Proposte 2026: Quality, relationships and international vision

The 33rd edition of Proposte concluded on May 7th. For three days, Villa Erba welcomed the key players of a supply chain that continues to stand out globally for its creativity and innovation, confirming the fair as a privileged meeting place for manufacturing excellence and design culture.

 

Figures and successes of this edition

With 87 selected exhibitors from 14 countries, the event recorded the presence of over 2,500 buyers, marking a 5% growth compared to the previous edition.

The top five markets by origin were Italy, UK, United States of America, Germany, and France. Strengthening the international reach was the support of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the ITA – Italian Trade Agency, with a delegation of 51 buyers and 16 journalists from 23 countries.

This edition also saw the debut of the INTERNI.Proposte Award 2026 and the collaboration with Cristina Celestino Studio for the design of the common areas

See you in 2027

The 33rd edition closes with a clear vision for the future: an ecosystem where textiles, design, research, and hospitality engage in a close dialogue, keeping the value of manufacturing quality at the center.

We look forward to seeing you next year: Proposte will return to Villa Erba from May 4th to 6th, 2027.