Italian Design Day is the annual event dedicated to Italian creativity, innovation, and design excellence. In 2026 as well, South Africa will host a rich programme organised by the Italian representation network (Embassy, Consulates, and IIC), in collaboration with ICTAF – International Cape Town Art Fair, the Cape Town Furniture Fair, SACII, and the Department of Architecture and Industrial Design at Tshwane University of Technology (TUT).
On this occasion, the Institute is pleased to welcome Francesca Lanzavecchia, an internationally renowned Italian designer. Her work, strongly interdisciplinary in nature, brings together product design, research, and a deep focus on human needs, exploring the role of design in care, inclusion, and social impact.
We are excited to bring her vision to South Africa and to take part once again in this dynamic platform for artistic dialogue and cultural exchange.
To learn more about her work: www.francescalanzavecchia.com/about