Milan Design Week 2013: Salone del Mobile Showcases Innovation Amidst Commercial Homogeneity

The 2013 Salone del Mobile, running from 9-14 April at the Milan Fairgrounds in Rho, Milan, anchors Milan Design Week as the design industry's premier annual showcase. While the official fair risks overwhelming visitors with uniform, albeit high-quality, home furnishings, alternative venues offer more distinctive experiences. Spazio Rossana Orlandi consistently delivers inspiration, while Gallery Nilufar presents adventurous installations and limited editions from Moroso. For theoretical propositions and fresh ideas, Ventura Lambrate has emerged as the new epicenter of cutting-edge design, surpassing Zona Tortona in this role. The event operates as trade-only from 9-12 April before opening to the public on 13-14 April.