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I am just back from Moscow iSaloni. This is a kind of a Russian version of Italian Salone del mobile that takes place every April in Milan. I am sure architects and designers know what I mean.
I went to see the Moscow iSaloni for the first time ever. This year it was (if I am not wrong) the 5th edition.
Well, the first difference between Moscow and Milano is that the Moscow event seems to be open only to designer, architects and their (very rich) clients. General audience does not really care about it. Yeah, it is not like Milano that turns into a city full of events, happening, champagne, design and happy locals and foreigner guests strolling around the city for 1 week.
I am just back from Moscow iSaloni. This is a kind of a Russian version of Italian Salone del mobile that takes place every April in Milan. I am sure architects and designers know what I mean.
I went to see the Moscow iSaloni for the first time ever. This year it was (if I am not wrong) the 5th edition.
Well, the first difference between Moscow and Milano is that the Moscow event seems to be open only to designer, architects and their (very rich) clients. General audience does not really care about it. Yeah, it is not like Milano that turns into a city full of events, happening, champagne, design and happy locals and foreigner guests strolling around the city for 1 week.
Second, rather than being an experimental, innovative and contemporary, Russian iSaloni has a taste of an antique shop. But the stuff on display is not antique at all. Clearly Russians love embellished golden blinking design. I would define 75% of collections on show as “for princesses and the kings only”. It does not mean I don’t like this kind of furniture at all. If I had a house in Venice, I would love to have this kind of interior. Still the thing that makes me worry is that there is not much variety on Moscow iSaloni. And “style” is the key-word.
Then, Italy seems the only producers who can successfully sell on Russian market. At least I had this impression. Indeed, basically only “made in Italy” are on display. Pity. The whole world is full of talented designers and height quality producers.
Finally, prices are really high. I saw a nice plaid and I asked about how much was it. With some unbelievable discounts the cost was “only 600 EUR”. Only? Shall I tell you an average price of a bed? I cannot. Indeed, I am still wondering how many zeros there were on the price tag…