Millennial Designers at Salone del Mobile 2024: Sustainability, Dialogue, and Hybrid Practices

The 2024 Salone del Mobile in Milan showcased designers from the late 1980s and early 1990s with an emphasis on sustainability and collaboration. Vito Nesta (b. 1987) partnered with Alessandro Guerriero to present 'Alchimie' at 'La pancia del Guerriero,' merging modern and vintage elements. Nesta expressed concern over social media's focus on individualism, urging conversations about fragility and diversity. Studio Nava+Arosio, created by Paolo Emanuele Nava (b. 1989) and Luca Maria Arosio (b. 1988), introduced the 'Upward' lamp and 'Pila 47' seating. Johanna Seeleman (b. 1990) unveiled 'Micrographia,' addressing the issue of greenwashing. Additionally, Parasite 2.0, founded by Stefano Colombo, Eugenio Cosentino, and Luca Marullo (all b. 1989), showcased 'The Convivial Laboratory – The Camp,' which encouraged discussions on coexistence and critiqued toxic workplace cultures.