The Achille Castiglioni Studio Museum and its collection

The Achille Castiglioni Studio Museum is a museum devoted to Achille Castiglioni, an Italian designer of furniture, lighting and radiograms. DUring a tour through the museum, visitors get to see the rooms where Achille created and developed his designs.

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The Achille Castiglioni Studio Museum
Piazza Castello 27
20121 Milan

Visitor information The Achille Castiglioni Studio Museum

Opening hours

The Achille Castiglioni Foundation is open from Tuesday to Friday from 10.00 – 11.00 – 12.00 and one Saturday a month.
The duration of the visit is approximately 60 minutes.

Admission

0 – 6Free
7 – 17€7.00
18 – 24€10.00
25 – 65€15.00
66€10.00
DisabledFree

Facilities

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Location & Map

Piazza Castello 27, Milan

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Exhibitions

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  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Achille Castiglioni Studio Museum in Milan offers visitors an insightful look into the work and creative process of the renowned Italian industrial designer. Located in the heart of the city, this small but well-curated museum preserves Castiglioni's original studio space, allowing guests to explore his innovative designs and prototypes.

    Many visitors appreciate the museum's authentic atmosphere, which feels like stepping into the designer's workspace frozen in time. The guided tours, often led by knowledgeable family members or associates of Castiglioni, receive high praise for their informative and engaging nature. These tours provide valuable context to the objects on display and offer anecdotes about Castiglioni's life and work.

    The museum showcases a wide array of Castiglioni's iconic designs, from lighting fixtures to everyday objects, demonstrating his ability to combine functionality with aesthetic appeal. Visitors often comment on how the exhibits reveal Castiglioni's ingenious problem-solving approach and his influence on modern design.

    However, some visitors note that the museum is relatively small and can be crowded during peak times, which may impact the viewing experience. Additionally, as tours are typically in Italian, non-Italian speakers might miss out on some details, although efforts are made to accommodate English-speaking visitors.

    The museum's location in a residential building without prominent signage can make it slightly challenging to find, which has been a minor inconvenience for some visitors. Despite these small drawbacks, most visitors find the museum to be a worthwhile experience for those interested in design, architecture, or Italian cultural history.

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