‘A way of thinking that accommodates irrationality while maintaining coherence.
A design that offers an alternative interpretation to existing values.
A curiosity to explore the boundaries of minimalism while respecting its roots.
A desire to reclaim the disorder and freedom once found in childhood paper crafts.
While considering these ideas, I came to engage with the words “Deconstructed Minimalism.”
It was an encounter with a deeper inquiry into reassessing established notions and reconsidering what defines minimalism itself.
The depth of these words may not yet be entirely grasped, and a definitive answer may still be out of reach.
Even so, engaging with this key concept serves as an opportunity for me to reflect on shifting values.
Whether it is a deconstruction of or a reinvention of minimalism, from a deeply personal perspective, may be one possible approach to form worth exploring.’

The fourth Alcova Milano will be held at Villa Borsani, following on from last year. The concept of minimalism is explored in this exhibition through the assumption of how far it can be expanded. Taking inspiration from the idea of “deconstruction,” the works aim to create a shift in the forms commonly interpreted as minimalist.
In the field of furniture and product design, where constraints in scale, technique, and function often limit expression, the concept of deconstruction is approached not as a mere wordplay or styling, but as an attempt to explore and expand boundaries. Specifically, the works attempt to add detail—typically minimized in minimalist expressions—without contradicting human anatomy or formal principles, thus maintaining simplicity while exploring form at the very edge of what may still be recognized as minimalist.
The exhibition, titled “Deconstructed Minimalism,” presents two chairs, one type of stool, and two lighting pieces.