In celebration of Kartell Museum's 25th-anniversary and the refresh of its archival materials library, Kartell will present the temporary exhibition, "Memories from the Future," dedicated to Joe Colombo's work for the iconic Italian design brand. The title unites memory and future, emphasizing that the future is not to be waited for passively but to be built actively today as a collective commitment rooted in the knowledge of the past and memory.

Among the repertoire of designers who have shaped Kartell's history, Joe Colombo (1930-1971) stands out for his unique talent as he made the concept of “future” a central figure to his designs. With Joe Colombo, the future becomes concrete, taking form in his innovative ideas and objects. Throughout his collaboration with Kartell, Joe Colombo explored fundamental themes such as material experimentation, technological research, and functionality, envisioning a future that could be realised in the present. His designs represent an experimental and forward-thinking vision. Colombo's designs continue to represent an evolving potential capable of inspiring new generations.

The exhibition celebrates the value of the archive as a tool for continuous innovation, reflecting the forward-looking vision that Kartell and Joe Colombo bring to life each day through ideas, experiments, and creations that embody a commitment to change.