Executive Summary
Milan Design Week once again put the city at the center of the global design scene.
The city was pulsating with events, exhibitions, installations, and discussions spread across multiple industries.
Between April 8-13, Milan was the meeting point of creative thinking, innovative ideas, and aesthetic vision.
Thought Starters & Themes
Leather Grains
Suede & Nubuck
- Grains are delicate, brushed/sanded , very soft to touch
- Washed suede, sanded or brushed surfaces in solids, ribbed corduroy looks and soft embossed patterns
Nappa
- Flat , sleek and smooth
- A strong presence of natural markings and natural patina from tanning processes
- Embraced natural markings and wrinkles
Large Grains
- Milled round natural pebbles
- Soft and supple
- Present natural markings and wrinkles
Experience Driven: Leather Combinations
Leather mixed with Ultra Smooth and Super Plush Textiles
Experience Driven: Leather Combinations
Leather with Novelty Details
Experience Driven: Leather Combinations
Novelty Pillows
Lifestyle: Leather Accents
Lifestyle: Leather Accents
Leather Gaming & Entertainment
Lifestyle: Leather Accents
Leather Lighting
Themes
Color
Rich Mocha moves towards warmer, richer and nostalgic darks. The deep shades of brown are chocolatey with reddish undertones. These browns create a grounding, luxurious, and comforting atmosphere.
Color
Vanilla Crème is a range of soft whites with shadows of pale brown undertones. These whites create a light, airy, and calming atmosphere. Vanilla Crème is also used for accents against bold colors, adding a refined touch.
Color
Maitake Mushroom is shades of classic taupes that have a cool ashy grey undertone with a hint of red oxide for warmth. These mushroom tints create a cozy environment that shift and adapt depending on the lighting of the space.
Color
Cordovan Red ranges from rich shades of burgundy to dark shades of rose. It’s a moody, opulent, and somewhat muted color that leans towards eggplant purple hints. The color name ‘Cordovan’ comes from the city of Cordoba, Spain, known for its traditional production of this specific type of leather.
Color Combinations
Color
Color
Color
Regal Cornflower is range of indulgent powder blues that have hints of periwinkle and purple undertones. Regal Cornflower gives off traditional feelings with a touch of whimsical luxury to home and automotive interior spaces.
Color Combinations
Maserati x GIORGETTI
This Maserati Fuoriserie reinterprets Italian luxury through new artisanry and innovative manufacturing. In the interior, full denim seats with leather and custom-made materials transform the cabin into a space for driving and living.
Maserati
This Maserati Fuoriserie reinterprets Italian luxury through new artisanry and innovative manufacturing. In the interior, full denim seats with leather and custom-made materials transform the cabin into a space for driving and living
Bentley Motors
Bugatti
Bugatti Home adds pops of luminous blue throughout the collection. The bright color mixed with natural materials, soft textiles and personalized items creates a lavish space to remember.
Haus of Automotive CMF Conference
CDN Milan
Zeology Leather
Royal Smit & Zoon hosted inside the Haus of Automotive a talk about “shifting Hues and Sustainable materials; exploring the latest trends in automotive color and eco-friendly production”.
They demonstrated in their display the process of Zeology and the impact Zeology could make on the automotive industry.
Casa Cork
Rockwell Group and non-profit organization Cork Collective collaborated at this year’s Milan Design Week. The result of the pair’s partnership with the world’s largest cork processor, Corticeira Amorim, Standing 19 feet tall, a lifelike replica of a cork tree, 3D-printed using reclaimed virgin cork bark from naturally felled trees, represented the overall project as a dramatic centerpiece.
