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A TASTE OF ITALY

UXURY, high-quality design is an intrinsic part of Italy’s heritage, deeply rooted in its DNA. To this day, Italian design is celebrated for its time-honoured craftsmanship and use of the very best materials. There’s often a buzz in Italy at this time of year, for it is when design enthusiasts flock to Milan for the annual Salone del Mobile exhibition to discover the very best from the design world. It’s a fair like no other; immerse yourself in the enormous exhibition halls, located west of the city centre, where you will be presented with both new and well-established brands and makers. Or sip on an Aperol spritz within the cobbled streets of the design districts, such as Brera, while unearthing an intriguing world of interiors

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