Milano Design Week 2027 – Italy

• 11 de abril de 2027
  Fecha del evento:
• 17 de abril de 2027
  Final del evento:

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Milano Design Week 2027 – Italy is the largest and most influential design festival in the world, bringing together the global furniture industry, contemporary design culture and citywide creative experimentation. Expect a dual experience that combines the trade power of Salone del Mobile.Milano at Rho Fiera with the open, free and highly creative atmosphere of Fuorisalone spread across ten official design districts and over 1,000 independent events.

The week attracts more than 500,000 visitors including buyers, architects, interior designers, media, students and the general public. The atmosphere is intense, crowded and inspirational, with exhibitions ranging from luxury furniture launches to experimental installations by young designers, fashion brands presenting object collections and technology companies exploring design for everyday life. In the city, events are mostly free admission, while the main furniture fair requires a paid ticket. Evening openings, cocktail presentations and night installations transform Milan into a 24-hour design capital.

For professionals, the week offers unparalleled business opportunities, with over 2,300 exhibitors from more than 40 nations presenting new collections. For visitors, it offers the chance to see world premieres, meet designers and experience Milan’s historic palazzos, industrial spaces and showrooms transformed by design. The 65th edition introduces a major novelty, Salone Contract, with a masterplan by Rem Koolhaas and David Gianotten of OMA, focused on large-scale contract projects.

Fechas de los eventos

Fechas oficiales: April 11-17, 2027
Salone del Mobile.Milano: April 13-18, 2027 at Fiera Milano Rho
Fuorisalone: April 11-18, 2027 across the city
Página web: https://www.milanodesignweek.co/
Contacto: smart3@ccicolombia.com, Whatsapp (+57) 3125892799
Edición: 65th edition of Salone del Mobile.Milano

All events in town are generally free, while admission to Salone del Mobile is ticketed. Opening hours for Salone are 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM daily. Fuorisalone exhibitions typically open from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM with extended evening events until 10:00 PM or later in districts like Tortona and Brera.

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Lugar y lugar de exposición

Main Trade Venue: Fiera Milano Rho, Strada Statale del Sempione 28, 20017 Rho, Milan, Italy. Located approximately 15 kilometers northwest of central Milan, the Fuksas-designed Rho fairground is the home of Salone del Mobile since 2005. The complex offers vast pavilions, efficient logistics and direct metro and train connections.

Citywide Venue: Fuorisalone takes place across Milan’s historic center and design districts. No single ticket or location covers everything. Instead, the city becomes the venue, with exhibitions hosted in showrooms, palazzos, courtyards, warehouses, galleries and public spaces.

Key Districts Include:

• Brera Design District: The historic artistic heart with 217 permanent showrooms and more than 190 temporary exhibitors
• Distrito de Tortona: Home to Tortona Rocks, Superstudio Più, Superstudio 13 and Tortona Design Week
• 5VIE Art & Design: Centered at Palazzo Litta, Corso Magenta 24, focusing on collectible design and research
• Porta Venezia, Durini, Isola, Sarpi and other districts: Each with its own curated map, banners and signage guiding visitors from one event to the next

Programa completo de exposiciones

Salone del Mobile Programme: The international furniture fair showcases indoor and outdoor furniture, textiles, lighting, surfaces, office equipment, kitchens under EuroCucina, bathrooms under Salone del Bagno and lighting under Euroluce. The fair is structured for B2B, with manufacturers presenting new collections to architects, designers and buyers.

Fuorisalone Programme: Approximately 1,000 independent events, mostly exhibitions, installations, brand experiences and showroom presentations. Global brands outside the furniture sector participate heavily. Fashion houses such as Louis Vuitton and Hermès present object collections, while electronics brands such as Samsung and Huawei create experiential installations where design improves daily life.

New for This Edition: Salone Contract 2027 debuts as a dedicated platform for the contract market, where value lies in bringing together products, services, skills and management for large and complex projects. The masterplan by OMA creates a space where suppliers, clients and environment designers can meet and exchange knowledge on designing collective environments.

Collective Exhibitions: Major group shows include Superdesign Show, Isola Design Festival, Capsule Plaza, Design Variations, Fabbrica del Vapore and Alcova, each with an art director selecting projects for innovation or collectibility.

Artistas y diseñadores destacados

Established Brands: Previous editions have featured leading names such as Kartell, Artemide, Foscarini, Molteni&C, Flexform, Valcucine, Lualdi, Agape, Florim, Porcelanosa, Visionnaire, Geberit, Lexus, Hyundai, Toyota Industries Corporation, Lechler, DUXIANA and Switzerland Global Enterprise. These brands present full-scale installations and permanent showroom openings.

Young Designers: SaloneSatellite provides a platform for designers up to 35 years old, recognized as the world’s leading launchpad for emerging talent. Many now-famous designers debuted here.

Collectible and Research Design: Districts like 5VIE focus on collectible design and the relationship between contemporary practice and historic architecture, hosting experimental designers, artisans and independent studios.

Cross-Industry Creators: The programme includes fashion designers creating furniture, architects designing objects and technology companies collaborating with designers, reflecting the expanded definition of design that Fuorisalone promotes.

Galerías y expositores

Perfil del expositor: Around 2,300 exhibitors are expected, following the scale of recent editions which welcomed more than 302,000 visitors from 151 countries and 2,000 exhibitors from 40 nations. Exhibitors include furniture manufacturers, lighting companies, kitchen and bathroom specialists, textile producers, surface and material innovators and design galleries.

Showroom Network: Brera alone counts 217 permanent showrooms including recent openings such as Alea, Alvea, Annabel Karim Kassar, Casamance, CPRN, Dalfilo, Flobab Gallery, Kronospan and Verum, alongside temporary exhibitors such as Agape, Arpa, Molteni&C, Flexform, Lualdi, Valcucine, Marsotto and others.

Gallery Types: Exhibitors are divided between the Rho fairground for trade presentation and city showrooms for experiential brand worlds. Group exhibitions provide curated access for small brands and independent designers who might not have their own space.

Salas y secciones de exposiciones

At Rho Fiera:

• Salone Internazionale del Mobile: Main furniture sections
• International Furnishing Accessories Exhibition: Decorative objects and home accessories
• Euroluce: International lighting exhibition held in alternating years
• EuroCucina / FTK – Technology For the Kitchen: Kitchen furniture and built-in appliances
• Salone del Bagno: Bathroom furniture, sanitary ware and faucets
• SaloneSatellite: Dedicated to young designers and design schools
• Salone Contract: New section with OMA masterplan for contract and hospitality design

In the City:

• Brera: Luxury brands and permanent showrooms
• Tortona: Large-scale installations and experimental design
• 5VIE: Collectible and artisanal design in historic palazzos
• Isola: Emerging and independent design with circular economy focus
• Porta Venezia, Durini, Sarpi: Mixed programme of showrooms and temporary exhibitions

Charlas, talleres y eventos especiales

Design Talks: Daily conferences, panel discussions and keynote speeches by architects such as David Gianotten and designers from around the world. Topics include sustainability, material innovation, contract design, artificial intelligence in design and the future of living.

Talleres: Hands-on workshops for students and professionals on topics such as ceramics, textile weaving, 3D printing, sustainable materials and traditional craftsmanship reinterpreted through contemporary tools.

Eventos especiales: Evening cocktail receptions, press previews, DJ sets, brand launch parties and late-night openings. Many districts organize guided walks and curated trails. Triennale Milano hosts major exhibitions, installations and projects showcasing significant research in contemporary design.

Installations: Large-scale immersive installations in courtyards and public squares, including dreamlike landscapes, light installations and interactive experiences that blur the line between art and design.

Tipos de billetes

Fuorisalone Events: Most events in town are free admission. Some exhibitions or special installations may require online registration or limited admission. Registration can often be done directly on site. This includes all design districts, showrooms and collective exhibitions.

Salone del Mobile Tickets: Paid admission required for the furniture fair at Rho. Based on previous editions, pricing converted to USD is as follows. General public ticket was $32.40 per visitor. Professional and trade pre-registration tickets were $21.60 to $27.00. Student tickets were $10.80 to $16.20. Multi-day passes for the full fair duration were $86.40. Tickets for special Milan Design Week night events at venues such as Magazzini Generali were $36.29.

Business Mission Packages: International business missions organized by chambers of commerce, such as the Italian-Brazilian mission, were priced at $1,566.00 including guided visits, B2B meetings and access support. Prices are converted from EUR to USD and final pricing for the upcoming edition will be confirmed by the organizer.

Acceso VIP y coleccionista

Acreditación de prensa: Accredited journalists and bloggers receive priority entry to Salone del Mobile, access to press rooms, press kits and invitations to exclusive previews and press conferences. Application must be made through the official Salone del Mobile website.

Buyer Programme: ITA Agency – Italian Trade Agency organizes incoming delegations of foreign operators interested in Italian expertise. Profiles for delegates are available on dedicated platforms to request appointments. Dedicated B2B areas are set up at Rho.

Collector Previews: Collectible design districts such as 5VIE and Brera organize private previews for collectors, curators and VIP guests. Invitation is required and typically arranged through galleries or brands directly.

Evening VIP Events: Many brands host invitation-only dinners and cocktail receptions during Fuorisalone. Access is through personal invitation or professional networking.

Reglas del evento

Conducta profesional: Salone del Mobile is a trade fair. Professional attire is recommended. Some exhibitions may require covered shoulders or smart casual dress for evening events.

Política de identificación: Badges for Salone are personal and non-transferable. Security checks are conducted at Rho Fiera. Fuorisalone events may require separate registration, and some have capacity limits leading to queues.

Fotografía: Photography is generally allowed for personal use. Commercial photography, tripods and flash may be restricted in certain installations. Always check signage at each venue.

Queue Management: Milan Design Week events can be very crowded. Visitors should be prepared for long lines, especially for popular installations. Patience and comfortable footwear are essential. Many venues operate on a first-come, first-served basis.

Cómo llegar

To Rho Fiera: Fiera Milano Rho is directly connected to Milan’s public transport network. Take Metro Line 1 Red Line to Rho-Fiera Milano terminus. Travel time from central Duomo is approximately 30 to 40 minutes. Alternatively, Trenord regional trains from Milano Centrale, Milano Porta Garibaldi and other stations stop at Rho Fiera station. From Malpensa Airport, take Malpensa Express to Milano Centrale then metro or train to Rho.

To City Districts: All Fuorisalone districts are within central Milan and accessible on foot, by metro, tram or bus. Brera, 5VIE and Durini are walkable from Duomo. Tortona is accessible via Metro Line 2 to Porta Genova. Isola is accessible via Metro Line 5 to Isola station.

From Airports: From Linate Airport, take bus 73 to Duomo then metro. From Malpensa and Bergamo airports, shuttle buses connect to central Milan.

Transporte público y aparcamiento

Transporte público: Milan has an efficient public transportation network. Metro, buses and trams run from early morning around 6:00 AM to late evening around midnight. Trenord trains may have reduced evening runs around 10:30 PM to 11:00 PM. Visitors can pay with contactless cards or smartphones on all metro lines, buses and trams. Day passes and multi-day passes are recommended to save money. More information on tickets and subscriptions is available at atm.it. Trenord also has combined Trenord plus ATM tickets available through the Trenord app.

Precios de las entradas en USD: Based on previous ATM pricing, a single metro/bus/tram ticket was $2.38. A 24-hour pass was $7.56. A 48-hour pass was $13.50. A weekly pass was $18.90. All prices converted from EUR. Contactless payment is activated with each ride.

Aparcamiento: Parking in central Milan during Design Week is extremely difficult and expensive. Public transport is strongly recommended. At Rho Fiera, large parking areas are available for $16.20 to $27.00 per day. Car sharing services and taxis are available but can have very long waiting times during the week. There is no cheap ride-hailing app equivalent; Uber is available but not cheap.

Zonas de alojamiento

Centro de Milán: Most expensive during Design Week, almost unaffordable if not booked months in advance. Areas around Brera, Duomo and Porta Venezia are ideal for evening events but require early reservation. Prices during the week often triple, with standard hotels ranging from $270.00 to $540.00 per night.

Tortona y Navigli: Close to major exhibition areas, trendy and well-connected, with mid-range and boutique hotels ranging from $162.00 to $324.00 per night.

Isola and Garibaldi: Modern business district with good metro connections, slightly more affordable than historic center, with prices from $135.00 to $270.00 per night.

Outside Milan: To save costs, consider staying outside Milan in cities connected by train such as Bergamo, Pavia, Como or Brescia. On trenord.it you can find a map of all train connections in Lombardy. Trains are affordable and the public transport system is efficient. Staying outside the city can significantly reduce accommodation costs.

Comida y refrescos

At Rho Fiera: Multiple food courts, cafes and restaurants inside the fairground offer quick lunch options, coffee and international cuisine. Prices range from $10.80 for a sandwich to $27.00 for a full meal.

In the City: During Fuorisalone, Milan’s restaurants become very expensive and crowded. Pizza and takeaways can be a budget solution. In every district, cheaper options exist including panini bars, street food and aperitivo buffets. For aperitivo, many bars offer a drink plus buffet for $10.80 to $16.20.

District Highlights: Brera offers upscale design cafes and historic restaurants. Tortona has trendy bistros and food trucks during Design Week. Navigli area offers traditional Milanese cuisine and canalside dining. Apps and sites with budget food in Milan can help locate affordable options.

Accesibilidad

Rho Fiera: Fiera Milano Rho is fully accessible with step-free access, elevators, wide aisles and accessible restrooms throughout all pavilions. Reserved seating is available for presentations. Wheelchair rental and assistance can be requested in advance.

Fuorisalone: Accessibility varies by venue. Many historic palazzos and industrial spaces have limited accessibility due to stairs and uneven surfaces. Major districts like Brera and Tortona have improved access, but some temporary installations may be difficult for visitors with mobility requirements. Information desks at each district provide assistance and maps indicating accessible venues.

General Services: Public transport in Milan is generally accessible, with elevators at most metro stations. Contactless payment and multilingual information are available. For specific accessibility requests, contact the organizer via the official website.

Exposiciones imperdibles

Salone del Mobile Highlights: The 65th edition’s new Salone Contract area with OMA masterplan is expected to be a major draw, showcasing how contract design integrates products, services and management for large projects. Euroluce and EuroCucina sections will present cutting-edge lighting and kitchen innovations.

Trienal de Milán: During Design Week, Triennale Milano opens its spaces to a series of exhibitions, installations and projects showcasing significant research in contemporary design. Previous highlights included retrospectives dedicated to London-based duos and experimental material research.

5VIE at Palazzo Litta: From the historic palazzo on Corso Magenta, 5VIE brings installations and projects focused on collectible design, craftsmanship and the dialogue between contemporary design and historic architecture. Its courtyards host some of the most photographed installations of the week.

Superdesign Show and Tortona Rocks: In Tortona, Superdesign Show presents large-scale immersive installations by international brands, while Tortona Rocks offers a curated selection of innovative projects. These venues are known for spectacular scenography and experiential design.

Isola Design Festival: Focused on emerging designers, circular economy and community-driven design, Isola presents experimental projects in a former industrial neighborhood, offering a more alternative and grassroots perspective.

Aspectos destacados de años anteriores

The previous edition welcomed more than 302,000 visitors from 151 countries, with 2,000 exhibitors from 40 nations, confirming its role as the world’s leading furniture and design fair. The city hosted over 1,000 independent Fuorisalone events across ten districts, with an estimated total audience of around 500,000 including design students and the general public.

Key highlights included major installations by Lexus, Geberit, Hyundai and fashion brands expanding into object collections, alongside 217 permanent showrooms in Brera alone with nine new openings. Triennale Milano presented significant retrospectives and contemporary research exhibitions. The event demonstrated how Milan Design Week has evolved from a furniture trade fair into a global cultural platform where technology, fashion, art and social innovation converge.

Entradas oficiales

Fuorisalone: Free for events in town in general, with few exceptions. Some venues require free online registration via fuorisalone.it or individual brand websites. Check each district’s official programme for registration links.

Salone del Mobile: Paid admission required. Tickets must be purchased through the official Salone del Mobile.Milano website salonemilano.it. Professional operators, buyers and press must apply for accreditation in advance. Student tickets require valid student ID.

Official Contact: For general inquiries, business missions and exhibitor information, contact smart3@ccicolombia.com or Whatsapp (+57) 3125892799. For official programme, maps and registration, visit https://www.milanodesignweek.co/

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