ADI Design Museum

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Mies van der Rohe Award 2026

The 40 shortlisted projects of the EUmies Awards 2026 in photographs, videos and models, on transforming existing buildings. The award returns to Milan after ten years.

Now showing5 Nov – 10 Jan 2027€15

Permanent Collections

Lifetime Achievement Photography

151 poster-format images in which contemporary Italian photographers pay tribute to the Compasso d'Oro Career Award masters.

Permanent collection€15

Compasso d'Oro. Spanning the world

Photographs of subjects from eyes to galaxies that share the golden ratio, linking the Compasso d'Oro's namesake instrument to patterns across nature and culture.

Permanent collection€15

The spoon and the city. Compasso d'Oro Historical Collection

Every project awarded the Compasso d'Oro since 1954, shown chronologically with sketches, photographs and prototypes tracing the evolution of Italian design.

Permanent collection€15

DesignUP – Continuity Solutions

A thematic focus within the Compasso d'Oro collection presenting Italian design as a network of relationships, skills and innovations that shaped manufacturing.

Permanent collection€15

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Palazzo Citterio

Art19 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does ADI Design Museum cost?

Standard adult admission to ADI Design Museum is €15. Reduced €12 (students, cardholders, professionals); free for children under 10, ICOM members and Abbonamento Musei holders. Cashless.. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of ADI Design Museum?

ADI Design Museum is open Open daily except Friday, 10:30-20:00 (last entry 19:15). September 2026: some areas temporarily closed for expansion works.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is ADI Design Museum?

ADI Design Museum is located at Piazza Compasso d'Oro 1, 20154 Milano, Italy, in the Porta Volta / Monumentale area of Milan. The nearest stations are Monumentale (M5) and Garibaldi FS (M2, M5).

What can I see at ADI Design Museum?

Every Compasso d'Oro winner since 1954, from coffee pots to cars, in a converted industrial hall near Porta Volta. Current highlights include Mies van der Rohe Award 2026, Lifetime Achievement Photography and Compasso d'Oro. Spanning the world.

Do I need to book ADI Design Museum in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit ADI Design Museum?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.