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Made in Milan: the New Face of Global Luxury
Milan Design Week 2025: Crafting the Future of Luxury Through Innovation, Resilience, and Timeless Style
Walking through the elegant exhibition halls of Fiera Milano Rho this April, one couldn’t help but feel the electric buzz of creativity that spreads across Milan Design Week. The 2025 edition, which took place from April 8–13, wasn’t just another furniture show, it was a great moment demonstrating Italian business excellence and innovation. This is particularly telling given that it is happening during a turbulent economic and geopolitical times.
Where Tradition Meets Tomorrow
Milan’s design heritage spans centuries, with the Salone del Mobile serving as its modern-day showcase since 1961. This year, the trade show capture visitors curiosity with installations that promoted creative styles while celebrating Italian craftsmanship traditions.
Robert Wilson’s immersive “Mother” installation at Castello Sforzesco was a showstopper, reimagining classical motifs through contemporary light and sound techniques. The piece transformed the historic space, creating a dialogue between past and present that left visitors mesmerized. Meanwhile, Euroluce 2025 (the lights installation project) brought together over 300 brands championing sustainable lighting solutions that drastically cut energy…