
These Sustainable and Sculptural Pieces Made Waves at Alcova in Milan
Valentina Ciuffi and Joseph Grima launched Alcova in 2018 as a showcase of group exhibitions in overlooked locations of historical significance around Milan (think former military barracks, abandoned villas, and old factories). This year hosted two U.S. makers: Refractory, a new studio out of Chicago, proffers furniture evocative of tectonic forces and erosion, including the Heretofore suspension light; Studio Sam Klemick, from Los Angeles, brought Wavy, a bench in deadstock canvas and salvaged Douglas Fir resembling a futon draped over wooden orbs. Duyi Han’s “Ordinance of the Subconscious Treatment” broaches mental health in a room installation modelled after a typical Chinese apartment, its silk upholstery embroidered with the chemical symbols for dopamine and serotonin. Among other highlights: sculptural stoneware lamps (Arche #3 and #4) from Italian ceramicist Elisa Uberti, Formstelle’s Zenso High lounger for Zeitraum, and A. Vetra’s A Gentle Gathering home textiles by Giulia Ferraris.















read more
DesignWire
Alcova 2022 Returns Design to the Grounds of an Abandoned Nunnery for Milan Design Week
Alcova returns to Milan Design Week with pieces including furnishings inspired by insects to pendant lighting that is color-changeable.
Products
This Installation by Studiopepe Cofounders References Ancient Civilizations
For Milan Design Week, Studiopepe cofounders collaborated with Galerie Philia to present “Temenos,” a 2,400-square-foot installation.
DesignWire
In a Former Necchi Factory, Baranzate Ateliers is Milan Design Week’s Hottest New Show
Milan Design Week always promises something new and fantastic—and the 21 creators featured in “Baranzate Ateliers” stole the show for 2022.
recent stories
Products
This Playful Ladybug Shelf Adds Cheer To Vietnamese Libraries
Nonprofit Non Library tasked Lab Saigon with creating a whimsical polka-dot Ladybug shelf—bringing libraries to underserved children in Vietnam.
Products
9 Nature-Inspired Coverings For A Fresh Touch
Get inspired by these fabric and wall coverings that capture the essence of the outdoors, adding natural beauty and elegance to any space.
Products
Color Outside The Lines With This Quirky Tile Collection
Alex Proba’s debut entry to Concrete Collaborative’s tile portfolio blends serious architectural elements with quirky food items to create something new.