The new Mondadori Bookstore covers 140 square metres and features a modern layout with areas dedicated to different literary genres. Visitors are welcomed by a team of booksellers and a catalogue of around 9,000 titles, from great classics to bestsellers, spanning fiction, non-fiction and international works.

“We are delighted to join the Mondadori Store family and to bring this important project to Bagheria, a city we love and value both as entrepreneurs and as citizens,” said Gioia Piazza, Mondadori Store franchisee. “Our aim is to create a new cultural space dedicated to books and entertainment, capable of fostering a genuine passion for reading,” she added.

Bagheria’s Mondadori Bookstore stocks all the latest releases and features dedicated themed areas designed to suit every reader’s tastes, including We are Junior,, a space for younger readers with educational games and illustrated books to spark their imagination; Just Comics, dedicated to the world of manga and graphic novels; My New Romance, a new concept for fans of romance, one of today’s most popular literary genres; as well as a wide selection of stationery, toys, gadgets and gift cards.

The Mondadori Bookstore in Bagheria also serves readers online. Customers can keep up to date via its Instagram and Facebook pages, and can contact the bookshop through the digital services on  Mondadoristore.it to check availability, place orders, collect in store or arrange home delivery.  Services also include Zeercle, which allows customers to sell books, CDs, vinyl records, physical video games, DVDs and Blu-ray discs in exchange for a gift card equivalent to the assessed value, redeemable in store and on mondadoristore.it

Mondadori Store is Italy’s largest network of bookshops, with more than 500 outlets across the country, from major cities to smaller towns. A nationwide cultural presence, the network operates under the Mondadori Bookstore brand through both directly managed and franchised stores, alongside company-owned bookshops including Mondadori Bookstore | MA, Mondadori Duomo and Rizzoli Milano. Mondadori Store is also active online through its e-commerce website Mondadoristore.it and its book club offering.

MONDADORI BOOKSTORE

Address: 106 Corso Butera, 90011, Bagheria, PA Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 9.00 am to 1.00/4.00 pm to 8.00 pm

Telephone: 375.6508998 E-mail: mondadoribagheria@gmail.com IG – FB

The bookstore, presented this morning by Carmine Perna, Chief Executive Officer of Mondadori Retail, together with Alessia Cappello, Councillor for Economic Development and Employment Policies, and Emmanuel Conte, Councillor for Budget, State Property and the Extraordinary Housing Plan of the Municipality of Milan, will open to the public at 5.30 pm following the traditional ribbon cutting ceremony.

“The Mondadori Bookstore on Corso Buenos Aires is located in a place that is emblematic of everyday life in Milan: a highly visible, high footfall space designed for a broad and diverse audience,” said Carmine Perna, Chief Executive Officer of Mondadori Retail. “It represents another growth opportunity for our network, with the aim of opening 30 bookstores in 2026, both directly managed and franchised. This confirms our commitment to creating meeting places and promoting reading within the community,” Perna concluded.

The Mondadori Bookstore on Corso Buenos Aires enriches the cultural offering of the bookstore network of the Mondadori Group company in central Milan, joining the flagship Mondadori Duomo store in Piazza Duomo, the iconic Rizzoli Milano in Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, recently renovated last May, as well as the bookstores in Crocetta and Via Marghera.

With this new opening, Mondadori Store, Italy’s largest bookstore network, brings its total number of outlets in Lombardy to 56, including both directly operated stores and franchises, of which 13 are in Milan, with a presence also in residential areas from Lambrate to Bicocca and Cascina Merlata, as well as in neighbourhoods with strong local services such as San Gottardo and Rombon, where a new neighbourhood bookstore concept has recently been opened inside a redeveloped covered market.

A RICH CULTURAL OFFERING In dialogue with its urban surroundings, the new Mondadori Bookstore features 12 shopfront windows overlooking Corso Buenos Aires and Piazza Lima, and covers an area of 350 square metres. The spacious and bright environment has been designed as a welcoming place for readers of all generations. Among the shelves, every visitor will find content that best suits their interests, thanks to a catalogue of around 20,000 titles, from classics to bestsellers, including fiction, non-fiction, general interest and international books.

The bookshop brings together all the latest releases alongside dedicated thematic areas designed to meet the tastes of every reader, such asWe are Junior, , a space for younger audiences featuring educational games and illustrated books to spark imagination through engaging stories; Just Comics, the section dedicated to the manga and comics phenomenon; and My New Romance, a new concept for those who enjoy the romanceuniverse, one of today’s most popular literary genres. The store also offers a wide selection of stationery, toys, music, gadgets and gift cards.

With the aim of fostering the cultural fabric of the Milanese neighbourhood and one of Europe’s longest shopping streets, the Mondadori Bookstore on Corso Buenos Aires will host initiatives and events designed to create opportunities for engagement and participation. Starting today at 6 pm, author Cordelia Evora will meet readers and sign copies of her latest book Bitter Sweet (Sperling & Kupfer).

Upcoming events include three book signings: on 11 May at 5 pm, singer Rob, winner of the latest edition of X Factor, on the occasion of the release of her new EP “CHAOS PERFETTO”; on 24 May at 3 pm, Corinne Wilson with The Last Meeting (Sperling & Kupfer), dedicated to all romance readers; and on 26 May at 6.30 pm, comic artist Jordi Lafebre with Io sono un angelo perduto (Bao Publishing).

SERVICES The Mondadori Bookstore on Corso Buenos Aires also caters to readers online. Customers can stay updated via its Instagram and Facebook pages. In addition, they can get in touch with the store through the digital services on  Mondadoristore.it to check book availability. Among the available services is Zeercle, which allows customers to sell books, as well as CDs, vinyl records, physical video games, DVDs and Blu-rays, receiving in return a gift card corresponding to the value of the items, which can be used in bookstores and on mondadoristore.it

Mondadori Store is Italy’s largest network of bookshops, with more than 500 outlets across the country, from major cities to smaller towns. A nationwide cultural presence, the network operates under the Mondadori Bookstore brand through both directly managed and franchised stores, alongside company-owned bookshops including Mondadori Bookstore | MA, Mondadori Duomo and Rizzoli Milano. Mondadori Store is also active online through its e-commerce website Mondadoristore.it and its book club offering.

MONDADORI BOOKSTORE Address: Corso Buenos Aires 48, 20124, Milan, MI Opening hours: Mon–Sat 9.00 am to 8.00 pm; Sun 10.00 am to 8.00 pm Telephone: 02 8739 3160 E-mail: libreria.milanobuenosaires@mondadori.it IG – FB

The special “Parole in musica” (Words in Music) event will take place on the stage of the Aula Magna at the University of Milan (Via Festa del Perdono 7). It promises to be an unmissable opportunity for Milan Design Week visitors and enthusiasts to attend a live conversation with one of the most beloved artists on the Italian and French music scenes. Admission is free, subject to availability.

Riccardo Cocciante, a timeless artist and internationally renowned composer, will join Aldo Vitali, Editor-in-Chief of TV Sorrisi e Canzoni, to discuss his new album “Ho vent’anni con te”, released on 13 March, the relaunch of the tour of the celebrated popular opera Notre Dame de Paris, and a forthcoming series of concerts that will see him perform from June in some of Italy’s most evocative venues.

Cocciante will also perform live for the audience, singing some of his best-known songs, including “Margherita”, the iconic track now celebrating its 50th anniversary.

Social media, editorial brands and creators remain the main point of reference for young Italian beauty lover consumers, while the use of Artificial Intelligence, although increasing compared to 2025, is still marginal.

These are some of the findings emerging from the survey “AI vs Human Touch: the impact of Artificial Intelligence on New Gen beauty consumption”, presented in preview at the Pambianco Beauty Summit 2026 and conducted by The Wom Beauty Lab, the permanent digital observatory developed by The Wom in collaboration with the Sylla Research Institute under the scientific supervision of Professor Furio Camillo.

The research, based on responses from 850 beauty enthusiasts aged between 14 and 35, provides an updated snapshot of the evolution of behaviours, preferences and consumption patterns among younger generations.

Beauty information remains strongly social-first: 9 in 10 respondents say they use social media for information (72% on Instagram among 25 to 35 year olds, 52% on TikTok among 14 to 18 year olds). At the same time, openness towards Artificial Intelligence is growing: 12% say they use it to inform themselves or guide product choices, a figure that has doubled compared to 2025, but is still marginal.

The beauty sector remains highly relational and expertise-driven, with a strong digital component: 1 in 2 respondents continues to rely on creators and editorial brands to discover new products, confirming a need for trust and credibility. Another key finding is that 9 in 10 women rely on online reviews (up 15% compared to 2025), confirming the central role of digital platforms in the decision-making process.

Brand strength continues to play a key role in purchasing decisions, with increasing loyalty: brand awareness influences choices for 4 in 5 women across the sample, regardless of age, up 6% compared to 2025. Among other rising factors, packaging is up 7% and sustainability is also up 7%, both for packaging and product.

One trend worth noting is “dupe beauty”: 4 in 10 young women look for affordable versions of viral luxury products.

Artificial intelligence as a beauty consultant? 7 in 10 women are open to the idea, while 3 in 10 remain sceptical.

Are AI-based virtual tools useful? 7 in 10 use them only for entertainment, not as real support in product selection.

For over 9 in 10 women (96%), AI alone is not enough to drive a purchase. Human involvement is needed to find the most suitable product, either tested “on their own skin” or reviewed by beauty editors, creators, experts and real people.

Looking ahead, as AI becomes increasingly present, what will make a brand valuable for younger generations? For 6 in 10 women, the answer is values such as transparency, authenticity and unfiltered communication. For just over 4 in 10, immersive in-person experiences that allow them to touch products and interact directly with experts are key.

What are the main fears among young beauty consumers regarding an increasingly AI-driven beauty world? The top concern is emotional detachment: over 3 in 10 fear a world without the warmth of human advice and real experience. In second place is homogenisation and loss of individuality, for over 2 in 10.

From the analysis of the survey findings, 4 distinct psychographic profiles of young women can be identified in relation to their use of artificial intelligence:

27% — THE CONSCIOUS DEMANDERS: open to technology but only accept AI if transparent.

26% — THE TECH-FRIENDLY: innovation-oriented, see AI as a helpful tool.

19% — THE DETACHED: low emotional and technological engagement.

28% — THE AUTHENTIC DIGITAL-FREE: strongly focused on authenticity and sceptical towards AI.

According to the survey conducted by The Wom Beauty Lab, “AI vs Human Touch: the impact of Artificial Intelligence on New Gen beauty consumption”, the future of beauty is emerging as a blend of technology and human touch, in which younger generations seek a balance between innovation and authenticity. AI is perceived as a useful support tool, but not a substitute for human connection. Curiosity, but not total trust.

The Wom Beauty Lab represents a unique case in the Italian landscape. Thanks to the privileged vantage point of The Wom community (over 10 million followers in target) and the expertise of Sylla, it is able to analyse and understand in depth the tastes and preferences of Gen Z and young Millennials, offering brands and companies a compass to navigate the evolving beauty market, with a focus on new generations.

For more information: thewombeautylab.it

The Wom is the leading social magazine for Italian women, dedicated to the younger generation and focused on sharing real stories while promoting self-acceptance. It is a reference point for young women on Instagram, with a total fanbase of over 10 million followers, and reaches more than 9 million unique users per month across web and social channels (Comscore Social Incremental Reach, average of the last 3 months). The Wom Beauty is the first vertical channel dedicated to young beauty enthusiasts, offering content on skincare, make-up and haircare presented in a social media-first style.

The Wom Beauty Lab represents a unique initiative within the Italian landscape. Thanks to the privileged vantage point provided by The Wom community and the expertise of the Sylla Research Institute, it is able to analyse, explore and gain in-depth understanding of the tastes and preferences of Gen Z and young Millennials, offering institutions, organisations, brands and companies data and insights to help them navigate the growing interest in beauty among younger generations.

The Sylla Research Institute specialises in the design and delivery of market research studies. The Scientific Director of the Institute is Professor Furio Camillo.

Spanning multiple venues across the city, INTERNI MATERIAE offers more than an exhibition programme. It becomes a shared cultural statement and a privileged vantage point from which to observe the evolving landscape of contemporary design, highlighting the role of material as a bridge between innovation, responsibility and imagination.

The University of Milan, the Brera Botanical Garden, Audi X Zaha Hadid Architects at Portrait Milano, Eataly Milano Smeraldo and Urban Up | Unipol at De Castillia 23 serve as the focal points of a narrative involving more than 50 architects, designers and Italian and international companies from over 10 countries, invited to interpret material not as mere substance, but as the language of design and as a means of promoting relationships between space, body, time and society.

Our exhibition-event explores material not only as a construction element, but as a creative and cultural principle from which everything begins,” explains Gilda Bojardi, editor-in-chief of INTERNI. “The Latin meaning of Materiae inspires a multidisciplinary journey bringing together architects, designers and artists in projects that combine natural and artificial, tradition and innovation, technology and artificial intelligence. The support of companies, both within the sector and beyond, is essential in enabling works driven by research, experimentation and a commitment to a more sustainable future. As a result, materials become tools for storytelling, memory and innovation, shaping collective projects capable of imagining new possibilities for the world ahead.”

Installations, thematic exhibitions and micro-architectures by some of the most prominent names on the international stage, including Zaha Hadid Architects, BIG – Bjarke Ingels Group, Snøhetta, AMDL CIRCLE and Michele De Lucchi, Paola Navone, Alessandro Scandurra, MAD, Piero Lissoni, Wu Bin, alongside emerging voices in design research, come together in a collective exploration spanning art, architecture, design, technology and science.

INTERNI MATERIAE is one of the key initiatives organised by the Municipality of Milan for Design Week and FuoriSalone 2026, the latter having been launched in 1990 on the initiative of Gilda Bojardi and internationally recognised as the leading event for international design and architecture.

INTERNI MATERIAE will be officially presented on Monday 20 April at 2.30pm in the Aula Magna of the University of Milan, via Festa del Perdono 7.  In addition to the designers, the press conference will be attended by: Marina Brambilla, Rector of the University of Milan; Tommaso Sacchi, Milan City Councillor for Culture; and Alessia Cappello, City Councillor for Economic Development and Labour Policies. Contributions will also come from Antonio Porro, Chief Executive of the Mondadori Group, and Timm Barlet, Director of Audi Italia and co-producer of the event. The conference will open with Gilda Bojardi, Editor of INTERNI, who will present the theme of the exhibition. The event will be moderated by design curator Silvana Annicchiarico.

Matter is never neutral. It holds traces, produces consequences and activates relationships. INTERNI’s exhibition-event explores this theme not merely as a support for form, but as the core of a narrative that brings together technology and craftsmanship, nature and artifice, industry and poetic vision. Each installation becomes an independent chapter, while also forming part of a broader story in which visitors are invited to move through, pause within and actively engage with the experience.

Within the spaces of Portrait Milano, alongside INTERNI for the 13th consecutive year, Audi gives voice to the technologies and visions shaping the future, placing mobility at the centre of social debate and expressing its ability to interpret the needs of a world in constant transformation.

Audi’s vision meets the signature style of Zaha Hadid Architects in Origin, an installation that operates as a manifesto of contemporary architecture, in perfect alignment with the brand’s values of innovation and progress. Set within the courtyard of the former Archiepiscopal Seminary of Milan, a key venue of Milan Design Week, the project establishes a critical and innovative dialogue with history, becoming a lens through which to interpret the principles of the brand’s new design philosophy. The project marks a new narrative direction: just over six months after the debut of Concept C, the Four Rings brand has chosen to express itself through the principles of clarity, technical precision, intelligence and emotion.

In an era dominated by visual noise, Origin works through reduction and synthesis. It is a form of architecture “on the edge”, which distils the essence of progress by stripping away the superfluous to reveal purity of intent and define a new visual paradigm. The object’s surface – a matte metallic skin recalling the emotional and technical coolness of titanium – is designed to react. It does not impose itself on its surroundings but absorbs their colours and forms; applying the conceptual logic of the mirror, it returns a transformed reflection of the surrounding historic building. Here lies the curatorial strength of the project: its ability to transform a high-tech piece of material into a sensitive instrument, capable of mediating between the algorithmic future and the warmth of Baroque stone.

The experience offered to visitors is deliberately opposed to the sense of speed that is nonetheless part of the brand’s DNA – from Formula 1 circuits to the performance of the new RS 5, interpretations of hybrid technology at the highest level of motorsport and on the road, presented to the Italian public for the first time, showing how performance can evolve and remain emotionally engaging without sacrificing responsible efficiency. Origin invites active reflection. As visitors move through the pavilion, the space is constantly reshaped by a light design that evolves from dawn to dusk: architecture becomes a living organism. In this sense, the installation goes beyond the function of a simple exhibition pavilion to become a manifesto for a new design philosophy. Inside, multimedia light and sound experiences convey the German brand’s values of progress, ethical awareness and technological innovation. Rather than celebrating technology for its own sake, the installation explores the emotional impact of precision and quality, from the smallest to the largest detail. Cutting-edge materials are used here to shape future behaviours, not only in mobility, but above all in the conscious actions needed to inhabit the contemporary world. Audi and Zaha Hadid Architects suggest that the future is not a distant place, but an origin to be continually rediscovered, through clarity of gesture and the truth of material. An invitation to slow down in an increasingly fast-paced world, in order to finally experience what is essential.

The historic headquarters of the University of Milan is transformed into a true collective narrative, in which matter reveals itself through light, architecture, technology, artistic gesture and industrial experimentation. Courtyards, porticoes, loggias and transitional spaces host a constellation of installations that interact with one another in a continuous flow, shaping a multi-sensory experience.

The journey begins at the façade, where Luce Massiccia alla Statale, conceived by Alexander Maria Bellman of Gruppo C14 ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN STUDIO, explores how light and material work together as inseparable elements. Produced in collaboration with ILTI Luce, part of Nemo Group, the instillation draws inspiration from massive stars and quantum theory, transforming cosmic energy into a contemporary design language. Through Miniflux digital lighting elements, light becomes a shaping force, defining and sculpting the university’s architectural space. The result is a striking and harmonious installation that enhances walls, vaults and columns, conveying a distant energy that takes form and becomes a tangible experience for those who move through it.

Visitors will then encounter Regeneration, a polychrome ceramic pyramidal sculpture (2.1 × 1.9 × h 1.6 m) realised by Bertozzi & Casoni for Galleria Deambrogi Milano. This monumental, one-of-a-kind composition symbolises renewal and care. At its centre, a gorilla cradles a deer in its arms, its hands open towards the viewer in a gesture reminiscent of a Pietà, evoking feelings of empathy, compassion and acceptance akin to those inspired by sacred imagery. The gorilla represents strength and protection, the deer beauty and grace, while the soiled mattresses at the base symbolise human contradiction. The sculpture creates a striking aesthetic tension: although it engages with complex themes, it draws the eye through its composition and harmonious colours, enriched by small goldcrest birds. At its core, it speaks of compassion, sharing and beauty, drawing the viewer into the piece.

At the entrance hall of the Aula Magna, visitors will then encounter Innesti, an installation designed by Silvio De Ponte for Idealverde, exploring the shift from lifeless to living matter. Built from interwoven reclaimed wooden slats, it forms a porous structure reminiscent of nests or root systems, where plants and climbers become essential components. The installation expresses three states of matter: recovered, organised and living. Warm light and scents complete the sensory experience, creating a constantly evolving perceptual landscape.

Inside the Aula Magna hall, matter is presented as a conscious process. Sony Group Creative Center (Sony Group Corporation), in collaboration with Setsu & Shinobu Ito, presents Esquisse, a reflection on raw material through a collection of modular furnishings made with Sony-developed materials, including Original Blended Material and Triporous. Texture, imperfection and tactile qualities emerge without mediation, establishing a direct dialogue between design, matter and environmental responsibility. Kaleido by MAD (Ma Yansong and Andrea D’Antrassi) for Canva explores the relationship between light, colour and artificial intelligence. In a space of fragmented light and reflections, AI acts as a prism transforming ideas, connecting physical and digital dimensions and stimulating constantly shifting creativity. Transparent surfaces, coloured panels and refractive effects create a dynamic and unpredictable environment, where every action generates multiple outcomes. The visitor journey unfolds in four stages: Reconsider, Act, Realize and Share, guiding participants from initial exploration to a shared creative experience. Through this progression, Kaleido presents artificial intelligence not as a distant or complex tool, but as an accessible instrument capable of expanding imagination, creativity and connections between people, ideas and technologies.

The Portico del Richini hosts House of Polpa, entirely constructed from twenty thousand cans of Mutti tomato pulp. An iconic product of the company, it becomes a red, compact and walk-through architecture that amplifies light and vibrates with the intensity of fresh tomato. The experience is a sensory journey: the vivid colour captures the eye, the scent recalls freshly harvested produce, and the rich texture speaks of the naturalness and versatility of Mutti’s Polpa, the result of a patented process. It is a real and symbolic tasting of Mutti’s identity, long committed to the quality of its raw materials, and at the same time a manifesto of circularity and zero waste, from flooring made of reused tomato skins to the donation of all twenty thousand cans once FuoriSalone concludes. Deliberately ephemeral, the structure, realised with the support of Mapei, invites reflection on the importance of conscious consumption and production: each can represents a supply chain committed to reducing impact and transforming what comes from the earth into a shared resource. Combining aesthetics, taste and responsibility, House of Polpa shows how the tomato can be far more than an ingredient: a symbol of care, creativity and sustainability, capable of inspiring new ways of nourishing our future.

In the courtyards, matter expands into the architectural and landscape space. In the Cortile del ’700, Piero Lissoni for Sanlorenzo presents UN_Material, an experimental installation that interprets the heritage vessel SHE in its most intangible dimension. With an essential and contemporary language, it explores the spirituality of design as a balance between form, vision and innovation. As a result, immateriality becomes a way of reading beauty rooted in the brand’s history yet expressed through a technological and contemporary aesthetic. In dialogue with INTERNI MATERIAE, the project reflects on matter as a narrative tool capable of connecting design, technology and landscape. The installation is made up of 1:1 cross-sections reconstructing the volume of the boat, clad in semi-transparent fabric and defined by black metal profiles. A platform marks the waterline, while a 12-metre LED wall at the stern completes the immersive experience.

In the Cortile della Farmacia, Infinity – Design della mente, conceived by artist Marco Nereo Rotelli, is an immersive installation that brings together art, science, music and poetry to reflect on the relationship between human beings and artificial intelligence. Here, space becomes an interactive device in which scientific sensors detect the presence of visitors and activate sounds, light and text. The generative music piece Codice d’Acqua, created by composer Alessio Bertallot with AI starting from a poem by Valerio Magrelli, accompanies the experience. The project addresses themes of sustainability and technological responsibility. It is also developed in collaboration with Domyn, which explores the relationship between human and artificial intelligence, and Veolia, which promotes responsible environmental practices. The piece ultimately invites visitors to reflect on the duality between the natural and the artificial, and on the irreplaceable role of human consciousness.

In the Cortile d’Onore, the journey unfolds through a series of works that explore matter as a shared experience. Mater, designed by Alessandro Scandurra with Holcim Italia, takes centre stage, regenerating rubble into a symbol of memory and renewal. Inspired by the reconstruction of schools in Ukraine, the piece sees material not only as a physical element but as a living testimony of the past and a foundation for the future. Rubble is reassembled into a circular form, an archetypal symbol of community and protection, within which continuous seating and modular structures create a space for encounter and exchange. A walkway leads to a central wooden platform (Eterno Ivica), a place of passage and observation that maintains visual continuity with the courtyard and invites visitors to reflect on matter as origin, foundation and generative principle.

With AO TING Court, Wu Bin – W.Design with M77, MOORGEN, UMGG and YARDCOM reinterprets the principles of Chinese landscape painting, transforming them into an immersive experience. Within a 6×6 metre courtyard, an “inner landscape” takes shape. Layered volumes, shifts in depth and changes in level create a silent itinerary that encourages visitors to slow down and lose themselves. The result is an intimate yet expansive environment, where matter and shadow interact and each step becomes an act of contemplation.

Chronolith by DAAA Haus Group for Recobel by Halmann Vella, on the other hand, is an abstract, inhabitable architectural installation made of reconstituted limestone slabs, exploring the relationship between material, time, architecture and human presence. The 4×5 metre pavilion, approximately 3 metres high, surrounds visitors with a sensory experience in which material innovation becomes lived space. Designed as a timekeeping device, the plant resembles a clock face, while a central wooden pole casts shifting shadows that mark the passage of time, entrusting light with the role of temporal measure. A 360-degree camera observes the gestures and pauses of visitors, revealing how architecture is activated through spontaneous use.

Next up is KIRI³ by Maria Elisabetta Ripamonti and Alex Terzariol of MM Design for XLam Dolomiti. A four-metre cube designed to highlight Supertimber, an innovative material for sustainable construction, made through the densification of Paulownia wood. At its centre, a stylised tree represents the transition from nature to human intervention. The lightweight lattice structure demonstrates how the material can be used efficiently while supporting significant loads. Fast-growing and with a negative carbon footprint, Paulownia makes the project a tangible example of circular economy principles.

The concept of material takes on a more iconic and collective dimension with I suoni della materia by OTTO Studio, Paola Navone and Cristina Pettenuzzo, for the Consorzio Parmigiano Reggiano. The installation envelops visitors in a unique sensory experience. Its circular space, echoing the cheese’s iconic form, combines reflective surfaces with sound-absorbing walls to create an environment suspended between light and silence. Inside, materials and tools from the cheesemaking process form a small “sound archipelago”, created by Studio Azzurro. Every movement generates sound, turning visitors into part of a spontaneous, ever-changing orchestra. Hearing intertwines with touch, taste and smell, revealing the living nature of the cheese itself. The external structure, in metallised PVC printed with “Parmigiano Reggiano”, and the yellow interior walls recall the texture of the cheese, blending tradition and design in a poetic setting where balance, sensitivity and craftsmanship come together.

The journey continues with senzaFINE – beyond space limits by Simone Micheli Architectural Hero, with Lumyra Energy, Pilosio and WorldHotels. The installation interprets Materiae as emotional tension and continuous transformation, where temporary architecture becomes gesture, narrative and vision, moving beyond function to become an experience. The circular structure (Ø 6.5 m; h 10.5 m) creates an immersive, walk-through setting. At its centre stands a monolith integrating two video walls, presenting the Hubai Aparthotel and Sensoria Tower projects in Dubai. Light, sound and painted plexiglass spheres enhance the experience, turning the installation into a sensory gateway and a tool for global connection. senzaFINE is both an invitation and a promise: to embrace the limit and discover that it does not exist.

Visitors can then enter Le stanze del Metallo by Alessandro Pandolfo for Secco Sistemi, an immersive route celebrating the essence of metal beyond the finished product. Four circular rooms, made of Corten steel, burnished stainless steel, brass and galvanised steel, combine light, sound and scent to heighten the sensory perception of surfaces. Each area invites exploration through the senses, revealing the expressive depth and intrinsic beauty of the material. The installation expresses the research and attention to materials that underpin Secco Sistemi’s production. 365 by Meneghello Paolelli for Gibus, on the other hand, transforms the outdoors into an ever-changing experience, where material becomes rhythm, layering and light evolving throughout the year. Taking centre stage is the Velvet bioclimatic pergola, an elegant, high-tech design featuring a retractable canopy with dual-action operation, capable of adjusting the light and creating ever-changing atmospheres. An integrated platform and five digital monoliths interact with the space, adding narrative and movement. The installation invites visitors to see outdoor space not as fixed, but as something living and in continuous transformation.

The journey then moves to Ceramics forged in Light by Snøhetta, a contemplative micro-architecture expressing VitrA’s innovative approach and progress in ceramic recycling. Light, filtered through overhead oculi reminiscent of thermal baths, becomes both a generative principle and a symbol of the transformation of clay. At the centre, a reflective pool amplifies the surrounding forms, acting as both mirror and threshold. Material is revealed as something in constant evolution, between technology, aesthetics and renewal, opening up new possibilities for sustainable design. The interplay of water, light and surfaces creates a quiet, immersive atmosphere, encouraging a slower, more attentive engagement with the sensory and material qualities of the space. Ultimately, the installation invites visitors to take their time, paying close attention to the sensory and material qualities of the space.

The City of Busan, based on a project by Migliore+Servetto, presents Busan Echoes, a resonant landscape that unfolds as a living wave of light, sound and echo. Open and permeable, the installation takes the form of a convivial public square in dialogue with its urban surroundings. Sound elements inspired by traditional Korean brass instruments create a polyphonic acoustic garden, activated by movement and touch. Human presence generates vibrations and “synaptic” connections between people and space. Semi-transparent fabric veils, bathed in light and set in motion by the breeze, feature words in Hangul as powerful symbols of identity. The project expresses Busan’s cultural identity and its innovative energy on the path towards World Design Capital 2028.

A focus on wellbeing emerges in Tracce di cura by AMDL CIRCLE and Michele De Lucchi for Zambon. The archetypal façade of a house is transformed into a branching structure that invites visitors to explore non-linear paths: moving, pausing, discovering. This section highlights the company’s commitment to women’s health and wellbeing. Conceived as a small inhabitable architecture with an entrance, exit and four exhibition nodes, the structure brings together two contrasting elements: the precise, technological surface of composite aluminium and handcrafted plaster sculptures set within niches. The figures depict female silhouettes inspired by sketches by Masahiko Cubo, shown on video as he draws using traditional Japanese techniques. A few essential lines evoke the dialogue between science and the human touch, conveying the essence of care.

In a corner of the Cortile d’Onore, Rubinetterie Treemme, together with Studio Q-Bic and students from POLI.design and Politecnico di Milano School of Design, presents Ad Aquam 2026 – Reflections. The installation highlights water consumption and its environmental, social and cultural implications. Defined by a continuous shell of undulating mirrored metal, it recalls the movement of water and engages with the surrounding space. The L-shaped structure includes an immersive area with projections of global consumption data, alongside a display of taps and showers connected to real-time meters. Reflections, images and data create an environment in constant flux, where visitors become active participants, turning awareness of water into a shared sensory and cultural experience.

A monumental presence emerges with Wild Kong by Richard Orlinski for Fidenza Village – The Bicester Collection. The three-metre-high red sculpture immediately captures attention. With its primal force and dynamic surfaces, it explores the balance between instinct and awareness, strength and vulnerability, becoming a mirror of human nature. Wild Kong explores the theme of material experimentation, offering an immersive experience in which art, design and fashion interact, evoking emotion, wonder and reflection.

Goodbye Discomfort, designed by Thirtyone Design + Management led by Claudia Campone for Uniqlo, takes shape as a light, breathing presence in space: a cube of soft, breathable fabric made using AIRism technology. Visitors can walk through and inhabit it, engaging directly with a material that responds to air and movement, creating a sense of freshness and lightness. The result is an immersive, sensory environment defined by transparency and subtle vibrations, translating LifeWear philosophy into a tangible experience of everyday comfort.

In the Loggiato Est, Light Knot Progression takes shape as a luminous thread weaving through space. Designed by BIG – Bjarke Ingels Group for Artemide, the installation unfolds as a sequence of knots, each distinct and progressively more complex. Suspended like a drawing in the air, light becomes a narrative: a continuous line that grows, intertwines and evolves. Each knot is a thought that emerges, connects with others and develops, forming a vibrant landscape that makes the flow of creativity visible.

In the Loggiato Ovest, il giardino segreto di Pasquale Bruni, conceived by Christoph Radl in collaboration with Eugenia Bruni for Pasquale Bruni, celebrates the Maison’s 65th anniversary through a poetic interpretation of matter as origin and transformation. The loggia becomes an immersive secret garden, where gemstones, metals and light merge in a landscape suspended between nature and human creation. Matter emerges from the earth, is shaped through care and love, and is ultimately transformed into light, making each jewel a tangible expression of energy and memory. The experience invites visitors into a sensory transformation, where body and mind engage with a narrative of ever-evolving elegance.

In the Sottoportico, matter takes on multiple forms, voices and meanings, offering a layered view of contemporary design. Here, Jan Puylaert, for EcoPixel presents Rings – An open surface for light and form, exploring the expressive potential of a recycled material that evolves from simple cladding into a spatial structure. At its core is RINGS by Ecopixel®, a fully recycled PERT surface made from industrial underfloor heating waste, transformed into interconnected rings that form a porous, lightweight and flexible structure.

Paola Sasplugas for PDPAOLA presents Crafted to Transcend, an organic plaster installation inspired by the fluid form of the Glacier earring. The artwork features smooth, metallic and rough surfaces, inviting visitors to carve and shape the rough areas using provided tools. Over time, the material records the presence and actions of its audience. The project celebrates craftsmanship as a living, human gesture in contrast to automation. In this way, jewellery moves beyond function to become a participatory and evolving experience.

The same space also hosts Metropac by the BA programme in Design and Interior Architecture at Accademia IUAD. The project explores the world of gaming through the iconic figure of Pac-Man, set within a metropolitan landscape. Structured across three areas, it guides visitors through an urban journey combining ceramics, 3D printing, LED walls and neon. The first room recalls the game’s labyrinth, with references to Franco Albini; the second, inspired by Marcel Duchamp, offers a provocative reinterpretation of the bathroom. The third concludes with illuminated niches inspired by the game’s ghosts, prompting reflection on the relationship between play and the urban environment.

Comfort Inside, conceived by GCS Genny Canton Studio in collaboration with Operaventuno for the MCZ Group, invites visitors to experience comfort as a total environment. A bold red volume welcomes them into a multisensory journey through contrasting climates: from the enveloping warmth of sunlight and soft lighting to a crystalline, silent cold, and finally to a balanced domestic setting where light, temperature and artistic fragrances come together in harmony.

Break Down the Boundaries (9 × 2 × h 3.2 m) by Marco Merendi and Diego Vencato for Stannah, with vases by Paolelli Outdoor, already expresses in its title the idea of overcoming physical, cultural and social boundaries. The Joya stairlift chair, reimagined beyond its functional language, is set within an enchanted garden where design engages in dialogue with nature. Here, the object becomes part of the landscape, shaping a poetic vision that brings together human beings, architecture and the environment, in the spirit of inclusive and sustainable mobility.

It transports visitors into a dreamlike and intimate atmosphere, ‘Chiedi alla Luna’ by Artset for Ever in Art with LiveHelp. At its centre, a floating moon interacts with visitors through the GeniusAgents AI live chat, capable of understanding the context and tone of questions. A circular platform in blue carpet and a velvet backdrop create an enclosed night sky, while an iron ring evokes the full moon. The piece celebrates the right to ask and to dream, blending material, light and reflection between reality and imagination.

‘Spanish Design as a Souvenir’ is a contemporary still life in architectural scale composed of ten souvenir-objects reinterpreted in ceramic, conceived by CODOO Studio for Tile of Spain. Spanish design and the collective imagination are translated into sculptural volumes that transform ceramics from a simple cladding material into an object, an identity-bearing material and an autonomous design piece.

As the exhibition continues, Racconti d’aMare takes visitors on an immersive experience through art, photography, science and engineering. Created by Navim Yacht Lab and Tecnimpianti, the project transforms nautical objects and reclaimed materials into artistic narrative: participants symbolically move from the harbour to the storm of the open sea and back to calm waters, accompanied by sounds, voices and visual suggestions that create a dreamlike space in which to lose and rediscover oneself. Next up is La man che ubbidisce all’intelletto (19.2 x 0.4 x h 2.3 m), curated by Rampello & Partners and sponsored by First Italy and Unicorn Creates Together Brand Organization in collaboration with Qwen, Treezo Group and Metz. This creation takes the form of an open-air installation that transforms the courtyard of the University of Milan into a route marked by a sequence of “living paintings”. These are not static images, but dynamic “canvases” where artistic and technical knowledge of high craftsmanship takes shape through a language drawn from cinema.

In the Cortile d’Onore, a teaser of Origin by Zaha Hadid Architects for Audi is also presented. This is an architectural element that refers to the main installation at Portrait Milano, creating a direct link between the different venues of the exhibition.

To round off the exhibition-event, VIVO – Abitare l’emergenza, by T. Cavalli, C. Gorni Silvestrini, S. Lipoli and Andrea Lombardi, curated by Davide Angeli for IED, proposes a temporary housing solution for the aftermath of natural disasters: a space of resilience designed to be set up quickly in Italian sports halls and offer a practical response to emergencies. The structure, made of steel tubes chosen for their ease and speed of assembly, is built on two levels: one dedicated to private life, the other to public life, conceived as a shared square and a place for social reconstruction. Easily available materials, reusable elements and transformable furnishings make the space adaptable over time. VIVO invites us to view the concept of emergency not as a temporary interlude, but as the beginning of a new possible equilibrium, an open system that places at its heart the continuity of life and the possibility of rebuilding and rebirth.

After the sequence of installations in the Cortile d’Onore, the itinerary opens into the Outdoor lounges, conceived as spaces for pause and encounter. Here, matter is no longer merely an object to be observed, but becomes an environment to be inhabited, as seen in TIBUR/CONTINUUM by Studio Paolo Ferrari for AATC and Co, and Corals – Origin of Matter, curated by Natascia Finocchiaro Maurino for Cristallina Design in collaboration with Cristallina and Graniti Maurino.

As you approach the monumental staircase, the Portal features Sorpresa by Alessandro Enriquez for Kartos, whilst in the Press Room, Dainelli Studio, for Status Contract in collaboration with Fratelli Damian, presents Materia in two acts: two spaces in which imperfect surfaces demonstrate how the same colour takes on a different character depending on the material, in a composition where green grows, envelops the space and transforms matter into a narrative force.

Companies, institutions, schools and international designers contribute to a plural vision of material as behaviour, production process, ethical responsibility and cultural language, reinforcing the collective nature of MATERIAE and its ability to express the complexity of contemporary design.

In the green heart of the city, the Orto Botanico di Brera becomes a place of listening and contemplation, where material emerges as a cycle of life, growth and transformation. Two works engage with the existing nature, weaving together design and landscape in a delicate balance between human intervention and natural processes.

The Franco-Lebanese architect Annabel Karim Kassar, working for Rubner Haus, ABS Group and Valpaint, brings to the Orto Botanico di Brera a vision suspended between memory and invention, where the myth of the Hesperides re-emerges as a subtle trace, entrusted to a light structure that invites visitors to move through and discover it rather than simply be told.

A wooden portico runs along the main path, directing the gaze towards the sundial, a symbol of the passage of time, while along the paths hand-painted female figures by the designer are arranged in geometric circles, turning the garden into a stage of suspended presences. Each figure interacts with its surroundings: trees, flowers, voids and solids become part of a narrative that brings together myth and the visitor’s direct experience.

The project reimagines the Orto as a place of contemplation, where architecture, art and landscape intertwine in visual and poetic sequences. The portico and painted figures become points of reference, guardians of an ancient story that emerges between shadow and light, between the movement of the seasons and the rhythm of footsteps. Here, myth is no longer distant: it is perceived, traversed, lived.

L’Armonia è qui is an installation born from the vision of Irritec and the Davision Creative Design Team for responsible innovation, where irrigation, design and sustainability come together in a single language. The project imagines a fairy-tale garden where efficiency and beauty coexist, and irrigation systems are discreetly integrated into the space, reducing visual impact and enhancing the environment. Here, design is not an accessory element but an integral part of sustainability. This creation invites us to rethink irrigation as a conscious and harmonious gesture, capable of respecting and enhancing the landscape.

For the fourth consecutive year, Eataly Milano Smeraldo (Piazza XXV Aprile, 10) and De Castillia 23 by Urban Up | Unipol (Via De Castillia, 23) are taking part in the INTERNI exhibition-event.

With CASA, Giotto Calendoli for Eataly brings the project back to the domestic and emotional dimension of food. Window graphics, images and table objects build a narrative made of shared gestures, phrases and rituals, where food becomes memory, relationship and a culture of living together.

“Amore, hai mangiato?” (“Have you had anything to eat, my Love?”) is the simple, universal question at the origin of the new artistic project by Giotto Calendoli in collaboration with Eataly Milano Smeraldo. Not a “hosted” piece, but a jointly developed journey: Eataly provides its raw materials and ingredients – food, gastronomic culture, the stories that inhabit our tables – and Giotto transforms it into a house of memories, traditions and shared gestures.

The installation, developed inside the store and on the building façade, will be on display at Eataly Milano Smeraldo from 20 April 2026. With “Amore, hai mangiato?” it expresses a simple, universal question, a daily phrase that becomes a verbal gesture of care, crossing generations and turning into a collective declaration of intimacy and affection. It reveals a strong shared vision between Giotto and Eataly: Italian identity as everyday care, the beauty of inherited rituals, and food as a language that connects generations.  CASA is not just an artistic project, but an invitation to recognise ourselves in what binds us as a community: sharing, hospitality, and time given to others. The project speaks, without nostalgia or rhetoric, of time passing, habits being passed down, and words that preserve a sense of shared belonging. In this context, food becomes visual language, symbolic material and narrative tool. Eataly Icons spaghetti take part in the story, becoming a limited-edition design object by Giotto Calendoli: a container of stories, thoughts and emotions.

The kinetic artistic creation LIGHT OUR FIRE by Studio Azzurro for Urban Up | Unipol animates the façade of De Castillia 23, evoking Fire as a primordial form of energy, a generative force, the incandescent core of the Earth, and completing the quadrilogy of the elements after Water in 2023, Air in 2024 and Earth in 2025. Fire has accompanied humanity for millennia: it has provided warmth, transformed metals, enabled early technologies and illuminated the path of progress. In the myth of Prometheus, who steals fire from the gods to give it to humankind, this flame becomes knowledge and passion, a spark of evolution but also responsibility: power that elevates always carries consequences and risks. LIGHT OUR FIRE was born out of this realisation. From the image of the Earth’s burning core emerges an invitation – more relevant than ever in today’s historical moment – to reflect on energy, the future and responsibility towards the planet, but also to listen to and safeguard the inner fire that drives us every day. LIGHT OUR FIRE is not merely an aesthetic piece of art, but a device for thought, a call for collective reflection that must not be static but kinetic, like the panels that compose it, in line with Urban Up | Unipol’s commitment over the past eleven years.

LIGHT OUR FIRE is a monumental modular sculpture 37 metres in diameter, made of 492 panels, covering a total surface area of more than 1,100 sqm. Made from an innovative polycarbonate derived from a continuous recycling process enabling 100% reuse, LIGHT OUR FIRE is suspended on steel cables, allowing the panels to rotate and respond to air and light. Its circular chromatic structure recalls fire, the Earth’s core: at the centre, glowing oranges are surrounded by intense shades of red, like an incandescent heart pulsing within the urban space.

The integrated communication system of INTERNI confirms its role as a key reference point in the world of design through a structured ecosystem which, for FuoriSalone, includes its two historic print publications, INTERNI and the FuoriSalone Guide, as well as the major INTERNI MATERIAE event. The offer extends into the digital sphere, led by the website and official social media channels, alongside the online FuoriSalone Guide and the digital edition of INTERNI King Size. This is further enriched by editorial insights and video content, also distributed through a newsletter system, providing complete tools and real-time updates on trends, news and previews in the field of design.

Now in its 36th edition, the FuoriSalone Guide confirms itself as an essential handbook for navigating the increasingly complex landscape of Milan Design Week events. The guide presents a curated selection of around 350 events involving companies, designers and architects taking part in FuoriSalone, organised both chronologically day by day and alphabetically. Distributed free of charge with the April issue of INTERNI, the Guide will also be available in showrooms, institutions, museums and all major FuoriSalone 2026 locations, as well as at the trade fair. It will also be accessible online, optimised for tablets and smartphones, with an interactive map.

The strength of the INTERNI brand is also strongly expressed across the region. On the occasion of MATERIAE, a wide street advertising campaign has been planned, including: the customisation of 10 retail outlets within Milan Malpensa Airport (Terminal 1) and 4 outlets at Linate; advertising on 150 digital screens in city newsagents, 50 of which have been selected and customised to ensure strategic coverage in central areas and key thoroughfares; the display window installations at the Mondadori Duomo bookshop in Piazza Duomo and Rizzoli Milano in Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, complete with a network of LED walls; 20 FSU Digital installations in central Milan; 20 digital bus shelter installations, 15 screens on Corso Vittorio Emanuele and 15 roadside banners, all selected in the city centre; 10 large-scale rear-view media displays on shuttles and buses; 57 digital screens inside Milan Central Station and 17 at Cadorna, Bovisa and Domodossola stations; 2 LED cubes in Piazza Meda and Via Mascagni; 81 screens on the Subway Vision network on lines M1, M2, M3 and M5, at strategic stops such as Duomo, Garibaldi, Isola, Loreto, San Babila and Zara; 16 stations on the M4 line; and finally, DOOH presence in the Gae Aulenti Domination area, with installations at Vele, Capelli, Castiglioni A/B, Viganò and Avar Aalto.

For information, please visit www.internimagazine.it

The new Mondadori Bookstore extends over approximately 150 square metres and offers a catalogue of over 15,000 titles, from great classics to bestsellers, spanning fiction, general non-fiction, local and international publications. It also features a selection of products and services designed to provide an innovative and engaging experience for an ever-growing community of readers and entertainment enthusiasts.

“I believe there is always a good reason to open a bookshop. It is not simply about offering a convenient space in which to purchase a book, but about bringing a new cultural reference point to the local area, where people can devote time to what they love,” said Antonio Verderame, a Mondadori Store affiliate who has been working with books for over seven years and now manages 13 bookshops across Italy. “Our ambition is to build a true cultural and social hub, transforming the bookshop into a place for meeting and exchange through the organisation of events, presentations and projects,” he concluded.

The Mondadori Store bookshop in Empoli stocks all the latest releases and features dedicated themed areas designed to cater to a wide range of readers, including We are Junior, a space for younger readers with educational games and illustrated books to stimulate their imagination; Just Comics, dedicated to the world of manga and comics; and My New Romance, a new corner for readers who love the romance universe, one of the most popular literary genres of the moment. The store also offers a wide selection of stationery, toys, gadgets and gift cards. It will host a variety of events and initiatives, including reading clubs, literary meetings and creative workshops for children.

The Mondadori Bookstore in  Empoli  also caters to online readers: customers can stay up to date through its  Instagram and Facebook pages. Customers can also , use the digital services available on  Mondadoristore.it, to check availability, place orders, collect in store or arrange home delivery. Among the services offered is Zeercle, which allows customers to sell their books, as well as CDs, vinyl records, physical video games, DVDs and Blu-ray discs, in exchange for a gift card corresponding to the assessed value of the items, redeemable in Mondadori bookshops and on mondadoristore.it

Mondadori Store is Italy’s largest network of bookshops, with more than 500 outlets across the country, from major cities to smaller towns. A nationwide cultural presence, the network operates under the Mondadori Bookstore brand through both directly managed and franchised stores, alongside company-owned bookshops including Mondadori Bookstore | MA, Mondadori Duomo and Rizzoli Milano. Mondadori Store is also active online through its e-commerce website Mondadoristore.it and its book club offering.

MONDADORI BOOKSTORE

Address: Via Cosimo Ridolfi 116, 50053, Empoli, FI Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, 9:00am–1:30pm/3:30pm–8:00pm

Telephone: 0571.011050 E-mail: mondadoribookstoreempoli@gmail.com IG – FB

Today, the Shareholders’ Meeting of Arnoldo Mondadori Editore S.p.A., chaired by Marina Berlusconi, approved the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2025.

The results of the draft annual financial statements and consolidated financial statements as at 31 December 2025, presented by the CEO, Antonio Porro, and approved by the Board of Directors on 19 March, were already disclosed to the market on the same date.

The Parent Company’s income statement at 31 December 2025 recorded the same net profit as in the consolidated financial statements of € 54 million, as the Company has chosen to use the equity method to measure its investments in the separate financial statements.

In accordance with the proposal submitted by the Board of Directors, as announced on 19 March, the Shareholders’ Meeting approved the distribution of a dividend of € 0.154, gross of withholding taxes, per ordinary share (net of treasury shares) outstanding at the following record dates.

The total dividend amounted to approximately € 40 million, up by approximately 10% versus the prior year. This represents a payout of nearly 75% of the net profit for 2025 and a dividend yield of 7.3% based on the share price of 31 December 2025.

In accordance with the resolutions adopted by the Shareholders’ Meeting, the dividend will be paid by drawing on the distributable portion of the extraordinary reserve (included in the equity item “Other reserves profit/loss carried forward”).

In compliance with the provisions of the “Regulations for markets organised and managed by Borsa Italiana S.p.A.” and in line with the previous year, the dividend will be paid in two equal tranches as follows:

Moreover, the Shareholders’ Meeting resolved on the following items on the agenda:

The Shareholders’ Meeting approved Section One of the report on remuneration policy and compensation paid. The Shareholders’ Meeting also voted in favour of Section Two of this report.

Following expiry of the term of the previous authorization approved on 16 April 2025, the Shareholders’ Meeting renewed the authorization to purchase and dispose of treasury shares with the aim of ensuring continued applicability of the legal provision to any buyback plans and, consequently, of seizing any investment and operational opportunities involving treasury shares.

Here below is the information provided on the authorization issued by the Meeting, also with reference to the provisions of Article 144-bis of the Issuer Regulation:

The motivations for the authorization to purchase and sell treasury shares refer to the opportunity to attribute to the Board of Directors the power to:

The authorisation to purchase treasury shares runs from the date of the approval resolution by the Shareholders’ Meeting, until the Shareholders’ Meeting called to approve the financial statements at 31 December 2026 and, in any case, for a period no more than 18 months after that date. The authorisation to dispose of treasury shares is not subject to time limits, given the absence of time limits pursuant to current regulations and the advisability of allowing the Board of Directors to make use of the maximum flexibility, also in terms of time, to carry out any disposal of shares.

The authorisation allows the purchase, on one or more occasions and in one or more tranches, of a maximum number of ordinary shares, which – considering the treasury shares already held by the Company and the shares that may possibly be purchased by subsidiaries – shall not exceed a total of 10% of the share capital.

Pursuant to article 2357(1) of the Italian Civil Code, any purchase transactions will be carried out within the limits of the distributable profits and available reserves resulting from the last regularly approved financial statements at the time of each potential purchase transaction. The authorisation includes the right to subsequently dispose of the treasury shares acquired, in whole or in part, on one or more occasions and even before having exhausted the maximum number of purchasable shares.

Purchases would be made in accordance with articles 132 of the TUF, 144-bis(1)(b) and d-ter) of the Issuers’ Regulation, and thus:

(i) on regulated markets or multilateral trading systems, according to the operating criteria established in the organisation and management regulations of the same markets, which do not allow the direct matching of purchase trading proposals with predetermined sales trading proposals, as well as in compliance with any other legislation in force, including European ones.

(ii) by the methods established by the market practices permitted by Consob, pursuant to the combined provisions of article 180(1)(c) of the TUF and article 13 of Regulation (EU) no. 596/2014 (“Permitted Market Practices”).

Additionally, share purchase transactions may also be carried out in the manner envisaged in Article 3 of EU Delegated Regulation no. 1052/2016 in order to benefit, if the conditions are met, from the exemption under Article 5, paragraph 1, of EU Regulation no. 596/2014 on market abuse with regard to inside information and market manipulation.

The disposal of treasury shares may be carried out, on one or more occasions, even before having terminated the maximum number of purchasable treasury shares, either by selling them on regulated markets or according to other trading methods in compliance with the law, including EU law force and with the Admitted Market Practices, if applicable.

The authorisation proposal provides that purchases are made at a unit price, compliant with legal and regulatory provisions, including European ones, or permitted market practices in force at the time, where applicable, without prejudice to the fact that the minimum and maximum purchase price will be set at a unit price no lower than the official stock market price of the Mondadori stock on the day prior to the day on which the purchase transaction is carried out, decreased by 20%, and no higher than the official stock market price on the day before the day on which the purchase transaction will be carried out, increased by 10%. In any event – except for any different price and volume determinations resulting from the application of the conditions set forth in the Admitted Market Practices – such price shall be identified in accordance with the trading conditions set forth in Delegated Regulation (EU) no. 1052/2016. Specifically, no shares may be purchased at a price higher than the higher between the price of the last independent trade and the price of the highest current independent bid on the trading venue where the purchase is carried out. In terms of volumes, daily purchase amounts will not exceed 25% of the daily average volume of Mondadori shares traded as recorded in the 20 trading days before the dates of purchase or in the month prior to the month of the disclosure required by Art. 2, paragraph 1, of Regulation (EU) no. 1052/2016.

In terms of consideration, sales transactions or other acts of disposition of treasury shares shall be carried out:

To date, Arnoldo Mondadori Editore S.p.A. holds a total of no. 1,460,697 treasury shares, equal to 0.558% of the share capital.

For any further information on the authorisation to purchase and dispose of treasury shares, please refer to the Directors’ Explanatory Report pursuant to Article 125-ter of the TUF, available on the Company website www.mondadorigroup.com, Governance/Shareholders’ Meeting section and on the authorised storage mechanism “1Info”.

The Shareholders’ Meeting, pursuant to Article 114-bis of the TUF and in line with previous financial years regarding medium-long term remuneration, approved the establishment of a Performance Share Plan for the three-year period 2026-2028 intended for the Chief Executive Officer, the CFO – Executive Director and a number of Managers of Arnoldo Mondadori Editore S.p.A. who have an employment and/or directorship relationship with the Company or its subsidiaries at the date of allocation of the shares, in accordance with the conditions previously communicated to the market on 19 March 2026.

Specifically, the Plan envisages the assignment to the beneficiaries of rights to the free allocation of Mondadori shares, held or to be acquired as treasury shares, subject to the achievement of specific performance targets set and measured at the end of the plan’s three-year period.

These targets are structured to include (i) shareholder remuneration indicators, (ii) management indicators functional to raising the share value, ensuring maximum alignment of Management remuneration and the creation of value for the Company, as well as (iii) indicators of a non-operating/financial nature linked to ESG issues.

For a detailed description of the 2026-2028 Performance Share Plan, the recipients and the characteristics of said Plan, please refer to the information document, prepared in accordance with Article 84-bis of the Issuers’ Regulations, approved by the Board of Directors, and to the explanatory report, both published within the terms of the law on the Company’s website www.mondadorigroup.com in the Governance/Shareholders’ Meeting section and through the authorised storage mechanism “1Info”.

The Shareholders’ Meeting also resolved to adopt a Short-Term Incentive Plan (MBO) for the financial year 2026, which is reserved for the same beneficiaries as the 2026-2028 Performance Share Plan, sets out the criteria for determining the annual variable remuneration (MBO) for the 2026 financial year, subject to the achievement of specific individual and Group performance targets, and that envisages a voluntary mechanism for the conversion into Mondadori shares of a percentage component equal to 15% or 30% of the variable remuneration itself, as well as the disbursement of an additional “bonus” component in shares, equal to the number of shares resulting from the conversion.

Any allocation of the total component in shares would take place at the end of a 24-month deferral period with respect to the MBO vesting date.

For a detailed description of the 2026 Short-Term Incentive Plan (MBO), the recipients and the characteristics of said Plan, please refer to the information document, prepared in accordance with Article 84-bis of the Issuers’ Regulations, approved by the Board of Directors, and to the explanatory report, both published within the terms of the law on the Company’s website www.mondadorigroup.com in the Governance/Shareholders’ Meeting section and through the authorised storage mechanism “1Info”.

The inauguration, scheduled for 6:00 pm, will be attended by Mayor Andrea De Filippo, Councillor for Culture Caterina Ventrone, Councillor for Education Annarita Santangelo and representatives of the Municipal Library Directorate.

Local schools will also be taking part in the event, with headteachers and teachers from primary schools, secondary schools and local high schools in attendance. To also mark this occasion, local artist Iolanda Della Ventura will present a nature photography exhibition inside the bookshop.

Covering 80 square metres and featuring a contemporary layout, the new Mondadori Bookstore in Maddaloni has been designed to offer visitors a high-quality, immersive experience. Customers will be welcomed by the store’s knowledgeable booksellers and can browse a catalogue  of more than 3,000 titles, ranging from great classics to bestselling fiction and non-fiction, as well as international books.

“We are delighted to be partnering with a brand such as Mondadori Store,” say Antonella and Ilaria Di Francesco, Mondadori Store affiliates. “At the heart of our project is the ambition to provide young people and adults alike with a cultural space in which to meet, share interests and explore reading, art and leisure together,” they conclude.

The bookshop stocks all the latest releases and features dedicated themed areas designed to cater to every reader’s tastes, including:We are Junior, a space for younger readers with educational games and illustrated books to spark their imagination; Just Comics, devoted to the ever-growing world of manga and comics; and My New Romance, a new concept area for enthusiasts of the hugely popular romancegenre. There is also a wide selection of stationery, toys, gadgets and gift cards.

The Mondadori Bookstore in Maddaloni  also serves readers online: customers can stay up to date via its Instagram and Facebook pages. In addition, through the digital services available at  Mondadoristore.it, they can check a book’s availability, place orders, collect in store or arrange home delivery.

Mondadori Store is Italy’s largest network of bookshops, with more than 500 outlets across the country, from major cities to smaller towns. A nationwide cultural presence, the network operates under the Mondadori Bookstore brand through both directly managed and franchised stores, alongside company-owned bookshops including Mondadori Bookstore | MA, Mondadori Duomo and Rizzoli Milano. Mondadori Store is also active online through its e-commerce website Mondadoristore.it and its book club offering.

MONDADORI BOOKSTORE

Address: Piazza Umberto I 16/17, 81024, Maddaloni, CE Opening hours: Mon-Sat 7:30 am-1 pm/4:30 pm-8 pm, Sun 8 am-1 pm

Telephone: 0823.1410517 E-mail: dpfservicesrls@gmail.com IG – FB

The service has been warmly welcomed by the reading community for offering a practical and sustainable way to give new life not only to books, but also to CDs, vinyl records, video games, DVDs and Blu-rays.

As part of the activities connected to the service, Mondadori Store and Zeercle have also introduced a number of complementary initiatives dedicated to the world of books: from supporting the #IoLeggoPerché campaign, aimed at enriching school libraries and promoting a love of reading, to launching Zeercle Days.

The latest Zeercle Days event, a travelling series designed to show an ever-wider audience how to unlock the value of books and multimedia products, will take place at the “Il Centro” shopping centre in Arese (Milan), home to a Mondadori Bookstore.

The initiative will begin on Thursday 23 April, to coincide with World Book Day, and will run until Sunday 26 April.

“On World Book Day, Zeercle transforms second-hand books not only into renewed purchasing power, but also into a gesture of kindness, offering a rose to those who choose to refresh their bookshelves,” said Francesco Riganti, Marketing Director of Mondadori Retail. “Our regenerative retail service does more than extend the life cycle of books – it creates a virtuous circle that drives a circular economy, bringing together culture and environmental responsibility,” Riganti concluded.

Customers will be able to hand in books and other items assessed via Zeercle in exchange for a Mondadori Store gift card of the same value as well as a 10 euro gift card that can be redeemed within the shopping centre (for deposits of at least €10).

The initiative draws inspiration from the Festival of Sant Jordi (Saint George’s Day), also known as the “Festival of Books and Roses” (Festa dei Libri e delle Rose), celebrated each year on 23 April in Barcelona and recognised as one of Europe’s leading events dedicated to books.

The dedicated Zeercle stand will be located on the ground floor of “Il Centro”, between entrances 1 and 2, from 23 April. To mark the launch day, Mondadori Store will present a rose to everyone who makes a product deposit.

The service will be accessible via the dedicated webpage.

Mondadori Store is Italy’s largest bookshop network, with more than 500 outlets nationwide, from major cities to smaller towns. A vibrant cultural presence across the country, the network includes directly managed and franchised Mondadori Bookstores, as well as the company-owned Mondadori Bookstore | MA, Mondadori Duomo and Rizzoli Milano bookshops. Mondadori Store also operates online through its e-commerce website, Mondadoristore.it, and its Book Club offering.

Zeercle is an innovative circular economy service dedicated to books. Through a simple, fully digital platform, Zeercle enables readers to sell their second-hand books directly in partner bookshops, receiving an instant voucher to spend in store. Already successfully established in Germany, France and Austria, the service aims to restore value to books, support bricks-and-mortar bookshops and promote more sustainable consumption. Zeercle works with major chains and independent bookshops alike to build a European network for second-hand books.

The transaction is expected to be completed by the end of the first half of the current financial year, subject to the fulfilment of certain conditions precedent.

In the new Fòco project, the vision of Studiopepe founders Arianna Lelli Mami and Chiara Di Pinto—who have shared a passion for materials for over twenty years, alongside a multidisciplinary approach where poetry and rigor coexist—takes shape in a layered, accent-driven set-up where materials, light, and forms engage in a continuous dialogue.

FÒCO Living notes by Studiopepe is a new sensory experience where the natural element becomes a force of transformation for matter, as well as a lens through which to interpret space, materials, and relationships.

Around fire, a community of individuals, connections, and visions comes together. This inspired the idea of creating neutral environments defined by warm materials and tones, intimate spaces, soft lighting, and focal points—enriched by touches of color in a play of harmonies and contrasts where the natural element is both creative inspiration and a way of inhabiting space and observing people.

“Fire is a creative spark and, at the same time, a point of human aggregation. It activates the project, but also defines a center, a point of focus. It is an energy that becomes a perspective on things: a way of observing space and the relationships within it,” Studiopepe

Fòco is an interior project with multiple identities, bringing together different brands and products within a unified narrative. It is conceived as an environment designed to inspire the research and selection work of architects and professionals, where every element contributes to building a coherent yet never univocal vision. In this sense, Living notes becomes the key to reading the project: spatial annotations, design traces, and suggestions that turn the interior into a living tool to be experienced and interpreted.

“Like the remarkable projects of previous editions, Fòco stands out as a unique interior design project within Design Week. It brings together a major studio, a leading platform, and an extraordinary selection of international brands—to create relationships between different brands and products, languages and visions, space and design. And to offer architects and professionals a concrete reference for their research and product specification work,” Enzo Maiorano, Chief Creative Officer, Archiproducts

If the atmosphere in the Aria project was surreal and almost otherworldly, the new set-up unfolds as an intimate space where the natural element leaves its mark through warm, intense, burnished tones, tactile textures, and focal points.

Never overtly bold, yet always balanced, red appears as a subtle presence in multiple shades. The palette moves from delicate amber tones—from the glass of Vetreria Vistosi lamps to the AYTM metal bench—to terracotta hues in Sprech fabrics framing the first-floor outdoor space and in the textured lamps by Hind Rabii. It then deepens into richer burgundy tones, recurring across nearly all spaces in varying intensities: from Alcantara surfaces to Opinion Ciatti indoor e outdoor furnishings enhanced by red maple trees, the Aluvy sideboard, Photowall wallpaper, the Mute Pod, the oxide red of the Ofyr brazier, the “wine red” metal of the Arkine kitchen block, and Morica furnishings in Marsala red.

Within the project’s visual narrative, red intensifies in occasional deep bordeaux accents before darkening into burnished tones—seen in the dark bronze gradients of Arte Veneziana glass furnishings—and into black, with the Desalto Maxi Clay in lava stone, Parla furnishings in black ash, the Terzofoco console in dark earth with a lava stone top, and the American walnut of the Geberit vanity unit.

In Archiproducts Milano’s 2026 project, fire is a silent presence, its transformative power expressed through accents, contrasts, and layers. Neutral tones, tactile textures, and soft lighting are paired with glossy finishes, while metals and oxidized glass allude to material transformation.

Set within a neutral-toned space, the “smoked iron” oxidized metal paneling by Da Prà, paired with the central La Nordica electric fireplace, interacts with contrasting furnishings. These include the Pistore Marmi table with its irregular, organic forms in “ombra di Caravaggio” marble, Nicoline upholstered pieces in rosewood-red Alcantara, and metallic accents from Køge coffee tables.

The Abet Laminati metal wall, warming the first-floor corridor, opens into two large geometric niches in deep red tones, enhanced by soft lighting that creates a welcoming atmosphere. Metal also appears in Kriskadecor chain curtains in a delicate amethyst shade, in the finish of the Höfats brazier, in the “Peltro” paneling by Ronda Design, in the dark-toned DGA pendant lamp by Draw Studio, in the 3M films used for the 3M Capsule installation, and in the reflective metal curtain by Alcantara that brings movement to the space.

In one of the upstairs rooms, a combination of contrasting elements—burgundy Mogu sound-absorbing wall coverings, neutral furnishings by Roolf Living, and the warm, diffused light of handmade wall lamps by Japanese designer Shintaro Kono—creates a preliminary listening space, inviting visitors to pause before entering the adjacent Listening Room, the core of the Archiproducts Milano 2026 immersive experience.

Here, the space is illuminated by a striking suspended Dresswall grid reflected on glossy burgundy walls finished with Sikkens, defining the focal point. Beneath it, the designers conceived a “conversation pit”: a central lounge furnished by NORR11, featuring a custom Sonos sound system and Leica technology for a cinematic effect projected onto Dresswall Lights wall panels—forming the heart of the room and creating a niche-like setting that encourages intimate social interaction.

A play of light and shadow adds depth and movement: six circular Il Fanale wall lamps in burnished metal are placed on the glossy walls, while a sculptural lighting system by Luceplan completes the space—a warm, welcoming environment designed for gathering and conversation.

Thanks to the installation curated by the students of the Master’s Program in Creative Media Production at NABA, Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti, video and sound will guide visitors through an immersive experience within the Listening Room. Here, the natural element is interpreted as a transformative and dynamic force, capable of altering perception and leaving traces both in the viewer’s gaze and in image-capturing devices, through phenomena such as retinal persistence, double exposure, and image distortion. The experience will be enriched by interactive audiovisual performances during Design Week. The installation will remain permanent and open to visitors throughout 2026.

At Archiproducts Milano, optimal climate comfort is ensured by Samsung solutions. Once again participating as Main Partner, Samsung reinforces its long-standing strategic collaboration with Archiproducts, centered on innovation, comfort, technology, and design. Cassetta 360—an iconic product from the Climate Solutions line—and WindFree technology — featuring thousands of micro-holes that diffuse air evenly without direct airflow — provide an immersive experience of contemporary comfort at Via Tortona 31. Following last year’s highly appreciated immersive installation in the outdoor area of the showroom, “The Gentle Room” becomes an integral part of the new setup curated by Studiopepe. A dedicated space where the latest flagship product from the WindFree range, Première+, interacts with solutions and furnishings from the other Brands selected for “Fòco. Living Notes,” creating a refined and balanced dialogue between comfort, technology, and Design. Samsung also plays a leading role in both cooling and heating solutions: alongside WindFree and Cassetta 360, ClimateHub is featured as part of the EHS heat pump systems. With WindFree Première+, its latest innovation for residential spaces, Samsung takes climate comfort to the next level, combining innovation, AI, and design. This air conditioner represents a further evolution of Samsung’s unique, patented WindFree technology, delivering an unprecedented comfort experience, avoiding uncomfortable direct airflow and making it suitable even for more sensitive environments such as bedrooms or offices. In addition to ensuring an even air distribution through thousands of micro-holes, without direct airflow, WindFree Première+ features a sophisticated design defined by clean lines and a tactile finish, making it perfectly suited to contemporary interiors. The two new color options further enhance its role as a true design element, seamlessly integrating into and elevating any space. Samsung’s technological core is further expressed through advanced AI features designed to optimize personalized comfort and energy efficiency, significantly enhancing the overall user experience.

In a completely renewed format, the BTicino Smart Apartment opens its doors to visitors of Archiproducts Milano 2026, offering the experience of a true smart home. Lighting, automation, sockets, temperature, and video entry systems can be controlled on-site or remotely via app or through Amazon, Google, and Apple voice assistants. An intuitive technology that, in just a few simple steps, allows a traditional system to be transformed into a smart one—without structural work and without changing standard installation habits.

Main Partner Samsung WindFree Furniture Alcarol, ALUVY, Arkine, Arte Veneziana, AYTM, Berlin Acoustics, Desalto, Foster, Geberit, Hi-Retail, Køge, Morica Design, Mute, Newform, Nicoline, NORR11, Opinion Ciatti, Parla, Pistore Marmi, Roca, Ronda Design, Roolf Living, Scappini Home, Terzofoco Lighting DGA, Hind Rabii, Il Fanale, Luceplan, LUCIFERO’S – ArchiTech Lighting, Shintaro Kono, Terzani, Vetreria Vistosi Outdoor OFYR, Sprech, Umbrosa, WAREMA Finishes, Materials & Architecture 051 element, 3M, Abet Laminati, Ademi, ARQ Luxury Extinguishers, Da Prà, Dooor, Dresswall, EKU, Eterno Ivica, Gerflor, Höfats, Kriskadecor, La Nordica-Extraflame, Material Bank, Materica, Menaballi, Mogu, Radici, SCIROCCO H, Sikkens Textile & Wallpaper Alcantara, Murals, Photowall, Tendagi® Tech BTicino, Dimensione3, Leica, Samsung Audio-Video, Samsung Climate Solutions, Samsung Home Appliances, Sonos Decor Agave, Geelli, InkPoster, Ionnyk, Lusent35, SoldiDesign, Systemtronic Clothing Design RRD – Roberto Ricci Designs Wine Oltrenero Fragrance Culti Milano Institutional NABA, Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti In Partnership with Milano Design Week

About Archiproducts With over one million products, more than 3,500 Brand partners and 3.7 million registered users, Archiproducts is the global source for Architecture and Design. Thousands of Professionals, Companies, and private users from all over the world choose Archiproducts to find inspiration, search catalogs, and discover Design products of the most important international Brands. Archiproducts Milano is the Archiproducts hub in Via Tortona 31, Milano. A space of Design Experience that welcomes Architects and Interior Designers in search of inspiration and new solutions for their projects. Every year, a new setup, an interior studio, and 100 Brands worldwide. Every day, product launches, temporary showrooms, pop-up shops, press conferences, installations, workshops, exhibitions, and meetings. An inspirational place full of life, where Design and Architecture interact with overlapping worlds such as fashion, tourism, sport, food, and other creative industries. Archiproducts is part of Mondadori Digital.

Mondadori Academy is launching a new training programme dedicated to manga comics, developed in collaboration with the publishing house Star Comics and the magazine Manga Issho, a leading European platform for manga creation and distribution. At the heart of the project lies a clear ambition: to help participants “become Mangaka, true creators of manga.”

The new courses have been designed to provide practical tools for understanding and experimenting with the language of manga, transforming passion into creative expertise.

This distinctive training offer is structured across four courses, each focused on a key stage of the creative process:

Guided by established authors and industry professionals, participants will explore the very core of manga culture, discovering how stories and characters are developed to captivate millions of readers worldwide. The courses adopt a practical and accessible approach: through examples, analysis and hands-on tools, learners will gain a clear understanding of how a manga takes shape, from the initial concept through to the construction of the final page. This is an opportunity both for aspiring creators and for enthusiasts who wish to refine their style and develop a more informed understanding of the creative process.

Through the collaboration between Mondadori Academy, Star Comics and Manga Issho, the initiative represents a meeting point between education and the publishing industry, combining academic expertise with professional know-how. It positions manga not only as a form of entertainment, but as a contemporary creative language and a powerful means of expression.

The courses are available at www.mondadoriacademy.it.

Mondadori Academy Mondadori Academy is the online learning platform of the Mondadori Group. Drawing on the expertise of its brands, it offers innovative, accessible and high-quality training programmes across a wide range of fields. From artificial intelligence and design to manga comics and entertainment, with additional courses launching in the coming weeks.

The initiative forms part of the broader My New Romance project, launched by Mondadori Store in October 2025 with the aim of celebrating and giving a voice to romance readers.

The space, distinguished by a welcoming and distinctive visual identity, will offer visitors a wide selection of titles enhanced by numerous Fably branded gadgets and products from other specialist brands, designed to strengthen the connection with the romance world. These include t shirts inspired by readers’ favourite themes, embroidered BookLovers caps, accessories to personalise e-readers, shaped bookmarks and everyday mugs featuring exclusive designs.

A selection of limited edition items created especially for the occasion, with bespoke graphic designs, will also be available.

Inside the bookshop, visitors will also be able to purchase signed copies by some of the most established authors in the romance genre.

Two exclusive promotions will accompany the My New Romance pop up and will be available to all romance readers. The first offers a special heart shaped book opener with the purchase of two romance titles published by Sperling and Kupfer. The second allows readers who purchase a romance title published by Newton and Compton to receive a complimentary “Bookshelf Challenge poster”, featuring an illustrated bookshelf where each space represents a book to be read and completed as part of a personal reading journey.

The project and all related initiatives will be shared across Mondadori Store’s social media channels, guiding the audience through the activities, events and key figures involved.

A PROGRAMME OF SPECIAL EVENTS

This packed programme of occasions will bring the Mondadori Duomo bookshop to life throughout the initiative, with presentations, signing sessions and meetings with authors, creators and leading voices from the genre.

Thursday 9 April:

Saturday 11 April:

Sunday 12 April:

Saturday 18 April:

Sunday 19 April:

Supporting the initiative will be @littlereadersophia, who will coordinate several of the weekend activities.

Ahead of her arrival in Italy, contemporary romance author Lauren Asher will also take part in a special signing session at Mondadori Duomo in Milan on 2 May at 4.00 pm.

The full calendar of events and details on how to attend are available in the Events section of mondadoristore.it

Mondadori Store is the largest network of bookshops in Italy, with over 500 locations across the country, from major cities to smaller towns. A widespread cultural presence nationwide, the network operates under the Mondadori Bookstore brand through both directly managed and franchised stores, and also includes the wholly owned bookshops Mondadori Bookstore | MA, Mondadori Duomo and Rizzoli Milano. Mondadori Store is also active online through its e-commerce platform Mondadoristore.it and its dedicated book club format.

The new storeextends over 70 square metres and has been carefully redesigned to preserve the distinctive character of Libreria Garibaldi, enhancing its historic rooms dedicated to different literary genres. Visitors will be welcomed by an experienced team of booksellers and a curated catalogue of around 13,000 titles, from timeless classics to the latest bestsellers, spanning fiction, general non-fiction, international works and school texts.

The new Mondadori Store bookshop in Sanremo will also host book launches, workshops and reading clubs, while promoting partnerships with festivals and cultural associations, in line with the network’s strategy to spread culture and promote reading.

“After the extraordinary journey of Claudio and Paola, who led the bookshop for more than 27 years, we are proud to take on the management of the renowned Libreria Garibaldi. Thanks to our affiliation with Mondadori Retail, we have been able to reopen, after two months of closure, a cultural space of vital importance for the area and its community,” say Nadia Schiavini and Fabio Lagiannella, Mondadori Store franchise partners.

The Sanremo store displays all the latest releases within dedicated themed areas designed to meet the tastes of every reader. These include a space for younger readerscomplete with educational games and illustrated books to inspire imagination; a section devoted to manga and comics; a corner dedicated to romance fiction, one of today’s most popular genres; and a broad selection of stationery, toys, gadgets and gift cards.

Sanremo’s Mondadori Store network also extends its services online. Customers can stay connected via Instagram and Facebook, and use the digital services on Mondadoristore.it to check availability and place orders. In addition, customers can get in touch with the bookshop via the digital services available on Mondadoristore.it to check a book’s availability. Customers can also place orders by phone, making it even easier to get the books they’re looking for. Among the services offered is Zeercle, which enables customers to sell books, CDs, vinyl records, physical video games, DVDs and Blu-ray discs in exchange for a gift card equivalent to the assessed value, redeemable in-store and online mondadoristore.it

Mondadori Store is Italy’s largest network of bookshops, with more than 500 outlets across the country, from major cities to smaller towns. These cultural hubs operate nationwide under the Mondadori Bookstore brand, both directly managed and franchised, alongside company-owned stores such as Mondadori Bookstore | MA, Mondadori Duomo and Rizzoli Milano. Mondadori Store is also active online through its e-commerce website Mondadoristore.it and its book club offering.

MONDADORI BOOKSTORE

Address: Corso Giuseppe Garibaldi 8, 18038, Sanremo, IM Opening hours: Mon-Sat 9am-7:30pm, Sun 10am-1pm/3:30pm-7:30pm

Telephone: 0184.500214 E-mail: garibaldi.libreria@gmail.com IG – FB

Located in the town’s historic centre, the Mondadori Bookstore will be inaugurated on Saturday 28 March at 17:30 in the presence of the Mayor, local Councillors for Culture and representatives from associations connected to the world of books and reading. The store will then open to the public from 19:00. The new Mondadori Bookstore in Barletta extends over approximately 200 square metres and offers a catalogue of more than 20,000 titles, ranging from great classics to bestsellers, including fiction, general non-fiction, local publishing and international works. Its aim is to help promote culture by creating an interactive meeting place for the whole community.

“After more than 10 years’ experience in the world of books, we are delighted to take this step together and open a new bookshop in the heart of Barletta,” say Francesca Centaro and Giuliana Damato, Mondadori Store franchisees. “This new space will become a key point of reference for local readers, with whom we have built a strong bond over time. We look forward to offering many opportunities to come together through events, activities and reading workshops, so that books continue to be moments of connection, discovery and growth,” they conclude.

The bookshop is arranged over two levels. The ground floor features all the latest releases and the main themed areas designed to cater to every reader’s tastes, including We are Junior, , the space dedicated to younger readers, with educational games and illustrated books to spark their imagination; Just Comics, devoted to manga and graphic novels; and My New Romance, the new corner for fans of romancefiction, one of the most popular literary genres of the moment. There is also a wide selection of stationery, toys, gadgets and gift cards. The lower ground floor has been designed as a reading room, with armchairs and tables to welcome customers, and will also serve as a dedicated space for hosting events and themed workshops.

The Mondadori Bookstore in Barletta also caters to onlinereaders: customers can stay up to date via its Instagram and Facebook pages. In addition, they can use the digital services on Mondadoristore.it to check availability, place orders, collect in store or arrange home delivery.

Among the services available is Zeercle, which allows customers to sell their books, as well as CDs, vinyl records, physical video games, DVDs and Blu-ray discs, in exchange for a gift card corresponding to the value attributed to the items, redeemable in Mondadori bookshops and on mondadoristore.it.

Mondadori Store is Italy’s largest network of bookshops, with more than 500 outlets across the country, from major cities to smaller towns. These cultural hubs operate nationwide under the Mondadori Bookstore brand, both directly managed and franchised, alongside company-owned stores such as Mondadori Bookstore | MA, Mondadori Duomo and Rizzoli Milano. Mondadori Store is also active online through its e-commerce website Mondadoristore.it and its book club offering.

MONDADORI BOOKSTORE

Address: Corso Vittorio Emanuele II 46-48, 76121, Barletta, BAT

Hours: Mon–Sat 9 am-1pm/5:00 pm-8:45 pm/Sun 10 am-1pm-6:30 pm–8:45 pm

Telephone: 0883.534104 Email: mondadoribarletta@gmail.com IG – FB

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The new Mondadori Bookstore, the only bookshop within the complex, offers the community a space entirely dedicated to culture, with a focus on books and entertainment. The store extends over 220 square metres of retail space and features a catalogue of more than 15.000 titles, ranging from great classics to bestsellers, including fiction, general non-fiction, and local and international works.

“We are pleased to announce the opening of a new directly managed bookshop – the first of 2026 – further strengthening Mondadori Store’s presence in Genoa and its province, within a modern and fully redeveloped location. Our aim is to offer welcoming, contemporary spaces that engage people and transform reading into an experience of connection, discovery and entertainment, reaching an ever broader community of readers,” said Carmine Perna, CEO of Mondadori Retail.

Genoa’s Mondadori Bookstore  is located on the first floor of the shopping centre and features all the latest releases alongside key themed areas designed to cater to every taste: We are Junior , the space dedicated to younger readers, including educational games and illustrated books to spark their imagination with engaging stories; Just Comics , a section devoted to manga and comic books; My New Romance , a new corner for readers who love the romance genre , one of the most popular literary categories of the moment; as well as a wide selection of stationery, toys, gadgets and gift cards.

The bookshop also caters online readers: customers can stay up to date via its Instagram and Facebook pages. In addition, they can use the digital services on  Mondadoristore.it to check book availability, place orders, collect in store or arrange home delivery.

Among the services available is Zeercle, which allows customers to sell their books, as well as CDs, vinyl records, physical video games, DVDs and Blu-ray discs, in exchange for a gift card corresponding to the value attributed to the items, redeemable in Mondadori bookshops and on mondadoristore.it

Mondadori Store is Italy’s largest network of bookshops, with more than 500 outlets across the country, from major cities to smaller towns. These cultural hubs operate nationwide under the Mondadori Bookstore brand, both directly managed and franchised, alongside company-owned stores such as Mondadori Bookstore | MA, Mondadori Duomo and Rizzoli Milano. Mondadori Store is also active online through its e-commerce website Mondadoristore.it and its book club offering.

MONDADORI BOOKSTORE

Address: Aldo Moro 194 Overpass, 16128, Genoa, GE Opening hours: Mon – Sun 09.00 – 21.00 E-mail: libreria.genovawaterfront@mondadori.it IG – FB

Any further developments will be disclosed to the market in due course.

With a floor area of 120 square metres and a modern layout, the new Mondadori Bookstore has been designed to meet the needs of all audiences. Customers will be welcomed by the shop’s passionate booksellers and a catalogue of 18,000 titles, ranging from great classics to bestsellers, including fiction, non-fiction, general interest and international titles.

“We are delighted to create a new space in the centre of Trani dedicated to books and entertainment, with a forward-thinking concept that will host collaborations with the city’s schools, libraries and cultural festivals,” says Giovanni D’Avanzo, a Mondadori Store franchisee. “We want this bookshop to become a point of reference for everyone. A place where people can share their love of reading and enjoy experiences that go beyond simply buying a book,” D’Avanzo concludes.

The bookshop will display all the latest releases, with dedicated themed areas designed to suit every reader’s tastes. These include We are Junior,  a space for younger readers featuring educational games and illustrated books to spark their imagination through engaging stories; Just Comics, the section devoted to the world of manga and graphic novels; and My New Romance, a new corner for fans of romance fiction, one of the most popular literary genres of the moment. The store’s offering is further enriched by a selection of books in their original language, as well as a wide range of stationery, toys, gadgets and gift cards.

Trani’sMondadori Bookstore will also cater to online readers: customers can stay up to date via its Instagram and Facebook pages. In addition, they can get in touch with the bookshop through the digital channels of  Mondadoristore.it to check book availability, place orders, collect in-store or have items delivered to their home.

Among the services available will also be Zeercle, a platform that allows customers to sell their books, as well as CDs, vinyl records, physical video games, DVDs and Blu-ray discs, in exchange for a gift card corresponding to the value assigned to the items, which can be used in Mondadori Store bookshops and on the related website.

Mondadori Store is Italy’s largest network of bookshops, with more than 500 outlets across the country, from major cities to smaller towns. These cultural hubs operate nationwide under the Mondadori Bookstore brand, both directly managed and franchised, alongside company-owned stores such as Mondadori Bookstore | MA, Mondadori Duomo and Rizzoli Milano. Mondadori Store is also active online through its e-commerce website Mondadoristore.it and its book club offering.

MONDADORI BOOKSTORE

Address: Via Aldo Moro 24/26, 76125, Trani, BT Opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 8.00 am to 1.00 pm and 4.00 pm to 8.00 pm

Telephone: 0883 896821 E-mail: libreriamondadoriandria@gmail.com IG – FB

Starting summer 2026, families staying at Alpiclub resorts will be able to enjoy 30 interactive workshops, developed around Focus Junior and Focus Pico activity card sets. These will enhance the Alpiclub resort activities, the family-focused line, allowing young guests to explore the wonders of science, creativity, and hands-on skills, with a focus on environmental awareness, through guided activities designed to foster independence and a spirit of discovery.

The activities are tailored by age group: those developed with Focus Junior will engage children aged 8 to 13 in practical experiments and scientific challenges, while Focus Pico activities are aimed at younger children, offering a playful, sensory approach to learning and creativity.

Resort animators, specially trained in both educational methods and group management, will guide participants through every step, from building the perfect sandcastle to creating simple objects from recycled materials, such as frisbees made from paper plates. To support the experience, dedicated kits will be provided, which will include not only the activity cards and a guidebook with instructions and additional insights to make the activities even more intuitive and engaging, but also all the creative materials needed.

The partnership will also be covered through editorial content on the Focus Junior website and social media channels, as well as in newsletters.

Through this project, Alpitour, Focus Junior, and Focus Pico reinforce a shared belief: curiosity is the beginning of every journey. The activity card kit sets become a bridge between fun and learning, turning a family holiday into an opportunity to explore, discover, and enjoy together.

For more information about the initiative, please visit www.alpitour.it