Based in Milan, the practice moves easily between product design, art, fashion, and illustration, refusing to prioritise one discipline over another. Salmistraro’s work is driven by an architectural understanding of form and a deeply emotional approach to objects, where colour, texture, and narrative are not applied as surface treatments but embedded into the design process itself. Her objects often feel animated, expressive, and intentionally imperfect, shaped by cultural re

At Ashoka University, a new bamboo pavilion titled The Hungry Caterpillar introduces an alternative way of thinking about campus infrastructure, material responsibility, and everyday student spaces. Designed by Apoorva Shroff, the project takes the form of a pavilion rather than a conventional building, allowing it to function as both an architectural intervention and a lived-in environment. The pavilion spans approximately 650 square meters and is constructed entirely from b

Falmec has introduced updated versions of its Virgola under-cabinet cooker hood, presenting the Virgola Touch Comfort and Virgola No-Drop Comfort models. The new versions focus on acoustic performance and vapour management while retaining the compact integrated format designed for concealed kitchen installation. The Virgola Comfort models incorporate a soundproof chamber within the hood structure. This chamber is lined with noise-absorbing material positioned around the motor

Wall/Pepper® has presented a preview of its upcoming 2026 catalogue at Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026, introducing a series of new graphic surface designs developed as part of its continuous wallcovering programme. The new graphics expand the company’s visual library and explore different compositional and environmental references applied to architectural surfaces. The new designs are organised as individual visual environments, each defined by a distinct graphic approach. Bor

et al. will present the Nuy chair, designed by Marco Acerbis, as part of its preview for Salone del Mobile.Milano 2026. The chair expands the company’s seating collection and reflects its continued focus on wood construction, structural visibility, and hospitality-oriented furniture design. The defining feature of the Nuy chair is its ash wood frame, developed around an inverted “Y” configuration. This structural element forms the central support system of the chair and distr

Häfele has introduced the Kallisto Series of cookerhoods and hobs, expanding its range of kitchen appliances designed to integrate with contemporary interior environments. The series focuses on combining appliance functionality with surface finishes and control systems that align with modern kitchen layouts. A defining feature of the Kallisto Series is the Shadowstone finish, developed as a surface treatment for both cookerhoods and hobs. This finish uses a dark grey base ton

The Balcoon bathroom collection, designed by Patricia Urquiola for Duravit, brings together ceramic, furniture, and fittings within a single design system defined by geometric layering and material contrast. The range includes washbasins, toilets, bidets, furniture consoles, bathtubs, and faucets, developed to function as a coordinated bathroom environment rather than as individual standalone products. The collection is structured around a recurring formal principle based on

Falmec has expanded its induction hob range with the introduction of a refined matt black finish, aligning with the growing preference for soft, tactile surfaces in contemporary kitchen design. The new finish offers a satin, velvety texture that feels smooth to the touch while delivering a distinctly understated visual appeal. Beyond aesthetics, the matt surface is designed to enhance everyday usability. The finish significantly reduces the visibility of fingerprints, smudges

As conversations around hygiene and safety continue to shape the way homes function, kitchen appliances are evolving to meet these new expectations. Hafele’s Valeriya Semi-Integrated Built-In Dishwasher reflects this shift, introducing a feature designed specifically for families who prioritise health without compromising on convenience. At the centre of the appliance is the Hygiene 72°C Wash Programme , a high-temperature cycle that keeps the wash at 72°C long enough to elim

As homes shift toward more open, fluid layouts, the kitchen has become a central space rather than a separate room. This change has pushed kitchen design toward cleaner lines and uninterrupted surfaces, and Hafele’s new Profin Gola Profiles fit directly into this movement. The profiles allow handle-less cabinetry, giving modern kitchens the calm, streamlined look that contemporary interiors increasingly rely on. The Profin system is built around precise engineering. Hafele h

For almost a century, Turri has defined Italian luxury through craftsmanship, precision, and timeless design. Founded in 1925 in the heart of Brianza, the brand continues to evolve while preserving the artistry that shaped its legacy. In an exclusive interview with Design Diary International, Andrea Turri, CEO of the company , speaks about Turri’s journey from its artisanal origins to its modern expression of luxury, and how the brand continues to unite tradition with contem

When two creative worlds meet with quiet confidence, something lasting takes shape. Frette’s new collaboration with interior designer Tara Bernerd, titled ‘Disrupting Architecture,’ brings together a century-old heritage of Italian craftsmanship with a distinctly modern architectural eye. The result is a collection of jacquard-woven throws and cushions that look and feel timeless, designed not just to decorate a home but to define the way it’s experienced. Frette has spent ov

For more than a century, Poltrona Frau has turned craftsmanship into a language of quiet precision. Its latest collaboration, with Six N. Five—the Barcelona-based studio led by Argentine digital artist Ezequiel Pini—extends that legacy into a new dimension: light as emotion, design as poetry. The partnership, revealed with The Five Seasons 2025 collection, is built around two sculptural lamps that explore how digital imagination can find tangible form. Moonbeam and Foliage ar

Poltrona Frau has unveiled the DressCove Night System, an evolved interpretation of the wardrobe and walk-in closet that can be now...