Italian Decor
Italian Decor · 15 January 2026
Gone are the days when kitchens were purely functional spaces. Today’s kitchens have evolved into welcoming areas for cooking, dining, socialising, and entertaining. While stainless steel remains a favourite material, its combination with wood adds a warm, inviting touch. Leading designers are moving away from neutral palettes and instead embracing saturated colours and distinctive surfaces—think burgundy marble, striking wood grains, and hand-glazed tiles.
Italian Decor · 31 December 2025
Colour palettes for 2026 highlight warm neutrals with bold accents like green and terracotta. These earthy tones foster a connection to nature. Pantone’s "Cloud Dancer," a bright white, enhances space while adding warmth. Italian furniture trends from brands like Living Divani and B&B Italia prioritise soft, curved shapes and sustainable materials. This biophilic design approach incorporates real plants and natural materials, emphasising signature pieces and modular designs.
Italian Decor · 22 December 2025
The ideal Christmas table reflects your chosen style—elegant, rustic, or modern. In Italy for 2025, trending options include sophisticated black-and-white or cozy traditional red-and-green. You can add a Sicilian touch with the Carretto pattern from the Dolce & Gabbana Christmas collection. For a rustic vibe, use wooden elements along with fresh fir and pinecones. The key is to create a harmonious atmosphere by selecting colours and details that showcase your personal style for the holidays.
Italian Decor · 20 October 2025
At Six Senses Rome, a luxury hotel created within a restored 15th-century palazzo, Palazzo Salviati Cesi Mellini,in the heart of the city, guests can enjoy an authentic yet unexpected experience. Part of the IHG Collection, this hotel is strategically located just a short walk from the Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain. It beautifully blends Roman history with modern luxury, honouring the city's culture and heritage.
Italian Decor · 07 October 2025
Portofino boasts some of the most stunning Villas with exceptional sea views in Italy. The vistas are only surpassed by extraordinary, elegant, and stylish interior designs. As shown here with Villa Badia redesign by Architect Serena Mignatti and Villa Beatrice transformed by Martin Brudnizki Design Studio, as part of the Splendido Hotel in Portofino.
Italian Decor · 23 September 2025
Giorgio Armani found a tranquil retreat in 1981 on Pantelleria, a volcanic island between Sicily and Tunisia, known for its scrubland and dammusi—homes made from lava stone. He chose this island for its elegant vibe. Spanning 84 km², Pantelleria is often called the 'daughter of the winds.' The volcanic stone walls keep interiors cool, while white roofs insulate from the sun. The furniture—vintage, designer, or from Armani/Casa—features simple designs with natural materials and clean lines.
Italian Decor · 04 August 2025
The one-euro houses concept in Italy continues as municipalities address the issue of beautiful, historic properties in disrepair. These buildings often require significant restoration investments, attracting buyers passionate about cultural preservation. We’ll highlight several examples of stylishly renovated one-euro houses in Sicily that adhere to local historical requirements.
Italian Decor · 15 May 2025
The 19th International Architecture Exhibition will be held in Venice from May 10 to November 23, 2025, curated by architect Carlo Ratti. The theme, 'Intelligens: Natural. Artificial. Collective.' will be explored through four sub-themes: Transdisciplinarity, Living Lab, Space for Ideas, and Circularity Protocol. Additionally, there will be suggestions for unique places to stay, eat, or have breakfast that reflect the artistic vibe of the Biennale.
Italian Decor · 17 April 2025
Last week, Milan hosted its annual Milan Design Week—Salone del Mobile, which attracted a record 302,000 visitors, with 68% coming from 151 countries. The fair celebrated innovative design and the principle of sustainability, with various installations using unexpected materials like cork, recycled scrap, and bamboo, as in Gucci's exhibition. Soft shades and earthy colours once again take centre stage. Curves dominate the scene as sharp edges disappear, giving way to soft, enveloping lines.
Italian Decor · 27 March 2025
The Milan Salone del Mobile 2025 will occur from April 7–13, 2025. The week will include the Salone del Mobile furniture fair, Fuorisalone, and other events. The theme for 2025 is "Thought for Humans". The city fills with showroom parties, exhibitions, installations, and more. The main design districts in Milan include the Brera Design District, Durini Design District, Porta Venezia Design District, Sarpi Design District and Tortona. The fair is open to architects, press and design buyers.