Milan Design Week 2025 offered a wealth of inspiration, but for those who appreciate interiors with soul and craftsmanship, certain pieces stood out. This is a personal selection of brands and objects that caught my eye — each a refined blend of artistry, materiality and emotion, and all available to shop now!
1. Georgia Sofa — Aline Asmar d’Amman
Sensual, sculptural and poetic — the Georgia Sofa pays tribute to artist Georgia O’Keeffe with three petal-shaped, rotating seats. A beautiful example of furniture as a storytelling medium.
Where to shop: The Invisible Collection
2. Hand-painted Tableware — Laboratorio Paravicini
Whimsical, timeless, and unmistakably personal. Each ceramic piece is hand-painted in Paravicini’s Milanese workshop. The full collection brings charm and creativity to the table.
Where to shop: paravicini.it
3. ‘Life is a Long Song’ Lamps — GIOPAGANI
Part of a lyrical collection of Venetian glass lighting, this piece shimmers with blown-glass inclusions and brass details. The entire range evokes a dreamy, vintage-infused mood.
Where to shop: Artemest
4. Fratelli Tosi Mirrors
Handcrafted in Murano using centuries-old techniques, these ornate mirrors exude Venetian grandeur. A statement piece steeped in heritage.
Where to shop: fratellitosi.com
5. Aina Kari Candlesticks
Bold yet refined, these Murano glass candlesticks merge traditional glassblowing with sculptural form. They’re objects of light and personality.
Where to shop: aina-kari.com
6. ‘141’ Light by Bocci
For Bocci’s 20th anniversary, this new light celebrates spontaneity. Formed by pouring molten glass over curved metal, each piece becomes a soft, flowing sculpture of its own.
Where to shop: bocci.com
7. Outdoor & Nautical Collection — Exteta x Riva
Inspired by the elegance of Riva yachts, this outdoor collection channels maritime sophistication in wood, leather, and chrome. The full range reflects Italian luxury at sea and on land.
Where to shop: exteta.it
8. Minotti
The 2025 collection features five standout seating systems by names like Nendo, GamFratesi, and Hannes Peer. Soft curves, bold geometry and sophisticated upholstery — this is Minotti at its most refined.
Where to shop: minotti.com
9. Accessories by Lorenzi Milano
A showcase of artisanal Italian luxury. From grooming kits to desk objects, every item is crafted in rare woods, horn, and leather. The entire collection is a lesson in refinement.
Where to shop: lorenzi-milano.com
10. Shell Chair #2 — Etienne Marc for Nilufar
This ceramic chair is both sculpture and seat — organic, expressive and quietly powerful. An editioned piece worth collecting.
Where to shop: nilufar.com
11. Rugs by Tatiana de Nicolay x Jaipur Rugs
A tactile dialogue between French artistry and Indian craftsmanship. These hand-knotted rugs feel fresh yet timeless — and deserve a place in any layered interior.
Where to shop: jaipurrugs.com
12. Molteni&C
Molteni&C’s 2025 collection embraces the essence of quiet luxury. Defined by muted tones, sophisticated materials and architectural clarity, the collection exemplifies how design can be both powerful and understated. Featured designers include Vincent Van Duysen, Christophe Delcourt, GamFratesi, and Tobia Scarpa.
Where to shop: molteni.it or in-store.
Each of these collections left a lasting impression, capturing the essence of Milan Design Week’s focus on thoughtful design and emotional depth. I hope they inspire you as much as they did me.
