2024 Milan Furniture Fair Review
A summary of the Milan Furniture Fair's 62nd edition — underscoring its role as the linchpin of the global design calendar.
Record-Breaking Event
Set in the expansive halls of Milan’s Rho Fiera, the furniture industry's premier design fair showcased a broad spectrum of innovations. Characterised by their creativity, functionality and cutting-edge technology. With themes like sustainable excellence and emotional resonance, the event served as a vital dialogue among creators, brands, and the wider furnishing ecosystem.
"The 62nd edition has shattered records, attracting 361,417 attendees. It stands as a definitive global event, enhancing the competitiveness of essential economic sectors and establishing intercontinental connections."
– Maria Porro, President of the Salone del Mobile
Cattelan Italia: Reinventing Contemporary Design
Cattelan Italia showcased "A New Contemporary" collection, which is practically a manifesto for the brand’s evolving aesthetic. A distinct visual language Cattelan Italia's known for — blending iconic design with innovative construction and the finest materials. Bridging traditional Italian craftsmanship and contemporary design sensibilities.
Monolithic Ceramic Tables: Crafted entirely from ceramic, the Napoleon and Rado Tables offer a sleek, unified material effect. An opulent minimalism that also accentuates the tables' sculptural qualities.
The Napoleon's monolithic form creates a bold effect emphasising purity
Papel Table: Inspired by the fluidity of ocean waves, this table uses precision-shaped metal to create a dynamic, multi-faceted form. The introduction of the Oxygrey finish adds a nuanced, oxidized iron look, enhancing its textural appeal.
The new Papel family of tables feature a glass, ceramic or wooden top
Greta Dining Chair: Features a floating backrest designed as a curved, contoured cylinder that seamlessly transitions into comfortable upholstered armrests, offering both support and style.
Soft upholstered elements juxtapose with metallics in an interplay of contrasts
Driade: Architectural Grandeur and Functional Art
Driade returned with a significant architectural installation designed by Fabio Novembre. The space, flanked by two enormous statues of Venus, was a nod to Ancient Greece's Caryatids. Serving as an "Aesthetic Laboratory", its imposing architectural structure embodied the brand's essence of research and experimentation. In that quintessentially avant-garde fashion that keeps Driade at the forefront of design innovation.
Freeze Me Sideboard: Designed by Nika Zupanc, this sideboard pairs with a mirror to explore the concept of frozen motion, blending functionality with a pop-art aesthetic.
A fascinating design element combining whimsical elegance with functionality
Marbel Collection: Polished, marble-like upholstered furniture that transforms functional pieces into works of art. Reflecting Fabio Novembre’s flair for dramatic and elegant design that challenges traditional notions of form and materiality.
Upholstered furniture that playfully evokes the precious stone
Shape Sideboard: This piece revisits ancient architectural elements with a modern twist. Using oversized moldings and frames to create a bold, contemporary statement.
Reinterprets mouldings of architectural orders that shaped the ancient world
LAGO: Venetian Inspirations for Modern Living
LAGO, in collaboration with designer Monica Armani, unveiled the Collezione Venezia — inspired by the historic and architectural richness of Italy's most opulent city. LAGO also introduced the Good House project at their stand, transforming their exhibition spaces through minimised waste and environmentally compensatory materials. Reflecting the brand's steadfast commitment to the circular economy.
Altana Sofa: This modular sofa system, inspired by Venetian rooftops, combines sleek, tapered lines with soft, inviting cushions. Presenting a blend of traditional craftsmanship and refined modern aesthetics.
Modular sofa system inspired by Venetian rooftops
NOW Kitchen Storage System: Minimalist, architectural design offering a sleek, uninterrupted appearance — without the typical visual interruptions of hardware. Further enhanced by integrated lighting, highlighting the contents while adding a warm, inviting glow to your kitchen.
Iridescent shades and handle-less design enhance its smooth finish
Alberoni Table: Named after a Venetian beach, this table revisits the round table archetype. Its central support sculpted with horizontal and vertical lines, evoking the imagery of beach piers and Venetian architecture.
Taking the name of the Venetian beach, the Alberoni offers breezy refinement
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The 2024 Salone del Mobile not only highlighted the vanguard of design but also solidified its stature as a crucible for innovation and exchange. As a pivotal event in the international design landscape, it continues to shape the evolution of domestic spaces and lifestyle trends, anticipating and responding to the changing ways we live.
Products from our brands' 2024 collections will be available later in the year and updated to our website accordingly. For further information, please contact one of our showrooms.