Showcases to see at Milan Design Week 2026 so far

DesignSingapore Council will return to Milan Design Week with Prototype Island, an exhibition curated by Hunn Wai exploring Singapore as a “living prototype nation”. Presented in the Brera Design District, it will showcase speculative design ideas addressing care, technology and cultural heritage. 

In cases you missed it: Highlights from Singapore’s showcase at Milan Design Week 2025

Miu Miu returns with its Literary Club, Politics of Desire, a three-day programme of talks and readings exploring sexuality, consent and self-determination through the works of Annie Ernaux and Ama Ata Aidoo.

ClassiCon debuts Porto-based Singaporean designer Gabriel Tan’s Soft Stone Sofa, a modular system of asymmetrical upholstered forms inspired by stone terraces and Noguchi, balancing sculptural geometry with soft, tactile comfort.

The 64th Salone del Mobile will introduce Salone Raritas, a new curated platform showcasing rare design icons, limited editions and collectible pieces from 25 exhibitors. 

Jaipur Rugs will unveil Faces, a 16-piece rug collection with architect Kengo Kuma inspired by the layered facades of his buildings, presented at the Crespi Bonsai Museum.

Baccarat presents Crystal Crypt, an immersive installation in Brera reimagining its heritage through scenography, sound and light, alongside new pieces including Bethan Laura Wood’s Mille Fleurs chandelier.

Liebherr will unveil a pop-up Experience Showroom at Hotel Rosa Grand, presenting new fully integrated refrigeration appliances and French-door models under the theme Moments to Savour. 

At Villa Necchi Campiglio, Gaggenau will present Presence, an architectural installation exploring space, light and material created with architectural firm 1zu33, with culinary creations by chef Tohru Nakamura. 

Fornasetti will unveil a restyled Milan flagship designed with Tutto Bene, hosting a floral residency by Fjura and debuting new collections including rugs with CC-Tapis. 

Fisher & Paykel presents Nature—Ritual at EuroCucina showcase at Salone del Mobile, an immersive installation conceived as a forest-like oasis, exploring nature-led design alongside new integrated appliance launches.

At Artemest’s L’Appartamento in Palazzo Donizetti, David Rockwell presents Bacchanalia: A Ritual in Pleasure, a theatrical dining room inspired by ancient Roman triclinia and the exuberant spirit of Naples. 

Ikea presents Food For Thought at Spazio Maiocchi, an interactive exhibition exploring food rituals through immersive installations, live cooking and a first look at a new flagship collection.

Visionnaire will preview new pieces, including Mauro Lipparini’s sculptural Bloomington armchair below, translating emotional narratives into collectible furniture. 

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