Beppe Finessi curates 'Stanze' at Triennale Milano, mixing design masters and emerging talents

Beppe Finessi, architect and curator, discusses his exhibition 'Stanze. Altre filosofie dell'abitare' at the XXI Triennale di Milano. The show presents eleven heterogeneous designers, from celebrated figures like Alessandro Mendini to lesser-known masters like Umberto Riva, and younger talents such as Francesco Librizzi (under 40). Each participant created an environment embodying their 'philosophy of living,' paired with literary or philosophical texts selected by philosopher Francesco M. Cataluccio. The exhibition aims to elevate interior architecture, often considered a 'minor art,' by showcasing its theoretical and practical depth. The display is designed by Gianni Filindeu with graphics by Leonardo Sonnoli, occupying the Curva space of Triennale. Finessi emphasizes starting from physical space and context, not self-reference. The show references the 1991 exhibition 'Il progetto domestico' held at the same institution.