Seven African Designers to Exhibit at SaloneSatellite 2026 with Design Week Lagos
Milan Design Week 2026 will spotlight African creativity through an exhibition called "All Roads Lead to Lagos." Seven promising designers, including Richard A. Aina and Nicole Adaora Enwonwu, will showcase their works at SaloneSatellite under the guidance of organizer Titi Ogufere. This initiative aims to address the fragmented landscape of African design, focusing on challenges in production and international market entry. By fostering industry relationships and showcasing the impact of African design, the project aspires to enhance its visibility and relevance in global dialogues.
Key facts
- Seven African designers will exhibit at SaloneSatellite during Milan Design Week 2026.
- The exhibition is titled All Roads Lead to Lagos.
- It is curated by Titi Ogufere, founder of Design Week Lagos.
- Participating designers: Richard A. Aina, Olaoluwa AJ Durotoye, Nicole Adaora Enwonwu, Myles Igwebuike, Athanasius Johnson, Odema Acacia Saleh, Joan Eric Udorie.
- The initiative aims to connect African designers to production and global markets.
- Design Week Lagos is the organizer.
- The event takes place at SaloneSatellite in Milan.
- Titi Ogufere commented on the fragmented systems of African design.
Entities
Artists
- Richard A. Aina
- Olaoluwa AJ Durotoye
- Nicole Adaora Enwonwu
- Myles Igwebuike
- Athanasius Johnson
- Odema Acacia Saleh
- Joan Eric Udorie
Institutions
- Design Week Lagos
- SaloneSatellite
- Milan Design Week
Locations
- Lagos
- Nigeria
- Milan
- Italy