutes walk from the Last Supper/Vigna di Leonardo/Santa Maria delle Grazie triptych.
Aimo and Nadia’s BistRo.
For demanding palates, a stop in is a must Brera to see the site specific installation of Paola Peronetto For La Grande Dame 2015 Of Veuve Clicquotperhaps sipping a glass of the exclusive Clicquot Café. Those with more exotic tastes will appreciate the I Love Poke bowls in via Tortona, perfect for a quick and light but refreshing pit stop.
A precious gift in the very long run Milan Design Weeksplendid – but demanding – marathon in every sense.
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