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A Massive Design Store is About to Open Inside an Entire 19th-Century Palace in Milan

A Milano sta per aprire un enorme negozio di design dentro un intero palazzo dell’Ottocento

The American luxury interior design giant RH (formerly Restoration Hardware) is set to open its first Italian flagship store in Milan's historic Palazzo del Principe di Piombino. Located on Corso Venezia, the massive 5,000-square-meter "Gallery" occupies a 19th-century neoclassical palace that has undergone an extensive restoration costing at least €10 million. The site will feature multiple floors of luxury furnishings, a 1,000-square-meter garden, and a subterranean restaurant called La Volta housed under a crystal dome.

This opening marks a significant expansion for RH in Europe following its recent debut on the Champs-Élysées in Paris. By transforming a long-neglected historic landmark into a high-end retail and hospitality destination, the project underscores the increasing fusion of luxury commerce, heritage preservation, and lifestyle experiences. Scheduled to open during Milan Design Week 2026, the venue is poised to become a major attraction for the global design community and a key player in the city's luxury retail landscape.