Studio davidpompa presents Materia México, an exhibition that highlights the richness of Mexican craftsmanship by showcasing the depth of traditional materials embodied in light. Part of Euroluce, Salone del Mobile during Milan Design Week 2025, Materia México reflects studio davidpompa’s deep material research and modern reinterpretation of traditional techniques. With a strong focus on material exploration and the artisanal process, the exhibition merges Mexican culture with timeless aesthetics, creating distinctive lighting sculptures that highlight the natural beauty of raw materials. Eight collections will unfold in a space of textures. For the first time, our full collection will be presented in Europe, with Cilia, Cobá, and Nilia making their debut.
For the first hour of every day, the studio will be offering tamales and atole to the visitors—a deeply rooted tradition in Mexican culture. In contrast to the european breakfast of bread and coffee, davidpompa aims to bring a part of the essence of Mexico's unique breakfast culture, where food it’s an experience of connection and warmth.
The exhibition unfolds through a series of architectural volumes, each dedicated to distinct materials. Visitors are welcomed by a small window with a subtle yet powerful reference to traditional Mexican architecture. The space will offer a sensorial journey, incorporating a culinary experience inspired by the natural materials used in lighting pieces. A key element of this concept is a 20-kilo solid chocolate sculpture, designed to resemble a raw rock. Visitors can break off pieces of the chocolate, engaging with the transformation of a raw material through both texture and taste.
As our Fuori Salone event, we are presenting Affogato Barro at iconic Terroir Milano space, an immersive experience that honors Mexico’s rich material culture. The act of pouring espresso into a glass evokes the ritual of shaping Barro Negro in its mold, drawing a parallel between craftsmanship and creation. We invite you to the evening event, it will take place on April 11th at 18:00 hrs. Throughout April 11th and 12th, Affogato Barro will be served all day, bringing together the bold flavors of D612 coffee roasters and Ciacco Lab gelato in a unique collaboration.
