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Tatler Asia
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
Milan Design Week 2025: 10 things we want in our homes
Monk chair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni&C Above Monk chair by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Molteni&C Designed in 1973 by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and last produced in 1990, the iconic Monk chair has reemerged with an exclusive re-edition as part of Molteni&C's Heritage Collection. Available as a versatile dining chair and an armchair for the living room or bedroom, Monk is characterised by a pared-down aesthetic and the expressive materiality of leather and wood. Read more: Molteni Mondo: Celebrating Molteni&C's 90th anniversary at P5 in Singapore Tiki lamps by Nao Tamura for Established and Sons Above Tiki lamps by Nao Tamura for Established and Sons The Tiki lamp stands out for its iconic shape that resembles a small bird delicately perching on a geometric form. Originally designed as a wired table lamp, it is now fully portable and chargeable, offering greater versatility and durability. Its bird-like form is aesthetically unique as it is interactive (you can adjust the brightness by gently rotating the bird's body)—a standout lighting piece or a sculptural design statement. Pivot d'Hermès side table by Tomás Alonso for Hermès Above Pivot d'Hermès side table by Tomás Alonso for Hermès Tomás Alonso's Pivot d'Hermès table from the Hermès 2025 home collection is a piece of art in its own right. Lacquered glass panels are painted in vibrant compositions, while the swivelling round tabletop is crafted in sugi (Japanese cedar) and curved using an ancient Japanese technique. Featuring an interplay of space and light, the contemplative piece will enhance the poetic vision of your home. In case you missed it: Milan Design Week 2025: Explore the new home collection by Hermès Orfeo lamp by Ettore Sottsass for Artemide Above Orfeo lamp by Ettore Sottsass for Artemide This suspension lamp designed in 1986 by Ettore Sottsass comprises four small conical shades arranged in sequence and supported by zigzag rods. Each cone is equipped with an LED source and a subtly recessed diffuser. Defined by sharp, dynamic lines, its distinctive geometric expression makes Orfeo not just a lighting fixture but an artistic centerpiece in any room. Kaleidoscope cabinet by Estúdio Campana for Louis Vuitton Above Kaleidoscope cabinet by Estúdio Campana for Louis Vuitton Interior designer Estúdio Campana's Kaleidoscope cabinet for Louis Vuitton showcases innovative materials and craftsmanship while pushing the boundaries of travel-themed design. This bold, vibrant blue version—one of eight one-off explorations displayed during Milan Design Week—boasts a creative blend of furniture and sculpture that transcends functionality. Fallen Empire table by Lara Bohinc for Serafini Above Fallen Empire table by Lara Bohinc for Serafini Drawing inspiration from the delicate beauty of stone structures in ruins that have withstood the passage of time, this round coffee table elegantly fuses the grandeur of ancient ruins with the sophistication of contemporary design. Embodying designer Lara Bohinc's signature design aesthetic—think: jagged edges reminiscent of ancient architectural ruins, and geometric elements inspired by arches and windows—the piece adds visual interest and character. Light, a bio-fuel oil lamp by Layer Above Light, a bio-fuel oil lamp by Layer Powered by a bio-fuel derived from algae, Layer's Light is a steadfast addition to your home. The body of the lamp is handcrafted from porous aluminium cast with salt crystals to minimise material usage while amplifying a single flame, creating textured patterns of light and shadow. Here, intriguing beauty and meditative resilience coexist. The Ode a la Nature Collection by Sam Baron for Dior Maison Above Glass vase by Sam Baron for Dior Designed by French designer Sam Baron and hand-blown by Italian artisan Massimo Lunardon, this limited edition vase—one of the three unveiled at Milan Design Week 2025 under the collection title Ode a la Nature—is a delicate feat of glass. Stemming from Christian Dior's fascination with botany and gardens, the elegant piece features a ribbed surface intertwined with petals on branches and has a timeless appeal. In case you missed it: Dior Maison's Cordelia de Castellane on her essentials for entertaining like the French Bangle Collection by AB Concept for Noritake Design Above Bangle Collection by AB Concept for Noritake Design A sculptural and refined tableware series inspired by contemporary fashion and natural textures, the Bangle Collection by AB Concept for Noritake Design will surely elevate the everyday dining experience. Each piece is crafted from high-quality porcelain, showcasing innovative design and technical precision.
Yahoo
27-01-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Salone del Mobile.Milano Planning Saudi Edition as Italian Design Firms Expand Retail Footprint
MILAN — With design firms like Poltrona Frau, Molteni&C and Fendi Casa pinpointing Saudi Arabia as a strategic market, it's no wonder leading design trade show Salone del is planning a Saudi Arabian edition of the fair, which could take place in the near term. On Monday, Salone del said it signed a memorandum of understanding with the Saudi Arabian Architecture and Culture Commission to promote a dialogue between Italy and Saudi Arabia in the worlds of design and architecture. The memorandum paves the way for a Saudi edition of Salone del A Saudi Arabian version of the furniture fair would be geared toward initiating cultural dialogue and propelling the work of young talents, a statement said. More from WWD Roberto Cavalli Picks New Home and Lifestyle Textile Licensee Keeping It Real: Retail Buyers Love the Elevated Everyday for Fall U.S. Retail Sales Projected to Increase by 4% in 2025, Reaching $5.2 Trillion Amid Economic Challenges 'The memorandum represents an extraordinary opportunity for Salone del to create a cultural and commercial bridge between Italy and Saudi Arabia. Through our collaboration, we aim to enhance Italian design and encourage a fruitful exchange of skills and creativity within the Saudi context,' Salone del president Maria Porro said. Porro revealed the initiative during the Italy-Saudi Arabian roundtable talks in the ancient city of Al-Ula that also welcomed Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Saudi Arabia's prime minister, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Said. According to FederlegnoArredo, the Italian federation of woodworking and furniture industries and Italian statistics bureau Istat, in 2023 Italian exports from the wood-furniture supply chain to Saudi Arabia totaled 247 million euros, up 2 percent from 2022. Italy is Saudi Arabia's number-two trade partner, after China, in terms of both wood-furniture and furniture imports. A significant number of Italian luxury furniture firms have recently invested in expanding their retail footprint in Riyadh, as the nation's design economy continues to grow. Last year, Fendi Casa opened a new flagship in Riyadh at the capital's upscale Tahlia Street in partnership with Dar Al Arkan Interiors, the kingdom's leading luxury branded furniture company, while Bari-based Natuzzi reopened its Riyadh store on King Fahd Road in July 2024. Tolentino-based Poltrona Frau's told WWD its Riyadh store opening is expected in May. Molteni&C also said a Riyadh opening is slated for later this year. At the time of the Fendi Casa opening, chief executive officer Alberto da Passano stressed the growth potential of the Saudi Arabian market, as luxury construction and the nation's real estate market continues to boom. 'Saudi Arabia is a key market… Riyadh, with its dynamic growth and evolving luxury landscape, represents a strategic opening for us,' said da Passano. 'By establishing our flagship boutique in this vibrant city, we will be able to connect directly with a sophisticated clientele that values the Fendi brand while further expanding our presence in a market with significant potential for future growth.' Design activations and initiatives represent a small but significant part of the Saudi government's strategy to drive the growth and diversification of its economy, as its government works toward several of its Vision 2030 goals, including increasing the private sector's contribution to gross domestic product to 65 percent and increasing the contribution of non-oil exports from 16 to 50 percent, among others. In parallel with retail expansion for European luxury brands in Saudi Arabia, the nation is also focusing more on growing its own design economy. Helped greatly by organizations like the arts and creative industries at the Royal Commission for Al-Ula and the establishment of the Ministry of Culture's Architecture and Design Commission in 2018, designers worldwide have been welcomed to Al-Ula to take part in the Arab nation's ongoing cultural renaissance. During Milan Design Week in 2024, Saudi Arabia's Arts and Creative Industries at the Royal Commission for the ancient city of Al-Ula exhibited prototypes from the inaugural Al-Ula Design Residency. The debut showcase included the work of French design collective Hall Haus; Leen Ajlan from Saudi Arabia; Bahraini–Danish, the architectural office with offices in Bahrain and Denmark, and Studio Leo Orta from France, as well as Studio Raw Material from India. In December, Federlegno Arredo president Claudio Feltrin said Saudi Arabia is one of the markets fueling the Italian design industry amid challenging times. 'Exports, especially to the U.S., United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia, and the flexibility and speed of our companies in repositioning themselves in new markets, is allowing us to hold up better than other production confederations amid dark times.' FederlegnoArredo has yet to report its final figures for 2024, but in 2023, the entire Italian wood-furnishings sector booked 52.6 billion euros in revenue with 10.8 billion euros generated from Lombardy alone. Aside from boosting employment, the wood-furniture supply chain has come together to innovate the sector's supply chain and create a circular economy as a united front. In Italy, the 63rd edition of Salone del and the 32nd edition of the Euroluce light exhibition will unfold April 8 to 13 at the city's Rho Fiera trade grounds. While Porro and her team hosted events in New York, Hong Kong and Shanghai last year, the last foreign edition of the fair took place at the Shanghai Exhibition Center before the COVID-19 pandemic and was envisaged as a showcase for Made in Italy products and the Italian way of living in Shanghai. It remains to be seen whether or not organizers will see the fair return to China.
