Press conference Salone del Mobile.Milano 2022 Watch the press conference of the 2022 Salone del Mobile.Milano March 16 th 2022 11:00 - 20:00 (CET) Add to calendar Details Speakers The press presentation conference for the 60th edition of the Salone del Mobile.Milano is open to the entire design community: it will be streamed live on this page on 16th March, from 11 am onwards. Registration required. We would like to remind those of you who work right through the day or are unable to connect that there will be another streaming at 6pm CET. Chaired by Luca Dondoni and opened by the Mayor of Milan, Beppe Sala, it will be the harbinger of many new things, discussed by Maria Porro, President of the Salone del Mobile.Milano and the protagonists of the June Salone. From the confirmation of a live event, packed with brands giving free rein to their creative powers of expression, to the “wow” worlds, the theatre, the stands, both simple and complex, but all equally brilliant, and the biennials - EuroCucina with FTK – Technology for the Future and the International Bathroom Exhibition - which accompany the annual events: the Salone Internazionale del Mobile, the International Furnishing Accessories Exhibition, Workplace3.0, S.Project and SaloneSatellite. From two great installations – one in the city and the other at the fairgrounds – dedicated respectively to celebrating the key values of the Salone and the issue of sustainability, ecological transition and the future of living with respect for the planet, which will be unveiled by Davide Rampello and by Mario Cucinella, to the creative partnership with Emiliano Ponzi, the world-famous illustrator and creator of six illustrations forming the captivating communication campaign for this edition of the Salone. From the announcement of a stimulating programme of talks entirely organised by women, to one on the topic of SaloneSatellite, an invaluable springboard, discussed by Cristina Celestino and Sebastian Herkner. From reflections on the sector from Claudio Feltrin, President of FederlegnoArredo, to the announcement of green guidelines, drawn up by the Salone to help exhibitors and stand designers and builders create their stands. From the collaboration with the Milano per la Scala Foundation and Identità Golose, to the return of the Welcome Project that will see information points located at focal points throughout the city. Basically, the press conference will unveil a Salone channelling imagination and participation, just as we remember it: an open, inclusive, dynamic, cultural, youthful and independent event that dictates the pace of design and anticipates trends. We’ll be waiting for you on these screens. Stay tuned! Maria Porro Maria Porro, born in Como in 1983, has been President of Assarredo since being unanimously elected in September 2020, and is the first woman to take on this role. Add to bookmarks Speaker Claudio Feltrin Claudio Feltrin is President of Arper, a leading Italian company that creates chairs, tables, and furnishings for community, work and home. Arper was founded in 1989 as an evolution of a leather artisan enterprise launched by the Feltrin family in the 1980s. The company, created by the father Luigi (President of Honour until his passing in 2020), together with his sons Mauro and Claudio, distinguished itself right from the start for its innovative products and state of the art processes, as well as for its international approach. Add to bookmarks Speaker Emiliano Ponzi Emiliano Ponzi is an illustrator and author based in Milan. He works for the editorial, magazine, fashion and advertising market. His clients portfolio includes: Apple, The New York Times, The New Yorker, Le Monde, MoMA NY, Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Martini, Hyundai, Pirelli, Tim, Barilla, Moleskine, Android, Einaudi, La Repubblica, Airbnb, Lavazza, Bulgari. Add to bookmarks Speaker Mario Cucinella Mario Cucinella is the founder and creative Director of MC A - Mario Cucinella Architects, an international design studio, based in Bologna and Milan, specializing in research-based architectural design linked to sustainability issues according to a holistic approach. The impact and importance of his work, both from an environmental and social point of view, as an architect and educator has been recognized with the Honorary Fellowship of the American Institute of Architects (2017) and with the International Fellowship of the Royal Institute of British Architects (2016). Add to bookmarks Speaker Cristina Celestino Innate freedom of observation, erudite, curious and playful. A great capacity for scientific and aesthetic investigation. Obsessed by material and geometry, she moves across history and traditions, altering the scale of objects, creating new conceptual and decorative canons, where nature speaks to us in unanimity. She intertwines a transdisciplinary approach with analytical rigor, leading to unexpected spaces, objects and experiences. Add to bookmarks Speaker Sebastian Herkner Sebastian Herkner (born 1981) studied Product Design at HfG Offenbach University of Art and Design. During his studies he began to focus on designing objects and furniture, honing his keen sense for materials, colors and textures. For a short while he then worked for Stella McCartney in London. Add to bookmarks Speaker Davide Rampello University professor, cultural adviser and manager for national and international institutions, artistic director and curator, Davide Rampello has started his career in RAI Italian National TV during the 70’s as historical researcher, author and then director of cultural programmes and tv director. From 1992 to 1994 he worked as artistic director of the Carnival of Venice and during the 90’s he was the curator of important art exhibitions that took place in locations such as the Biennale and the Galleria dell’Accademia in Venice or the Diamanti Palace in Ferrara. Add to bookmarks Speaker Luca Umberto Dondoni Luca Umberto Dondoni is a journalist, writer, radio and television host and speaker. He has worked with a number of radio stations since 1976, both as a creator and host of programmes and as a correspondent for leading music events both in Italy and abroad. Over the course of his career, he has interviewed the leading global protagonists on the international music scene. Luca Umberto Dondoni has also collaborated with a number of Italian and foreign music and lifestyle publications, and with the newspaper La Stampa. Add to bookmarks Moderator
Maria Porro Maria Porro, born in Como in 1983, has been President of Assarredo since being unanimously elected in September 2020, and is the first woman to take on this role. Add to bookmarks Speaker Claudio Feltrin Claudio Feltrin is President of Arper, a leading Italian company that creates chairs, tables, and furnishings for community, work and home. Arper was founded in 1989 as an evolution of a leather artisan enterprise launched by the Feltrin family in the 1980s. The company, created by the father Luigi (President of Honour until his passing in 2020), together with his sons Mauro and Claudio, distinguished itself right from the start for its innovative products and state of the art processes, as well as for its international approach. Add to bookmarks Speaker Emiliano Ponzi Emiliano Ponzi is an illustrator and author based in Milan. He works for the editorial, magazine, fashion and advertising market. His clients portfolio includes: Apple, The New York Times, The New Yorker, Le Monde, MoMA NY, Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Martini, Hyundai, Pirelli, Tim, Barilla, Moleskine, Android, Einaudi, La Repubblica, Airbnb, Lavazza, Bulgari. Add to bookmarks Speaker Mario Cucinella Mario Cucinella is the founder and creative Director of MC A - Mario Cucinella Architects, an international design studio, based in Bologna and Milan, specializing in research-based architectural design linked to sustainability issues according to a holistic approach. The impact and importance of his work, both from an environmental and social point of view, as an architect and educator has been recognized with the Honorary Fellowship of the American Institute of Architects (2017) and with the International Fellowship of the Royal Institute of British Architects (2016). Add to bookmarks Speaker Cristina Celestino Innate freedom of observation, erudite, curious and playful. A great capacity for scientific and aesthetic investigation. Obsessed by material and geometry, she moves across history and traditions, altering the scale of objects, creating new conceptual and decorative canons, where nature speaks to us in unanimity. She intertwines a transdisciplinary approach with analytical rigor, leading to unexpected spaces, objects and experiences. Add to bookmarks Speaker Sebastian Herkner Sebastian Herkner (born 1981) studied Product Design at HfG Offenbach University of Art and Design. During his studies he began to focus on designing objects and furniture, honing his keen sense for materials, colors and textures. For a short while he then worked for Stella McCartney in London. Add to bookmarks Speaker Davide Rampello University professor, cultural adviser and manager for national and international institutions, artistic director and curator, Davide Rampello has started his career in RAI Italian National TV during the 70’s as historical researcher, author and then director of cultural programmes and tv director. From 1992 to 1994 he worked as artistic director of the Carnival of Venice and during the 90’s he was the curator of important art exhibitions that took place in locations such as the Biennale and the Galleria dell’Accademia in Venice or the Diamanti Palace in Ferrara. Add to bookmarks Speaker Luca Umberto Dondoni Luca Umberto Dondoni is a journalist, writer, radio and television host and speaker. He has worked with a number of radio stations since 1976, both as a creator and host of programmes and as a correspondent for leading music events both in Italy and abroad. Over the course of his career, he has interviewed the leading global protagonists on the international music scene. Luca Umberto Dondoni has also collaborated with a number of Italian and foreign music and lifestyle publications, and with the newspaper La Stampa. Add to bookmarks Moderator
Maria Porro Maria Porro, born in Como in 1983, has been President of Assarredo since being unanimously elected in September 2020, and is the first woman to take on this role. Add to bookmarks
Claudio Feltrin Claudio Feltrin is President of Arper, a leading Italian company that creates chairs, tables, and furnishings for community, work and home. Arper was founded in 1989 as an evolution of a leather artisan enterprise launched by the Feltrin family in the 1980s. The company, created by the father Luigi (President of Honour until his passing in 2020), together with his sons Mauro and Claudio, distinguished itself right from the start for its innovative products and state of the art processes, as well as for its international approach. Add to bookmarks
Emiliano Ponzi Emiliano Ponzi is an illustrator and author based in Milan. He works for the editorial, magazine, fashion and advertising market. His clients portfolio includes: Apple, The New York Times, The New Yorker, Le Monde, MoMA NY, Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Martini, Hyundai, Pirelli, Tim, Barilla, Moleskine, Android, Einaudi, La Repubblica, Airbnb, Lavazza, Bulgari. Add to bookmarks
Mario Cucinella Mario Cucinella is the founder and creative Director of MC A - Mario Cucinella Architects, an international design studio, based in Bologna and Milan, specializing in research-based architectural design linked to sustainability issues according to a holistic approach. The impact and importance of his work, both from an environmental and social point of view, as an architect and educator has been recognized with the Honorary Fellowship of the American Institute of Architects (2017) and with the International Fellowship of the Royal Institute of British Architects (2016). Add to bookmarks
Cristina Celestino Innate freedom of observation, erudite, curious and playful. A great capacity for scientific and aesthetic investigation. Obsessed by material and geometry, she moves across history and traditions, altering the scale of objects, creating new conceptual and decorative canons, where nature speaks to us in unanimity. She intertwines a transdisciplinary approach with analytical rigor, leading to unexpected spaces, objects and experiences. Add to bookmarks
Sebastian Herkner Sebastian Herkner (born 1981) studied Product Design at HfG Offenbach University of Art and Design. During his studies he began to focus on designing objects and furniture, honing his keen sense for materials, colors and textures. For a short while he then worked for Stella McCartney in London. Add to bookmarks
Davide Rampello University professor, cultural adviser and manager for national and international institutions, artistic director and curator, Davide Rampello has started his career in RAI Italian National TV during the 70’s as historical researcher, author and then director of cultural programmes and tv director. From 1992 to 1994 he worked as artistic director of the Carnival of Venice and during the 90’s he was the curator of important art exhibitions that took place in locations such as the Biennale and the Galleria dell’Accademia in Venice or the Diamanti Palace in Ferrara. Add to bookmarks
Luca Umberto Dondoni Luca Umberto Dondoni is a journalist, writer, radio and television host and speaker. He has worked with a number of radio stations since 1976, both as a creator and host of programmes and as a correspondent for leading music events both in Italy and abroad. Over the course of his career, he has interviewed the leading global protagonists on the international music scene. Luca Umberto Dondoni has also collaborated with a number of Italian and foreign music and lifestyle publications, and with the newspaper La Stampa. Add to bookmarks
