MOSCAPARTNERS
VARIATIONS
Palazzo Litta
Milano Design Week
20—26 April 2026

The Concept: Metamorphosis

The theme chosen for 2026, Metamorphosis, is conceived as a transformation driven by experimentation, by the development of new materials, and by the technologies available to us today. The challenge for the design world is to interpret contemporary scenarios and envision future ones. If on one hand, the reference point is the human being, with their needs and desires, on the other hand, it is crucial to reflect on our relationship with the planet, its resources, and the way we interact with our surroundings, fostering a virtuous connection among the many dimensions of life.

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The Venue: Palazzo Litta

The history, the neighborhood and the spaces

Palazzo Litta, one of Milan’s most iconic historical buildings, is characterized by its Baroque style and architectural richness, a 18th-century façade on Corso Magenta, a majestic grand staircase, internal courtyards and a garden that opens towards Foro Bonaparte. Palazzo Litta houses the Milanese offices of the Italian Ministry of Culture. The architectural complex includes also Teatro Litta, the oldest working theatre in Milan, used for cultural events and performances.
MoscaPartners exhibitions at Palazzo Litta have become a popular destination for Milano Design Week audience and a must-see places during the week of Salone del Mobile (Milano).

The Author: Lina Ghotmeh

The Lebanese-born architect selected by MoscaPartners

Born in Beirut in the 1980s, Lina Ghotmeh has developed an architectural approach she calls an “Archaeology of the Future”, weaving memory, landscape, and space, deeply influenced by the cultural and historical context of her hometown. Educated at the American University of Beirut and the École Spéciale d’Architecture in Paris, where she later taught, she has shaped a practice that combines rigor, poetry, and a strong sense of place. Her multicultural background informs a constant engagement with contemporary issues, leading her to lecture and teach internationally. Ghotmeh has received major global recognition, including TIME100 Next 2025, the Gold Award at Expo 2025 Osaka for the Bahrain Pavilion, the Great Arab Minds Award (2023), and several prestigious architecture prizes.