Italian design in furniture, lighting, objects and more is renowned – but oddly has never received much recognition from Italy itself. That is about to change, because on April 9th the new Museum of Italian Design opens its doors to the public for the first time.

Designed by Michele De Lucchi of the famed Memphis group, the showcase of design is located on the ground floor of the La Triennale di Milano in the Parco Sempione. Its premiere exhibit, The Obsessions of Italian Design, showcases objects from the Triennale’s historical collection, as well as films from six directors.