Discover our guide to the must-see exhibitions, standout restaurants, and inspiring installations we’re looking forward to at Milan Design Week 2025 (7–13 April). Our Creative Director, Francesca Sykes, and National Events Sales Manager, Lauren Hardy, will be on the ground soaking it all in - follow along on our socials for live updates throughout the week!
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Explore the Highlights
Under the Volcano | Location: Alcova Milano
Explore this immersive installation at Alcova by Quayola, Franceso Meda & David Lopez Quincoces with a sound performance by Rodrigo D'Erasmo.
Fast | Location: Salone del Mobile
This year’s Fast layout embraces a calming balance between nature-inspired design and raw materials.
Hydro's R100 Exhibition | Location: Capsule Plaza, Spazio Maiocchi
Five innovative pieces—created entirely from 100% post-consumer aluminum—highlighting sustainable futures in furniture and home decor.
Flying Green | Location: Flying Tiger Space
From pollinator-friendly pieces to natural material marvels, this installation celebrates the power of eco-conscious creativity.
QC Thermemilano | Location: Piazzale Medaglie d'Oro
Need a reset between exhibitions? QC Terme offers the ultimate design-meets-wellness experience in the heart of Milan.
Travel Tip: Create your own custom list on Google Maps to save all the locations you want to visit - perfect for navigating Milan like a local!
Where to Refuel
Explore our shortlist of Milan's finest cafés, gelato and aperitivo spots:
🍦Sweet treats:
- Avgvsto Premiata Gelateria: Scooping up artisan gelato that tastes as divine as it looks.
- Gusto 17: A local fave with seasonal flavours that surprise and delight.
- Pasticceria Ranieri Moscova 7: Pastries so pretty you'll want to take a photo before taking a bite!
- Loste Cafe: Where croissants meet perfectly poured flat whites in a sun-drenched space.
☕Coffee Fix:
- Orsonero Coffee: A minimalist haven for serious coffee lovers.
- Nowhere Future Coffee & Food: Quirky, cool, and serving up seriously good sips.
🍝Dinner & Drinks:
- Bar Basso: Iconic Negroni Sbagliato? Yes please.
- Palinuro Bar: A retro gem with Aperitivo done just right.
- Dongio: Rustic charm and Southern Italian flavours that feel like a warm hug.
- Trattoria Trippa: A Milan must-do with hearty plates and a side of character.
- Remulass: Where seasonal produce shines in every dish.
- Bentoteca: Japanese meets Italian in this sleek, flavour-forward spot.
- Trattoria del Nuovo Macello: Traditional, timeless, and utterly satisfying.
- Altatto: For modern, plant-based find dining.
Dining Tip: Heading to Trattoria Trippa? Book well in advance or line up before doors open. It’s one of Milan’s most sought-after spots, and tables disappear fast!
Whether you're navigating installations, chasing the best espresso, or soaking up the creative energy of Milan, we hope this guide helps you make the most of Design Week 2025. Want to see it all unfold in real time? Follow us on Instagram @valiant.events and @valiant.interiors for live updates, behind-the-scenes moments, and a front-row seat to Milan’s most inspiring design experiences.
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