The first day of the 64th edition of Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026 opened at Fiera Milano Rho with renewed momentum, bringing together the international furniture and interiors industry for one of the sector's most influential annual gatherings. Running from 21 to 26 April, this year's event returns with a broad exhibition programme, major installations, and thousands of exhibitors from across the globe.
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Under the theme "A Matter of Salone," the 2026 edition places focus on the material, cultural, and industrial value of design. The concept reflects the fair's role not only as a commercial platform, but also as a space where craftsmanship, technology, sustainability, and creativity meet.
The opening day saw halls across the fairgrounds filled with buyers, designers, manufacturers, architects, retailers, and media representatives. From established heritage brands to emerging studios, exhibitors used the first day to unveil new collections, host presentations, and reconnect with global partners.
InteriorDaily has curated ten of the most noteworthy social media moments that social media had to boast:
The 64th edition of Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026 officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Ignazio La Russa and Antonio Tajani, alongside national and regional institutional partners. Giorgia Meloni attended the official inauguration of the 64th edition, highlighting the fair's continued importance to Italy's design industry and international profile.
Minotti unveils its 2026 Collection at Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026, presenting a refined dialogue between architecture and contemporary design through new collaborations with leading international creatives.
L'Appartamento by Artemest offers visitors an immersive residential showcase, where acclaimed designers transform each room into a striking display of colour, craftsmanship, and high-end interior design during Milan Design Week.
Brokis marks a major Milan debut with Beacon, a new installation by Lee Broom, presented in Piazza San Babila during Design Week.
Baxter invites visitors into The Baxter Journey, an immersive installation at Baxter Cinema where deep tones, leather textures, and warm lighting create a calm, intimate retreat during Milan Design Week.
MIDJ previews its colourful stand at Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026, presenting an open and vibrant space designed to encourage exploration, imagination, and new ways of experiencing interiors.
Fuorisalone 2026 has released its official events guide, helping visitors plan routes and discover the exhibitions, installations, and activations taking place across Milan from yesterday till 26 April.
Arper presents a material-focused vision at Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026, where new collections explore responsible solutions, innovative surfaces, and evolving contemporary design languages.
The 64th edition of Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026 is underway, opening a week of innovation, fresh perspectives, and material experimentation as the global design industry gathers in Milan to explore what comes next as highlighted by the organisers of the fair themselves.
Castro Lighting opened day one of Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026 with The Art of Brass, an installation showcasing sculptural lighting, bespoke craftsmanship, and timeless luxury design.
With thousands of exhibitors, landmark installations, and a citywide celebration of creativity, Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026 once again confirms its position as one of the most important events on the global furniture and interiors calendar. From heritage brands to emerging studios, the fair offers a dynamic view of the ideas, materials, and innovations shaping design in 2026 and beyond.
InteriorDaily will continue following the latest developments and highlights from the show floor, keeping readers updated on standout launches, inspiring concepts, and the people influencing the future of furniture and interior design.
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Salone del Mobile.Milano
Fiera Milano, Rho
www.salonemilano.it
Milan, Italy
