At Milan Design Week 2026, we discovered one of the most poetic installations of the season: Idiorythmia by Studio Smarin at Institut Français Milano.
Inspired by the idea of “living together, separately,” Idiorythmia explored how individuals can coexist while maintaining their own rhythms. Through light, sound, and minimal forms, the installation created a calm, almost meditative space—an invitation to slow down during one of the busiest design weeks of the year.
Among the elements that resonated most with our approach at Unduetrestella was the educational dimension connected to Ecoletopie, designed by Smarin. Conceived as a modular learning environment, Ecoletopie is a tool for teaching teams where students become active participants. Cork blocks, oak boards, and dynamic seating systems shape an open and evolving space that encourages proprioception, critical thinking, and collective intelligence.
In a week often defined by bold and immersive experiences, this project stood out for its subtlety and depth—while also offering a meaningful reflection on how design can support new educational models.
For us, it strongly aligns with how we imagine spaces for children and families: flexible, intuitive, and built around individual and collective growth.
Photo credit: Smarin Studio