A collaboration between the company and the postgraduate training center founded by the Politecnico di Milano
The growing need for domestic spaces that can adapt to a variety of daily activities has led to a reevaluation of interior spaces, placing greater emphasis on flexibility and multifunctionality.
Domesticity workshop
The second edition of the Domesticity workshop — in collaboration with Nobili — offers students of the Master in Interior Design at the Politecnico di Milano (managed by POLI.design in collaboration with SPD Scuola Politecnica di Design) the opportunity to tackle new design challenges.
In recent years, the evolution of living habits has sparked a deep reflection on how domestic space is managed: according to recent studies, the demand for flexible and multifunctional homes has increased by over 30%, driven by phenomena such as smart working and urban downsizing.
The workshop invites students to design housing units of approximately 55 sqm, intended for two permanent residents and one temporary guest, with a focus on the quality of small spaces and their ability to adapt to the needs of contemporary life.
The goal is to develop innovative solutions for bathroom/wellness and kitchen/living areas that meet the needs of a specific target group while reflecting current trends in interior design.
“For us, empowering young people means helping them unleash their full creativity and vision. What interests us the most is working on new concepts — not so much of individual products but of new ways of inhabiting space,” emphasizes Giorgio Nobili, Marketing Manager at Nobili.
“We consider it a privilege to put our experience at the service of the interior designers of tomorrow, supporting global skills and a design culture that helps us anticipate future trends.”
Domesticity workshop structure
The workshop is structured in several phases, including classroom sessions, company visits to Nobili, and final project presentations. These activities allow students to engage directly with industry professionals, deepening their understanding of the relationship between design and industrial production.
“The Master in Interior Design is a specialized educational program that has consolidated over the years, enhancing its quality both in terms of teaching methods and the content and topics explored in workshops and practical activities — in line with the latest and most innovative industry trends,” explains Francesco Scullica, Scientific Director of the Master in Interior Design.
Through this collaboration, POLI.design and Nobili Rubinetterie aim to train professionals capable of interpreting and anticipating the evolving nature of contemporary living, developing projects that combine aesthetics, functionality, and technological innovation.
The students’ projects will be presented at Scuola Politecnica di Design on Monday, May 12, 2025.
Nobili
Founded in 1954 by Carlo Nobili in Suno, at the heart of Italy’s tapware district in the province of Novara, Nobili is now recognized as a technological leader in the industry. Patented systems for water saving and innovative mixing cartridges are just a few of the results of Nobili’s research, applied to bathroom faucets and kitchen mixers. The company is committed to maintaining the highest quality throughout its production chain, with a singular focus: water, a precious element that brings “everyday wonders” into our lives.
POLI.design
POLI.design is a national and international postgraduate education center and an integral part of the Design System of Politecnico di Milano (ranked 1st in Italy, 3rd in Europe, and 6th in the world for Art & Design by the QS World University Rankings 2025). Since 1999, POLI.design has built its educational offering on project-based learning, research, and the polytechnic tradition. From Master’s programs to Executive Courses and tailor-made experiences for organizations, POLI.design offers cross-industry training paths that transmit the design mindset necessary to drive transformation across various sectors. As a key player in a global education network in the field of design, it fosters dialogue between academia, institutions, and industry.