Miele Partners with Architectural Digest to Unveil The AD Salotto Presented By Miele During Milan Design Week

Miele joins forces with design authority Architectural Digest for takeover of iconic Milan institution, Marchesi 1824

Miele, the world’s leading manufacturer of premium domestic appliances, has partnered with international authority on design, Architectural Digest, to co-host  the AD Salotto Presented by Miele, a one-day takeover featuring curated programming, complimentary coffee and pastries, brand takeaways, and exclusive industry gatherings at the iconic Marchesi 1824 café on April 21, during Milan Design Week.

At the height of Salone del Mobile, Miele and Architectural Digest have transformed one of Milan’s most prestigious cafés – Marchesi 1824, located in the iconic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II – into a refined, design-forward hospitality experience. Long celebrated for its Italian heritage, craftsmanship, and timeless elegance, the Prada Group-owned café serves as the backdrop for a full day of immersive brand engagement with the global architecture and design community.

“This collaboration with the Architectural Digest team underscores Miele's continued investment in design leadership and community relationships,” said Cathy Grayson-Roper, Vice President Marketing for Miele USA and Mexico. “We look forward to offering an iconic setting and a meaningful platform to connect with designers, architects, creatives, and tastemakers from around the world during Milan Design Week.”

The AD Salotto at Marchesi 1824, Presented by Miele | April 21, 2026

Marchesi 1824 | Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, 20121 Milano MI, Italy

The AD Salotto experience will be open to the public from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Throughout the day, the café welcomes Milan Design Week attendees to enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries while engaging with curated design moments and programming.

“Milan Design Week is more than a calendar moment—it’s where ideas surface and culture converges,” said Amy Astley, Architectural Digest Global Editorial Director. “Being present places brands and designers in direct conversation with a global audience that is actively seeking inspiration. It offers unparalleled visibility, meaningful engagement, and the power to be part of a shared moment in time defined by forward-thinking, like‑minded creatives.”

The day will continue with further programming including  an invitation-only lunch hour panel event on the evolving intersection of design, innovation, and contemporary living in kitchen design will be hosted by Amy Astley, in conversation with AD Italy Head of Editorial Content Asad Syrkett, AD100 Designers Adam Charlap Hyman and Sophie Dries, and Miele Executive Director of Marketing and Sales, Dr. Axel Kniehl. The day concludes with an invitation-only networking reception, convening industry leaders, global creatives, and key partners. The evening serves as a celebratory moment of connection and exchange, further strengthening Miele’s presence within the international design community.

Through its partnership with Architectural Digest, Miele continues to deepen engagement with the A&D community, bringing together design, hospitality, and innovation in one of the world’s most influential creative capitals.

In addition to AD Salotto, Milan Design Week attendees are invited to experience Miele’s “Designed to Move with You” exhibition at EuroCucina (Pavilion 4, Stand C07 D14, 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM) and visit the Miele Experience Center (Corso Garibaldi 99, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM) through Sunday, April 26. The exhibition is an immersive experience combining design, technology, and culinary culture to present a new vision of the kitchen as a space that adapts, evolves, and accompanies everyday life.

About Miele

Since 1899, Miele has lived up to its brand promise “Immer Besser” in terms of quality, innovation, and timeless elegance. The globally active company for premium domestic appliances delights customers with pioneering solutions for the connected home. In addition, Miele offers appliances, systems and services for commercial use, such as in hotels or care facilities as well as in medical technology. With its durable and energy-saving appliances, Miele helps its customers make their daily lives as sustainable as possible. The company is owned by the two founding families, Miele and Zinkann. Its global network comprises 19 production plants and 49 service and sales subsidiaries (as of March 2026). The company has its headquarters in Gütersloh, North Rhine-Westphalia.

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