An icon of 1930s art deco in the heart of Milan. Villa Necchi was built by Pietro Portaluppi for the Necchi Campiglio family, which belonged to the Lombard industrial bourgeoisie. 

Spazio Rossana Orlandi, a store and gallery dedicated to avantgarde design, located in a former tie factory.

Fondazione Prada is an institution dedicated to contemporary art/ culture and is located in an former industrial complex on the southern edge of Milan. The new and regenerated buildings are designed by OMA/ Rem Koolhaas. A must visit is Bar Luce designed by Wes Anderson.

Best designer clothing store in Milan (in my humble opinion!).

Charming place where to find books, wine, music, exhibitions and talks. My favourite bit is the lovely little backyard.