Curated by founder Nina Yashar, Silver Lining is a striking exhibition on view in the atrium of Nilufar Depot during Milan Design Week 2025. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the Depot is transformed by Fosbury Architecture into an immersive environment inspired by the aesthetics of the 1970s, exploring the world of metal as a monochromatic pool of leisure and pleasure. Through color, curves, edges, and texture, the installation creates a cohesive yet dynamic composition.

Yashar brings together a curated mix of collectible design, contemporary works, and vintage pieces. Designers featured include Audrey Large, Supaform, studioutte, and Flavie Audi, alongside Destroyers / Builders, Wendy Andreu & Bram Vanderbeke, Odd Matter, Irene Goldberg, and Michael Schoner. These are shown in dialogue with vintage works by Gio Ponti, Gabriella Crespi, Mario Bellini, Nanda Vigo, and others.

The exhibition centers on metal, showcasing its versatility through a range of finishes and techniques—from galvanized steel and nickel-plated brass to silver leaf and chrome. Spanning eras and styles, the show weaves a compelling narrative through a single material.

“Metals—especially aluminum—have always held immense power for me,” says Yashar. “Raw yet malleable, strong yet expressive, metal is the new gold.”

The collaboration with Fosbury Architecture highlights Yashar’s commitment to nurturing emerging Milan-based talent and pushing the boundaries of contemporary design.