WORTH Exhibition Returns to Milan Design Week 2025

We are thrilled to announce that the WORTH Partnership Project Exhibition – organized by the European Union's COSME Programme – will once again be part of the prestigious Milan Design Week, showcasing the innovative creations from the winners of the project's third call.

From April 8 to 13, the WORTH Exhibition will showcase groundbreaking design projects developed through the collaboration of designers, artisans, SMEs, and tech innovators, all supported by WORTH’s mentorship program, funded by the European Union's COSME Programme. The creative industry is a key pillar of the EU economy, which is why WORTH Project stands as Europe's largest creative incubator, offering funding, mentorship, and networking opportunities to transform innovative ideas into market-ready products.

The WORTH Exhibition marks the most significant moment of visibility for the 69 winning projects of the third call. This year's event will showcase the results of the supported, celebrating pioneering advancements of design in the fashion and lifestyle industries, including: accessories, footwear, furniture, home decoration, interior design, architecture, jewellery, leather, textiles, and clothing.

We will be delighted to welcome you to the new location of this year's edition. Thanks to our collaboration with Isola Design—the renowned global design platform—the exhibition will take place at ZONA K, one of Milan’s most vibrant creative hubs.

The exhibition will kick off with an opening event at the stand on 8 April from 17:00 to 19:00, offering attendees a chance to connect, explore, and celebrate design excellence.

Workshops & networking

The exhibition will not be the only exciting event organised by the WORTH project.

On 9 and 11 April, we will also host engaging workshops and networking activities at the Holiday Inn Milan – Garibaldi Station (just a 10-minute walk from the exhibition venue) reserved for WORTH participants as part of the Coaching Programme.

• 9 April, 16:15–18:15: Crafting Your Brand and Your Story with Marcella Echevarria, founder of XTANT, a specialist in branding and sustainability.
• 11 April 
  • 15:30–16:30: How to launch and run a successful crowdfunding campaign by Niko Klansek, a founding member of Kenmare DAO. 
  • 16:30–17:30: Fashion and the future of AI by Annette Lennerup, founder of Annette Lennerup Consultancy.

Follow us on social media for exclusive insights into the projects and the visionary minds behind them! We’re waiting for you in Milan to discover the future of design and innovation.

Want to learn more about the activities at the WORTH Exhibition?

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Practical information

When

Tuesday 8 April 2025, 10:00 - Sunday 13 April 2025, 18:00 (CEST)

Where

ZONA K, Via Spalato 11, Milan

Languages

English