Milan Diaries by Kallen Isaac-Szymanik

Milan Diaries with Kallen Isaac-Szymanik

Our Head of Residential, Kallen Isaac-Szymanik, travels to Milan's Salone del Mobile to meet with our international furniture partners, discover new releases, and gather inspiration. Here, he shares a visual diary from his travels. Click the arrow to view more.

"Fondazione Prada is full of inspiration from their extensive contemporary art collections, to the architecture by Rem Koolhaas and its industrial surroundings. It is important to view creative design in other forms such as art, culture and fashion outside of furniture design during Salone, as you can see a diversity of design in Milan during this time, presenting extraordinary visual perspectives and ideas. The use of materials in these spaces were incredible - lacquer, patinated steel, rubber, glass and the iconoclast tower covered in gold leaf...sublime."

"A space defined by a purity in design, the Henry Timi showroom was a luxurious experience. Raw materials are celebrated where handcrafted timber and stone designs are minimalist, sculptural and monumental, exuding a sense of reserved elegance and aesthetic perfection that feels almost mediative. A calm and much welcomed respite from the freneticism of the Brera Design District."

"It is always a pleasure seeing Mattiazzi and we look forward to introducing their four new designs in the next few months. We are constantly inspired by their design innovations and commitment to in-house production, sustainability and resource efficiency - a production process that seamlessly combines digital technology with an artisanal approach."

"Tactile, primal and graphic collectible furniture from Arno Declercq is embodied in his enduring burnt and black-oiled Iroko wood - challenging the traditional notions of luxury."

"The Loro Piana installation celebrates the Italian architect and designer Cini Boeri's iconic furniture dressed in Loro Piana fabrics. An immersive and playful exhibition where you could lounge and engage with the designer's iconic furniture; many upholstered in supple New Zealand wool."

"Walking through Milan, the city is defined by stunning vignettes."

"Salute to the end of Salone! Aperitif at Bamboo Bar at Armani Hotel, enjoying the most spectacular view of Milan."