The map of Milan Design Week 2021
Your guide to the great return of the Fuorisalone
Art & Design
September 3rd, 2021
September 3rd, 2021
Before being the city of fashion, Milan is the city of design. The Salone del Mobile and its twin, the Fuorisalone, are two city events as much linked to Milanese public life as the feast of Sant'Ambrogio. And that's why, with the lockdown of 2020, the lack of Design Week had made itself felt a lot. But the city immediately ran for cover and brought back not a normal Salone del Mobile but a Supersalone from 4 to 10 September, curated by Stefano Boeri. Obviously the Supersalone will be accompanied by the highly anticipated Fuorisalone 2021 – whose program will be less populated by parties and huge gatherings as in the past, but which is rich enough in events, exhibitions and showrooms to keep the most avid lovers of Italian design busy.
For this year, the Supersalone will also open its doors to the public and, before the official Salone del Mobile in April, which this year will celebrate its sixtieth anniversary, will change the classic format of the exhibition fair with a new model of organization: circularity and safety will be the fundamental guidelines of an event, which however wants to transform the traditional schedule of the event-salon with lounge, areas dedicated to historical study curated by ADI Design Museum and a public talk program, but also with the replacement of the closed pavilion with a system of open modular walls that create paths and interconnections between the various products and projects presented. The final appearance of the exhibition will therefore be similar to that of a library and will also include the possibility of purchasing the products on display. The event will also be phygital, with a dedicated digital platform that will act as an online catalog of the event, which can be consulted via QR Code.
This is why nss magazine wanted to draw up a map of the Design Week 2021, in which all the most interesting events, the most creative exhibitions and also the locations where you can spend relaxing, listening to music and having a drink when you are tired of walking are reported.
| Mostre, Showroom & Talks | |
| Saturday 4 September | |
 | Vico Magistretti. Architetto Italiano @ Triennale An exhibit about the work of iconic designer Vico Magistretti.
When: 4/9/2021 - 12/9/2021 Where: Viale Emilio Alemagna, 6 Opening time: 11:00 - 22:00 |
 | DESIGN ITALY - "La materia diventa Design" The innovation of materials and production processes to create groundbreaking design objects. When: from 4/10/2021 Where: Via Vincenzo Monti, 12 |
 | Gruppo CAP @ RoGUILTLESSPLASTIC 2021 Furniture and fountains in recycled plastic from the expired food packs and bioenergy from the food waste of Milano Ristorazione.
When: 4/9/2021 - 12/9/2021 Where: Via San Vittore 21 |
 | Borbonese - Salone del Mobile 2021
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 | Daytona Showroom Daytona's debut at Milan Design Week with a new showroom When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Alberico Albricci, 9 Opening time: 10:00 - 19:00 |
 | Interni Creative Connections @ Università degli Studi Installations inside the courtyard of Università degli Studi of Milan When: 4/9/2021 - 19/9/2021 Where: Via Festa del Perdono, 7 Opening time: 10:00 - 22:00 |
 | Interni Creative Connections @ Orto Botanico di Brera Art Installations inside the Botanical Garden of Brera Academy When: 4/9/2021 - 12/9/2021 Where: Via Privata Fratelli Gabba 10 Opening time: 10:00 - 22:00 |
 | Saucony Originals - The Open Air Wall by EricsOne Presentatation of the mural art commissioned by Saucony to celebrate the anniversary of Shadow 6000. When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Corso Garibaldi 71 |
 | "Easy Breezy" by Yi Yang @ WeMove Lab An exhibition of graphic novel tables by artist Yi Yang. On 5 September there will be a book signining with the author from 17:00 to 19:00.
When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Ripa di Porta Ticinese, 45 |
 | Abet Laminati @ ADI Design Museum "SuperSuperfici, the spirit of Memphis reloaded" An exhibit that explores what it means to be radical today When: 4/9/2021 - 24/9/2021 Where: Piazza Compasso d'Oro, 1 Opening time: 10:30 - 20:00 |
 | Rossana Orlandi Gallery The most famous design showroom in Milan opens to the public.
When: 4/9/2021 - 12/9/2021 Where: Via Matteo Bandello, 14 |
 | Artigianato Coreano 2021: All about Attitude An exhibit about the new ethics and social practices of contemporary Korean craftmanship When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Corso Magenta, 24 Opening time: 10:00 - 20:00 |
 | Fornasetti. Contemporary Antiquity. The classical imagery of Fornasetti encounters modern interior design sensibilities.
When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Corso Venezia, 21A Opening time: 10:00 - 20:00 |
 | Haier - Home of the Future "Connected to the Extraordinary" A 400mq futuristic house with an interconnected ecosystem of appliances governed by AI When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Tortona, 27/bis Opening time: 11:00 - 21:00 |
 | DESIGN R/EVOLUTION @ SUPERSTUDIO PIÙ A series of exhibitions that include a Lamborghini installations by Carlo Ratti.
When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Tortona 27 Opening time: 11:00 - 21:00 |
 | Mosca Partners - Design Variations 2021 An international exhibit with installations and design objects in Palazzo Litta When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Corso Magenta, 24 |
 | "Houseboat" by Lucio Micheletti w/ Rubner Haus An installation that celebrates man's relationship with nature and proposes a new concept of living at sea as an example of sustainable lifestyle When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via San Vittore, 21 Opening time: 10:00 - 20:00 |
 | Nitto - "Search for Light" Japanese manufacturer Nitto and architect Kaoru Mende created a labyrinth to show visitors Nitto's new light control technlogy Raycrea. When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Tortona, 32 Opening time: 10:00 - 20:00 |
 | "SPAZIO MENTALE = AMBIENTE" by Federico Clapis The new personal exhibit by Italian artist Federico Clapis When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Pietro Maroncelli, 14 Opening time: 10:00 - 19:00 |
 | DIN by Konstantin Grcic meets Luigi Ghirri – Between the Lines An exhibit curated by Sarah Cosulich with works from the collection of Mutina's CEO, Massimo Orsini, in the showroom designed by Patricia Urquiola. When: 4/9/2021 - 23/9/2021 Where: Via Cernaia, 1/A Opening time: 10:00 - 19:00 |
 | MOOOI "Beauty Blooms" Presentation of the Hortensia Chair by Andres Reisinger and Júlia Esqué. When: 4/9/2021 - 6/9/2021 Where: Via Rivoli, 2 Opening time: 10:00 - 19:00 |
 | Six Milano / Galleria "Mezzoterra Mezzomare" by Michelangelo Pistoletto Two art installations from a project by Michelangelo Pistoletto in collaboration with Juan E. Sandoval When: 4/9/2021 - 12/9/2021 Where: Via Scaldasole, 7 Opening time: 11:00 - 19:30 |
 | "Materiorama" by Constance Guisset An installation that celebrates and puts in dialogue the material system and the color palettes of the Fenix group brands When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Quintino Sella 1 Opening time: 9:00 - 13:00 / 14:00 - 18:00 |
 | Pianca & Partners - "Emerging Lines" An exhibition dedicated to the work of 3 young talents: Giuseppe Arezzi, Maddalena Selviniand Flatwig Studio When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via di Porta Tenaglia 7N3 Opening time: 10:00 - 21:00 |
 | Timothy Oulton by Nomad Selection A new space that will serve both as an exhibition space with light solutions and furniture and a location for events. When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Pontaccio 19 Opening time: 10:00 - 21:00 |
 | "Natural Capital" by CRA - Carlo Ratti Associati Carlo Ratti designs an installation in Brera Botanical Garden When: 4/9/2021 - 9/9/2021 Where: Via Brera, 28 |
 | Bodyfriend: Today No Curves An immersive experience in the concept of mindfullness, or the fullness of "living" and awareness of oneself and one's body. When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Manzoni, 43 Opening time: 10:00 - 20:00 |
 | Alpha District - Hysteria Nine designers reinterpret the social history of hysteria through their work. When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Piazza Gino Valle Opening time: 10:00 - 19:00 |
 | Stone Island Prototype Research_series 05 Copper Nanotechnology On Raso. A show that will recount the research and developement of Stone Island's cutting edge technical processess. When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Savona, 54 Opening time: 10:00 - 19:00 |
 | Paul & Shark x Queebo An installation by Stefano Giovannoni in the windows of Paul & Shark's store. When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Monte Napoleone, 16 Opening time: 11:00 - 19:00 |
 | FREITAG x Circle "Ad Absurdum" The Freitag archive becomes a mean of interpretation of consumer behavior in modern society. When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Achille Maiocchi, 7 Opening time: 10:00 - 19:00 |
| Sunday 5 September | |
 | KALEIDOSCOPE Office Goals @ Spazio Maiocchi A public talk between curator Hans Ulrich Obrist and architect Valerio Olgiati followed by a music performance When: 5/9/2021 Where: Via Achille Maiocchi, 7 Opening time: 16:30 |
 | Gucci Cartoleria
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 | Ikea "Temporary Home" @ BASE Milano
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 | Gufram SUPER PRATONE 2021 Gufram celebrates one of the icons of Italian design with an installation that reproduces the famous Pratone designed by Ceretti, Derossi and Rosso in '71. When: 5/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Piazza San Fedele |
 | Hermès Home @ La Pelota When: 5/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 |
 | Valentino Act Collection Installation A special installation inspired by the theater and by the brand's FW21 show in Valentino's boutique. When: 5/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Monte Napoleone, 20 |
 | Valentino Takeover @ Via Dei Giardini Newsstand Valentino transforms the newsstand in Via dei Giardini with photos of the new campaign and with the preview of the book "VLogo Signature Vol. II". When: 5/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via dei Giardini 1 |
 | Interni Creative Connections @ Audi City Lab An exhibit about the innovation of new Audi automotives When: 5/9/2021 - 27/9/2021 Where: Via della Spiga, 26 Opening time: 10:00 - 22:00 |
 | IED @ Supersalone – “The Lost Graduation Show” by Anniina Koivu 170 progetti di studenti IED provenienti da tutta Europa esposti al Supersalone When: 5/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Arena padiglione 4 - Supersalone Rho - Fiera Milano |
 | Issey Miyake - In the Making A project that explores the manufacturing processess of the brand's clothing.
When: 5/9/2021 - 19/9/2021 Where: Via Bagutta, 12 Opening time: 10:00 - 19:00 |
 | Ecal x Muji: Compact Life A collection of housewares designed to make everyday life easier.
When: 5/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Torino 22 Opening time: 11:00 - 19:00 |
 | Savona 18 Suites “Objets” by Elad Yifrach & Lito Karakostanoglou Art objects inside an exclusive boutique hotel with an olfactory ambience by Campomarzio70 and special cocktails When: 5/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Savona, 18 |
 | Rick Owens - Dialog With Emerging Italian Designers The exhibition will put the design works of Rick Owens' atelier in dialogue with those made by contemporary Italian sculpturalì design artists. When: 5/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Cesare Balbo, 32 |
 | AQVA by Artemest An exhibit of artworks and design pieces connected by the theme of water When: 5/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Senato 22 Opening time: 11:00 - 20:00 |
 | Marsell - "Fluid Crust Surgery" by Raquel Quevedo An organic performance installation by the artist Raquel Quevedo in collaboration with Etage Gallery and Quei Studio. When: 5/9/2021 - 19/9/2021 Where: Via Privata Rezia, 2 Opening time: 10:00 - 13:00 / 15:00 - 19:00 |
 | "Mass" Collection Presentation by Agglomerati Studio & Fred Ganim Agglomerati Studio presents its new stone furniture collection When: 5/9/2021 - 12/9/2021 Where: Via Marco Aurelio, 21 |
 | Paola Zani presents "Igea" Sofa by Maddalena Casadei The presentation of a new modular couch by Maddalena Casadei. When: 5/9/2021 - 12/9/2021 Where: Via Marco Aurelio, 21 |
 | Nilufar @ ALCOVA Brassless curated by Studio Vedèt An exhibition that explores the meaning and potential of materials, staging 11 projects that investigate the physical and visual properties of matter. When: 5/9/2021 - 12/9/2021 Where: Via Simone Saint Bon, 1 Opening time: 11:00 - 19:00 |
 | Mingardo / A Flame for Research - Ten Candleholders to Fight Cancer Daniele Mingardo, from the homonymous metallic carpentry, has invited ten internationally acclaimed designers to support the Mario Negri pharmacological research institute IRCC. When: 5/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Piazza Luigi Vittorio Bertarelli, 4 Opening time: 10:00 - 18:00 |
 | Potocco @ Supersalone / Tale of Objects Keel collection, designed by Mario Ferrarini and Victor Vasilev, presented in an installation designed by the artistic director Chiara Andreatti. When: 5/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Rho, Hall 4 Stand K03 Opening time: 10:00 - 19:00 |
 | Potocco @ Mo. 1950 Pieces from the new collection, Tibes chair by Gregorio Facco, Intreccio table by Nava + Arosio, Velis chair by Mario Ferrarini. When: from 5/9/2021 Where: via Molino delle Armi, 14 Opening time: 10:00 - 18:00 |
 | "Present Continuous" by Simple Flair w/ Lapalma The opening of "riviera - creative space" with an installation curated by Simple Flair. When: 5/0/2021 - 29/9/2021 Where: Via Gorani, 4 Opening time: 10:00 - 18:00 |
 | BP+P Boffa Petrone & Partners / HANG. Seeding the future A site-specific installation dedicated to the world of soilless crops as a response to the alarming scenario that is characterizing our time with a program of daily talks by Oscar Farinetti (7/09, h. 18:00), Leonardo Caffo (8/09, h 18:00) and Eugenio Cesaro (9/09, h 18:00) When: 5/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Tortona 21 Opening time: 10:00 - 19:00 |
 | Vivienne Westwood / "Orbital" by Michele Chiossi An investigation of the artist on the Orb, the logo of Vivienne Westwood, as a symbol of history projected into the future that in the works of Michele Chiossi becomes a capacitor of possible meanings. When: 5/9/2021 - 18/9/2021 Where: Corso Venezia, 25 Opening time: 10:30 - 19:00 |
 | BARATTO Exhibition A pavilion at BASE Milano with artist's live-working, takeovers and a series of works from indipendent creatives. When: 5/9/2021 - 12/9/2021 Where: Via Bergognone, 34 |
 | Alpha District - "Cattedrali" Exhibition An open air exhibition that re-imagines the idea of public spaces. When: 5/9/2021 - 12/9/2021 Where: Piazza Gino Valle |
| Monday 6 September | |
 | Ermenegildo Zegna x Riva 1920 An installation of the brand's boutique with a selection of garments from the #UseTheExisting line, exhibited together with some eco-natural living elements of Riva 1920, in Kauri wood. When: from 6/9/2021 |
 | Simone Guidarelli x Officinarkitettura® "Walldesign" Together with Officinarkitettura® and Matrix, designer Simone Guidarelli presents his Walldesign collection. Invitation only. When: 6/9/2021 Where: Corso Venezia, 7 Opening time: 10:00 - 23:00 |
 | AMDL CIRCLE – ARCHITECTURE IS NOT ENOUGH Installations and furniture dedicated to the design of tomorrow's spaces. When: 6/9/2021 - 12/9/2021 Where: Via Varese 15 Opening time: 10:00 - 18:00 |
 | 40 years of Galleria Rossella Colombari The prestigious international design gallery opens its doors to the public on the occasion of its anniversary.
When: 6/9/2021 - 11/9/2021 Where: Via Pietro Maroncelli 10 Opening time: 11:00 - 19:00 |
 | "Welcome" Collection Launch w/ Philippe Starck The launch of the collection designed by French industrial architect/designer Philippe Starck for Lualdi. When: 6/9/2021 Where: Foro Buonaparte 74 |
| Tuesday 7 September | |
 | Sunnei / Unveiling of installation by NM3
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 | Nilufar Depot An eclectic selection of curated projects, installations and unique pieces to tell the beauty of design and contemporary art. When: from 7/9/2021 Where: Viale Vincenzo Lancetti, 34 Opening time: 10:00 - 19:00 |
 | Nilufar Gallery @ Via della Spiga Exhibitions and works by Bethan Laura Wood, Audrey Large, Analogia Project, Filippo Carandini. When: from 7/9/2021 Where: Via della Spiga, 32 Opening time: 10:00 - 19:30 |
| Wednesday 8 September | |
 | Janus et Cie Serengeti Collection by Philippe Starck
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 | Esperienza Sensoriale Olfattiva w/ Omnia Profumi An olfactory experience with Omnia Profumi inside an historical Milanese tram. Invitation only.
When: 8/9/2021 Where: Piazza Castello, 2 Opening time: 17:30 - 18:00 (1st slot) 18:00 - 18:30 (2nd slot) |
| Thursday 9 September | |
 | Ro Plastic Prize 2021 - Award Ceremony The award ceremony for the responsible innovation competition launched by Rossana Orlandi. With the Las Tejedoras group and their hand-crafted recycled carpet. When: 9/9/2021 Where: Via San Vittore, 21 |
| Friday 10 September | |
 | Puma/AC Milan - "She Moves Us - The Workshop" The young designers from the Milan universities will be the main characters of an exclusive workshop managed by PUMA and AC Milan that - with the help of the PUMA creators - will reinterpret the club colors for the creation of unique items. Informations here.
When: 10/9/2021 Where: Via Aldo Rossi, 8 Opening time: 10:00 - 19:00 |
 | "Bodypack" By Stefano Boeri Interiors x Nava Design Milano The new collection by Nava Design Milano in collaboration with Stefano Boeri Interiors. Invitation only. When: 10/9/2021 Where: Piazza Compasso d'Oro 1 Opening time: 18:00 - 21:00 |
 | STOKKE TRIPP TRAPP® An installation for both children and parents in the playing area of the Indro Montanelli Gardens. With a program of activities with Uniqlo that you can find here. When: 10/9/2021 - 12/0/2021 Where: Parco Indro Montanelli (near the Corso Venezia gate) |
| Saturday 11 September | |
 | XL EXTRALIGHT® / "Mushroom" Stool Presentation Presentation of the first prototype of the MUSHROOM stool, designed by the company's team led by Carlo Vecchiola together with the brand's art director Matteo Ragni. Invitation only. When: 11/9/2021 Where: Via Andrea Ponti, 4 Opening time: 16:00 - 20:00 |
| Party & Drinks | |
| Saturday 4 September | |
 | Palinurobar / "Wine and other cultures" A ceramic collection by Roberto Aponte inside a wine bar with curated drink list, kitchen and indipendent magazines. When: from 4/9/2021 Where: Via Giovanni Paisiello, 28 Opening time: 18:00 - 1:00 |
 | Restart - Dj Ralf feat. Orchestra Sinfonica Music and drinks in the Castello Sforzesco When: 4/9/2021 Where: Piazza Castello Opening time: 20:30 - 24:00 |
 | True to Food Garden Show A showroom that hosts a botanical installation, a pop-up farm market, showcooking and tastings. When: 4/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Manzoni, 47 Opening time: 10:00 - 21:00 |
 | Heineken® Greener Bar Beers everyday in a completely sustainable concept-bar with appointments and talks every day starting at 18:00 When: 4/9/2021 - 12/9/2021 Where: Corso Venezia, 16 |
| Sunday 5 September | |
 | Giardino Ventura - DESIGN AD-VENTURES An open garden with workshop, exhibits, street food and music When: 5/9/2021 - 10/9/2021 Where: Via Privata Giovanni Ventura 12 Opening time: 19:00 - 23:30 |
| Friday 8 September | |
 | Italian Riviera Glamour Night A night at Officina Milano with Portofino Dry Gin and a DJ Set by Apple Jack. RSVP is mandatory by Semptember 7th. When: 8/9/2021 Where: Via Giovenale 7 Opening time: 19:00 - 24:00 |
