Kvadrat arrives at Salone del Mobile 2026 With three Installations that intertwine textile research, art and design

On the occasion of Salone del Mobile 2026, Kvadrat presents in Milan a series of projects that intertwine textile research, art, and design, transforming its showroom into a space of perceptual and narrative experimentation.

The main project is In Rainbows, an immersive installation by color designer Giulio Ridolfo, which reimagines the environment as a kind of refuge made of textiles, floral compositions, and soundscapes. The space thus becomes a temporary architecture where color is not just decoration, but a living, moving presence.

The palette developed by Ridolfo draws inspiration from the botanical world: deep neutrals coexist with more intense colors that recall the tones of plants and flowers, creating a rich yet balanced chromatic range. Textile surfaces and natural elements interact with each other, creating an atmosphere that changes depending on the light and the perception of those who experience it.

At the center of the installation is Twisted Flower, a new upholstery fabric developed together with Dutch weaver Frans Dijkmeijer. The structure originates from a technique rediscovered in his archive and reinterpreted for industrial production. The fabric combines a monochromatic yarn with a twisted two-tone thread, creating a dynamic and slightly irregular surface.

The result is a vibrant chromatic effect that evokes the simple gesture of twirling a flower between the fingers. Additionally, at Triennale Milano, Kvadrat dedicates an exhibition to Frans Dijkmeijer, presenting for the first time part of his textile archive. Samples, yarns, and notes tell the story of one of the most refined European designers, whose approach combined technical rigor with artistic sensitivity.

At the same time, in Kvadrat's showroom, the Swedish brand Magniberg presents What Money Can Buy, a pop-up conceived as a true living store. The installation recreates a complete domestic space in which new products, iconic pieces, and objects developed with the design collective NM3 are displayed in use and made directly purchasable.

In this context, Kvadrat's project at Salone del Mobile 2026 becomes a way to showcase textiles not just as material, but as a language capable of building atmospheres, spaces, and evocative narratives.