Milano The School of Design

From May 17 to 19, 2026, with collateral events also scheduled for May 20, ICFF – International Contemporary Furniture Fair returns to New York, reaffirming its position as one of the most influential events in the international contemporary design scene. With approximately 30,000 visitors every year from across the globe, the fair represents a key reference point for companies, media, buyers, influencers, and international universities.

Within this global context, Istituto Marangoni Milano Design will take part with a dedicated exhibition stand showcasing a selection of projects developed by students from Milano, together with the Design Departments of London, Dubai, and Mumbai.

Continuum: tradition and innovation in dialogue

The curatorial concept behind the 2026 participation is “Continuum”, an exploration of design as a living and constantly evolving system. The project investigates the relationship between memory, technology, and the future, showing how contemporary design is now capable of transforming cultural heritage into new design visions.

Through objects, systems, and immersive experiences, the projects on display present an interdisciplinary approach in which humanities, research, and technological innovation converge into a new idea of global and responsible design.

Istituto Marangoni Milano Design projects showcased at ICFF

Representing Istituto Marangoni Milano Design will be Camille Ferreira with “Pebble”, a project that has already stood out within the school and received international recognition. The work perfectly embodies the “Continuum” theme through its ability to combine aesthetic research, experimentation, and contemporary design sensitivity, reaffirming the school’s commitment to nurturing a new generation of designers capable of interpreting the transformations of the present.

Alongside “Pebble”, two additional projects developed in collaboration with leading Italian design brands will also be showcased: the flower project created with Alessi and the cake stand designed with L’Astro.

The project developed with Alessi originates from the research initiative “Domestic Oracles”, presented during Milano Design Week 2026, and explores the relationship between artificial intelligence, domestic objects, and human interaction. The flower interprets design as a sensitive and emotional presence, capable of transforming technology into a poetic and relational experience.

The cake stand developed with L’Astro explores the dialogue between contemporary craftsmanship, product culture, and material experimentation, reinterpreting a traditional domestic object through an essential and contemporary design language. The project reflects Istituto Marangoni Milano Design’s approach to design as a research-driven process capable of combining aesthetic identity, innovation, and a strong connection with the creative industry.

Collaboration with INTERNI and the talk at Casa Italia

Istituto Marangoni’s presence in New York will also extend to a collaboration with INTERNI as part of the panel “Il Design va in scena”, promoted together with Casa Italia.

On May 18, a talk featuring Giulio Cappellini and Sergio Nava will take place, alongside a guest speaker currently being confirmed. The event will involve international prospects selected by Riccardo Rotondo, as well as industry professionals invited by INTERNI and Istituto Marangoni.

The partnership with INTERNI will also include a dedicated communication strategy through the magazine’s international database, with promotional activities and outreach targeting the global design community.