During Milan Design Week, Brera and the Cadorna area become the beating heart of creativity and innovation. choosing an apartment in these neighborhoods means staying at the center of events, exhibitions and trends of the Salone del Mobile, and enjoying a convenient and immersive experience.
Why Brera is perfect for design lovers
Brera is historically a cultural and artistic district: cobbled streets, art galleries, design showrooms and artisan boutiques. staying here allows you to:
- Immerse yourself in a creative atmosphere: contemporary design exhibitions are held even in courtyards and historical buildings
- Reach events on foot: many installations and showrooms are located in or near the area
- Attend talks and workshops: often hosted by design schools and studios
An apartment in Brera puts you in direct contact with the spirit of the Salone.
Benefits of staying in Cadorna during Design Week
Cadorna is ideal for connections and services, especially if you plan to move frequently:
- Access to Fiera Milano Rho: trains and metro make it easy to reach the main fair
- Close to event venues and pop-ups: many brands organize temporary showrooms in this area
- Easy city access: from bike‑sharing to shuttle buses for fairs and satellite locations
An apartment here ensures practicality and proximity to the main events.
Smart comfort during the design week
During such a dynamic week, having a comfortable and functional place to stay is key:
- Spacious and bright interiors: open‑spaces with designer furniture allow for networking or relaxation
- Workstations and fast Wi-Fi: to attend meetings and stream content directly from the pavilions
- Living area and full kitchen: perfect for welcome drinks, aperitifs or home‑style dinners after exhibitions
These features make an apartment in Brera or Cadorna the ideal extension of your design experience.
Tailored services for design professionals
Booking with Milan Retreats means you can enjoy services designed for professionals and design enthusiasts:
- Concierge for events: assistance with bookings for exhibitions, dinners and exclusive showroom visits
- Design-themed guided tours: curated walks through Brera with expert local guides
- Extra hospitality services: transfers, private catering and shuttles to the main venues
Everything to make your stay smooth, inspiring and stress‑free.
How to choose the right apartment
To make the most of Design Week, choose an apartment that offers:
- Strategic location: within a 10-minute walk of Brera or Cadorna station
- Functional space: large living room, working area and fully equipped kitchen
- Extra services: concierge, high‑speed internet, custom tours and transfers on request
This way, you’ll balance work, networking and downtime in style.
Make the most of design week in Milan
Booking an apartment in Brera or Cadorna during Salone del Mobile means fully immersing yourself in Milan’s design culture, alternating busy days at the fair with well‑deserved rest in a curated and functional space. choose Milan Retreats to enjoy an unforgettable and efficient stay, surrounded by the energy of innovation.