Latest articles by Cristina Kiran Piotti
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One to Watch: Abid Javed, the designer inspired by molecular biology
The microscopic world is translated into a sculptured design language by Londonese ceramicist and artist Abid Javed
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Alcova to curate Heimtextil Trends 25/26: expect ‘inspiration and surprise’
German textile fair Heimtextil has launched a new collaboration with Alcova, the experimental design platform. Here’s what to expect from the January 2025 fair
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Joe Armitage's new chandelier and lamps are an enlightening take on a family heirloom
Designer Joe Armitage follows his grandfather’s footsteps in India, reissuing his elegant midcentury lamp and creating a new chandelier for Nilufar Gallery
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From heritage to sustainability: all the highlights from Design Shanghai 2024
Design Shanghai 2024: Asia's largest international design event returned for its eleventh year this past June, showcasing local well-known brands, emerging talents, and a unique focus for the international design community
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Casa Mutina displays Ronan Bouroullec's creative universe
Ronan Bouroullec's designs for Mutina at Milan Design Week 2024 include outdoor tiles as well as ceramic editions
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Jaipur Rugs unveils collaboration with Chanel's yarn maker Vimar1991
During Milan Design Week 2024, Jaipur Rugs demonstrated its expertise through a collaboration with Chanel-owned yarn experts Vimar1991
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Toiletpaper apartment debuts in Milan
Toiletpaper present 'ToiletAlex PaperPrager' their new unsettling projects on the occasion of Milan Design Week 2024
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Inga Sempé's home reveals the charm of daily imperfections
Inga Sempé's exhibition at Triennale Milano (until 15 September 2024) condenses the aesthetic as well as the complexities of the French designer's work into an exhibition you can touch and feel
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All aboard: Azimut moor a yacht in the heart of Milan
With Azimut's Mooring by the Moon, Michele De Lucchi and AMDL Circle provide insight into the philsophy of the Seadeck Series with an immersive installation at Bagni Misteriosi
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‘The Small Hours’ bathroom collection by Patricia Urquiola for Salvatori is an ode to having time for yourself
Patricia Urquiola's new bathroom collection pushes Salvatori's formal aesthetic with an unprecedented combination of stone and steel
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Biagetti’s Wearable Casa collection is a beautiful mélange of design inspiration
Biagetti's wearable Casa Collection in collaboration with MCM is inspired by an array of urban culture, artificial intelligence and uncommon objects, showcased at Milan Design Week 2024
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Kaldewei and e15 come together with a collection of statement bathroom pieces
Kaldewei and e15 unite with a collection designed by Stefan Diez, featuring furniture and accessories
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Last chance to see: Alberto Meda at Milan Triennale
Italian engineer and designer Alberto Meda explores his approach to projects, materials, and sustainability at Milan's Triennale (on view until 24 March 2024)
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From the spoon to the city: the design of Gianfranco Frattini
‘Gianfranco Frattini. Design 1955/2003’ is a new book chronicling the architect and designer’s work as well as his concept of designing ‘from the spoon to the city’
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The new Porro showroom in Milan puts art and design on display
The new Porro showroom opens in a theatrical space in the heart of Milan with an unexpected artistic twist
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Ca’ del Bosco cheers to a new sparkling visitor experience
Ca’ del Bosco, the renowned Italian producer of sparkling Franciacorta wine, introduces a dazzling, new visit experience
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Mutina celebrates its collaboration with Barber Osgerby
Mutina presents ‘The Magic of Colour’, an exhibition featuring three new projects by long-term collaborators Barber Osgerby
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50 years of Agape: exploring five decades of innovative bathroom design
Italian bathroom brand Agape turns 50, and founders Emanuele and Giampaolo Benedini celebrate with an exhibition looking back at their personal and professional journey
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Alessi Museum celebrates 25 years of design stories
Alessi Museum highlights, from iconic to forgotten pieces, are now part of an exhibition at the company's Milan flagship, exploring 25 years of design stories (until 30 September 2023)
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Last chance to see: ‘Home Sweet Home’ at Milan Triennale
‘Home Sweet Home’ kicks off the Triennale’s 100th anniversary celebrations with a critical, design-led approach to the theme of the house and domestic space
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Toiletpaper’s surreal world goes on view in Mumbai
Toiletpaper artists Maurizio Cattelan and Pierpaolo Ferrari present ‘Run As Slow As You Can’ at the NMACC (until 22 October 2023), a sensory overload infused with Indian flavour
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Less but better: Dieter Rams’ lessons on show at ADI Design Museum, Milan
An exhibition at Milan’s ADI Design Museum celebrates Dieter Rams’ creations
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Poliform outdoor collection is presented through a meditative installation
Poliform’s new alfresco lifestyle vision was displayed in Milan within the Chiostri di San Simpliciano, merging sound and vision in an immersive showcase
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Six Singaporean designers look at the impact of design and new technologies on our lives
Supported by DesignSingapore Council, ‘Future Impact’ at Milan Design Week 2023 presents Singapore as a design-led hub of innovation and creativity
