Molteni&C is internationally recognised for its outstanding designs. But despite the Brianza-based company’s global reach, Lombardy is still home. And it’s here, in Milan on Via Manzoni, that it has opened its most impressive offering yet: Palazzo Molteni. Set in a former 19th-century family residence, this seven-floor flagship was renovated under the direction of the brand’s creative director, Vincent van Duysen. Here, Giulia Molteni, head of marketing and communication, tells Monocle all about the brand’s newest outpost.

What was your ambition with Palazzo Molteni?
Palazzo Molteni isn’t simply a place to showcase furniture – it’s a home, a cultural destination and a Milanese residence. The idea was to create the house of a collector, where design, art and architecture all come together. Walking in, you step into an elegant private residence, where every piece has been chosen with intention.

How is this vision reflected?
Each floor is designed as a distinct apartment, showing how our collections adapt to different styles of living. The ground floor is more formal, while upper levels are softer and more intimate. Vincent played with natural materials and layered textures, using light to define the atmosphere in a way that evolves throughout the day. 

Why was celebrating culture and design important?
Design is never isolated – it sits at the intersection of architecture, art and craftsmanship. Palazzo Molteni reflects that by fostering connections between them. We partnered with Galleria Massimo De Carlo, one of Italy’s leading contemporary art galleries, to curate works that engage with the space. And we launched a new Gio Ponti collection, celebrating his legacy and close relationship with Molteni&C. The Palazzo also houses a library of architecture, design and Milanese history – as a home isn’t just about furniture, it’s about ideas.
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