5 Destinations for Design Tourism

Starting this week, thousands of fans of midcentury modernism will descend on Palm Springs, Calif., for neighborhood architecture viewing, intimate home tours, art shows and film premieres as part of Modernism Week (which is actually 10 days). Design tourism is a year-round pursuit, and aficionados can shop for, learn about and otherwise appreciate their favorite items around the world.

Near Cincinnati, the 20th Century Cincinnati Vintage Modern Expo takes over the Sharonville Convention Center on Feb. 20 through 22, with more than 70 dealers across 40,000 square feet. The family- and women-owned event turns 31 this year, features vendors largely from the industrial Midwest and Ohio, and admits children under 18 for free.

Highlights include a Friday night Mid Mod Mixer with early access for serious collectors and an Ultra Luxe package that includes a two-night stay at 21C. Milan’s Salone Internazionale del Mobile anchors Milan Design Week from April 21 through 26, with the furniture fair returning to Fiera Milano and citywide venues.

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