milan Design Week 2025, held April 7-13, was a global design festival that brought together designers and brands from around the world to showcase the fusion of design, technology, and emotion.

with ‘Connected Worlds’ as its main theme, the week featured human-centered wellness design, soft and warm minimalism, and the connection between the digital and physical worlds.

across Milan, the world’s largest furniture fair, Salone del Mobile, was held in conjunction with various Fuorisalone exhibitions throughout the city.

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[Designer’s Favorite Exhibitions 5]

1. rosana Orlandi Gallery – RoCollectible 2025: An exhibition of colorful objects and experimental design, from emerging designers to established artists.

2. diMoremilano x Loro Piana – La Prima Notte di Quiete: Classic fabrics and sensual furnishings combine in a fantastical space decorated like a scene from a movie.

3. marimekko x Laila Gohar – All the Things We Do in Bed: An immersive bedroom installation using a theater space, featuring vibrant colors and patterns.

4. issey Miyake x Atelier Oi – TYPE-XIII: A light installation that explores the flexibility of fashion. an artistic approach where a piece of fabric becomes light.

5. loewe – The Teapot Project: A collection of teapots reinterpreted by artists from around the world, expressing the multi-layered language of craft and design.

the keyword running through the week is ‘slow modernism’. design currents that emphasized depth over speed and the intrinsic appeal of materials over exaggerated ornamentation were prominent.

mocha stone, a material that received particular attention, is emerging as a trend that can be applied to interiors, as its naturally occurring textures and colors perfectly align with the philosophy of slow modernism.

milan Design Week 2025 was more than just a presentation of trends, it was a chance to ask deep questions about the stories we tell in the spaces we live in.