THE VISIONARY JOURNEY OF MAURIZIO MONTALTI, CHIEF MYCELIUM OFFICER AT SQIM, MOGU, EPHEA Mogu is proud to share the Federlegno Arredo article that delves into the pioneering path of Maurizio Montalti — co-founder of Mogu, SQIM, and Ephea — a visionary at the crossroads of design, biology, and biotechnology. For many years, Maurizio has explored … Read More
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Discover How to Elevate Interior Design with Mycelium – View the Webinar!
WEBINAR “DESIGNING WITH NATURE – ADOPTING MYCELIUM IN INTERIOR DESIGN” At MOGU, our mission is to drive innovation in interior design by offering sustainable solutions that combine natural materials with modern aesthetics. That’s why we’re thrilled to invite architects, designers, and companies to an exclusive webinar. In this webinar, Serena Camere, Head of Design & … Read More
Biomimicry: Nature as the Mastermind of Sustainable Design
Nature stands as the ultimate innovator. Every element of the natural world, from intricate biological processes to awe-inspiring physical structures, has been honed over millions of years to address environmental challenges with unparalleled efficiency. This evolutionary mastery forms the foundation of biomimicry, a groundbreaking discipline that draws inspiration from Nature’s principles to derive innovative solutions … Read More
2024: Bold Ideas, Iconic Spaces – A Year of Sustainable Innovation
2024 has been a landmark year of exceptional collaborations and visionary projects, placing Mogu’s work at the heart of some of the world’s most iconic spaces. With unwavering dedication and a passion for innovation, we tackled creative challenges head-on, delivering design solutions that masterfully unite aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability, (inspiring professionals across architecture and design. … Read More
The Value of Imperfection in Design: A Tribute to Uniqueness and Authenticity
In today’s world of mass production, where every object is replicated with precise accuracy, design is rediscovering a timeless, revolutionary concept: imperfection. By moving beyond rigid geometric lines and assembly-line uniformity, modern design is now embracing irregularity and natural elements, thereby creating pieces that are deeply human and authentically unique. Notably, small asymmetries and subtle … Read More
HOW PLASTIC SAVED THE ELEPHANTS: A STORY OF ECONOMY RATHER THAN SUSTAINABILITY
During the 19th century, the increasing demand for ivory placed immense pressure on elephant populations in Africa and Asia. Ivory was a prized material, used for a wide range of luxury products, from billiard balls to piano keys, combs and ornaments. The intensive hunting of elephants to meet this demand brought the species to the … Read More
DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF MYCO-FABRICATION: WORKSHOP BY DOMAINE DE BOISBUCHET, ALÉA & PARK ASSOCIATI
Mogu is proud to announce its collaboration as the official material supplier for the highly anticipated “Myco-Fabrication” workshop, organized by Domaine de Boisbuchet, together with Miriam Josi and Stella Lee Prowse from the French studio Aléa. This innovative event began on July 21 and will conclude on July 27, promising to be a unique experience … Read More
MUNICH CREATIVE BUSINESS WEEK – HOW TO CO-CREATE WITH NATURE
Maurizio Montalti to Speak at Munich Creative Business Week! How can we (re)learn to live, manage, and design together with nature? Under the annual motto of “How to co-create with nature,” the mcbw design summit will take place on May 13, 2024, where Maurizio Montalti will be holding a keynote as one of the speakers. … Read More
BAGNO DIURNO – MILAN DESIGN WEEK 2024
BAGNO DIURNO – A PROJECT BY STUDIOLATTE AND FINEMATERIA IN COLLABORATION WITH INABITA During the Milan Design Week 2024, Studiolatte and Finemateria with Inabita present Bagno Diurno, the reopening of the historical building of the former Casa dell’Acqua in Via Giacosa within Parco Trotter in Milan. A week-long celebration of design, innovation, and sustainability, where … Read More
GENSLER SELECTS MOGU FLOOR FLEX: A PARTNERSHIP IN INNOVATIVE WORKSPACE DESIGN
EXPLORING THE THRIVING ECOSYSTEM OF WORK LIFE Mogu for Gensler at workspace design show. Workspace design is at the forefront of innovation and sustainability, shaping the way we experience our professional environments. At the Workspace Design Show in London, industry leaders gather to explore the latest trends and innovations, and this year, MOGU and Gensler … Read More