PASTEL COLOURS

Throughout the show many designers continue to incorporate light washed out pastel hues. They mix these colours with natural textures and neutralized marbles and ceramics to create an overall modern serenity in the space.

Credits: Toyo Ito designs interior, Luca Nichetto, Dutch designer Roos Gomperts, Patricia Urquiola

SHIMMER & IRIDESCENT EFFECTS

Milan showcased a range of new technology incorporated into the various new lighting methods. Alongside with the popular use of plastics, colours became almost iridescent and unique as they shimmer to the viewers.

Credits: Studio WM, Patricia Urquiola, Designer Inga Sempé, Baptiste Fastrez

MARBLE REVIVAL

The marbled patterns and its smooth texture was a popular trend among many exhibitors in the show. Combined with natural elements such as wood and industrial elements, designers can reinvent a classic material in a modern way. This is one trend that will be staying.

Credits: Designer Ben Storms

GLASS CRAFTSMANSHIP

Glass has a unique feature that offers viewers a new spectrum of colours. Designers find creative outlet combining glass with opaque materials to create interesting furniture, décor, and lighting.

Credits: V8 Designers, Pia Wüstenberg, Switch Modern “diapositive” glass benches