ADI Design Museum at Fuorisalone 2026: exhibitions, installations and

Overview

The ADI Design Museum in Milan is a key participant in Fuorisalone 2026, offering a program of temporary exhibitions, installations and public events that examine the intersection of design, craftsmanship, technology and landscape. The exhibition area is located at Piazza Compasso d’Oro 1 and stays open throughout Milan Design Week.

Main exhibitions

• XXIX Compasso d’Oro 2026 – Exhibition of the finalists for the prestigious award; works and projects that reflect current design languages. Special opening: April 15 (paid entry).
• bit by bit by Haruka Misawa – The Japanese designer’s first solo show in Italy, focused on observation and subtle project variations. Free entry.
• Heritage Reimagined, SOBAN by Seoul Design Foundation – A contemporary rethinking of Seoul's housing traditions combining craft and digital technologies. Free entry.
• Oluce, 80 years of light in Milan by Francesco Rota – A visual journey celebrating the lighting company's creative legacy. Free entry.
• Evolutionary Design, the Shape of Wonder by CHICCO – A project exploring adaptive design related to child development. Free entry.

Site-specific installations

• ICOSAEDRO by Mario Botta – A wooden architecture inspired by Le Corbusier’s Cabanon, designed to establish a dialogue between design, landscape and community. Free entry.
• GOOD DESIGN CITIES by Massimiliano Mandarini – Installation envisioning sustainable, biophilic cities, accompanied by conferences and discussions.
• VESPA – 80 years of an icon by Piaggio – Exhibition with historic and celebratory Vespa models.

Events and presentations

• Book presentation: Jeong: The Spirit of Korean Craft and Design – Conversation with author Hyo Jung Lee (April 20, 11:00). Free entry.
• DBEW Design Award 2026 – Ceremony and round table with the international jury (April 21, 10:00). Free entry.
• Book presentation: Le caffettiere dei maestri with Giulio Iacchetti and guests (April 26, 11:00). Free entry.
• Light from Italy. From Fattori to Morandi – Catalog presentation (April 26, 18:00). Free entry.

Practical information

Dates: April 20 – 26, 2026
Opening hours: 10:30 – 21:00
Location: ADI Design Museum, Piazza Compasso d’Oro 1, Milan
Tickets: Many installations and talks are free; some special exhibitions (for example the Compasso d’Oro show) require a paid ticket. Check the museum website for booking requirements and the latest opening times before visiting.

Visiting tips

• Arrive early during peak hours of Milan Design Week.
• Check the schedule for talks and presentations you want to attend.
• Allow time to visit both indoor exhibitions and outdoor site-specific installations.