Milan is not called the recognized capital for nothingshopping, but this title is not limited to fashion. Here, hidden in the winding streets are real treasure troves of designer furniture and luxury and decorative items. During Milan Design Week, we highly recommend visiting one of the showrooms in our selection Spring is in full swing - a sure sign that preparations for iSaloni in Milan are in full swing. From April 12 to 17, you will need to not only visit the most interesting exhibitions and events within the framework of Design Week, but also take a look at the best Milan showrooms and boutiques. For you, we have prepared a list of 11 stores that lovers of design and simply beautiful things cannot miss. Bottega Veneta Bottega Veneta is a world-famous brand of luxury goods and leather goods, so we simply cannot help but start with it. In the Milan showroom, located in an ancient palazzo, you will find home accessories, lamps and furniture, and you will also be able to admire the stunning interior, which perfectly reflects the concept and spirit of the brand.
Address: Via Sant’Andrea, 15.Fornasetti When you think of Fornasetti, the famous collection of plates immediately comes to mind. However, this brand also offers many interesting things for the home and, of course, just enjoy the interior: red walls and fancy paintings in gilded frames resemble a respectable gallery rather than a showroom.
Address: Corso Giacomo Matteotti, 1/A.Nilufar Founded in 1979, Nilufar is now a confident leader in the world of design. In its Milan showroom, styled as an industrial warehouse, you can find almost any product for the home: from luxurious beds to mirrors, vases and figurines.
Address: Viale Vincenzo Lancetti, 34.Richard Ginori The name of Richard Ginori is closely connected with the history of Italian porcelain. The Richard Ginori manufactory has existed for almost 300 years and during this time it has become so famous that Italians often call any elegant porcelain tableware “Ginori”, even if it does not belong to this brand. As for the original products, in the store on St. Mark’s Square you can find a wide variety of hand-painted tableware, and buy both a whole service and individual items: for example, a plate or a tureen with the famous frutti italiani pattern (a pattern of plums, apples and figs).
Address: Piazza San Marco, 3.Spazio Pontaccio The design boutique Spazio Pontaccio is a sight to behold from the moment you step inside. You can visit it just for the stunning interior, but you’ll likely find something to add to the interior you’re working on. From clean sofas and works of art to marble jars and tea sets, you’ll find it all here, while also embracing the founders’ philosophy that design and life are inextricably linked.
Address: Via Pontaccio, 18.BassamFellows Gallery BassamFellows Lifestile Gallery opened in 2014 in one of the most beautiful areas of Milan, the Brera district, located in the historic center of the city. It is worth visiting at least because the famous Pinacoteca di Brera, the Academy of Fine Arts, the astronomical observatory and the botanical garden are just a stone's throw away. And, of course, you should take a look inside the gallery itself: it offers the widest selection of furniture and home accessories from the BassamFellows brand.
Address: Via Varese, 14.Carlo Moretti The Carlo Moretti factory was founded in 1958 by brothers Carlo and Giovanni Moretti. The company's specialization was initially defined as luxury glass products. Today, in the Milan showroom, opened in 2014 during the International Furniture Fair, you can find incredibly beautiful , glasses, dishes and sculptures made of glass.
Address: Via della Spiga, 48.BDDW In addition to Italian manufacturers, the Milan market is also being actively conquered by foreign brands. For example, recently the American furniture company BDDW opened its second store (and the first outside of New York) in this city. Here you will find the brand's calling card - wooden furniture, as well as textiles and accessories.
Address: Via Santa Marta, 21.Taschen We decided to dilute the company of designer showrooms with the Taschen bookstore. The famous German publishing house specializes in art albums and books about photography, cinema, music, design and architecture. Each book from this publishing house will not only be useful for designers and just art lovers, but will also undoubtedly decorate any bookshelf.
Address: Via Meravigli, 17.Rossana Orlandi Rossana Orlandi Gallery opened its doors in 2002 in a former tie factory. Today it is not just a showroom, but also a special self-sufficient world in which the famous gallery owner discovers new talents and gives them a ticket to the bright future of design. It is worth coming here, firstly, to admire the unusual and limited-edition items and accessories for the home, and secondly, not to miss the chance to talk to their authors, who can often be found near their exhibits.
Address: Via Matteo Bandello, 14/16.Minotti Cucinе Minotti Cucine is made of natural stone and minimalism in a genuine Italian interpretation. It is worth visiting at least to understand why many people are crazy about these kitchens. You are also guaranteed a shot of pure minimalism - the interior of the showroom is laconic to the point of impossibility. And almost every day during the exhibition week you will be able to talk here with the founder and owner of the brand - Alberto Minotti, a charismatic and amazingly talented person.
Address: Via Larga, 4.
What to see during Milan Design Week: 11 stores - etk-fashion.com
