A week of meetings, exhibitions and urban walks to explore how architecture can combat inequality in contemporary cities. From 27th October to 2nd November
Mattia Parodi: Renaissance and metaphysics

Finlandia, 2014
Matteo Parodi’s photographs interpret decorative objects by Piero Fornasetti blending the figures and shapes, but with a 20th century vibe
A recurring theme runs through Mattia Parodi's portfolio: the designs of Piero Fornasetti. It could be pure happenstance but the landscapes depict Urbino, Italianate gardens, colonnades conjuring up the same Renaissance imagery set against the same, slightly disquieting metaphysical backdrop. The sweep of Urbino’s environs unfolds over diverse planes and elevations: a blurred glimpse of the city at dusk; the ramparts; the Ducal Palace with its distinctive twin turrets at once daunting and harmless as a kids’ castle in a playground. All joined together by scaffolding, work in progress. Likewise, an idyllic river plays out visually in a sequence shot with groups of bathers on the brink of enkindling narratives, the views stretching as far as the eye can see with dawn breaking into perfection on a summer’s day. Later, in the waning light, a hut serving no known purpose swells from the most mundane of images to a poignant detail.

Pop design for children and teenagers: play becomes furnishings
When it comes to furnishing spaces for kids and teens, the strongest topic in recent years is clear: Pop design.

ADI Design Index 2025: the Compasso d'Oro nominees
Ahead of the Compasso d'Oro 2025, the ADI Design Index 2025 selection was presented at the ADI Design Museum. The selected projects, from various categories and disciplines, will be exhibited in Milan and, for the first time, in Agrigento, the Italian Capital of Culture 2025.