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• Milan Design Week: Samsung's Mauro Porcini says love is the most powerful word in design

  Creative Boom · Apr 23, 2026 · Interview

  At Milan Design Week 2026, Samsung’s chief design officer Mauro Porcini discussed his philosophy that 'design is an act of love'. The article explores Porcini’s career from 3M and PepsiCo to Samsung, his human-centered approach to design, and his belief that emotional connection and diversity of expression are central to innovation. The piece also highlights Samsung’s 'Design is an Act of Love' exhibition, which showcased AI-driven, sensory experiences emphasizing empathy and individuality.

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  Tom May
• Design Matters: Mauro Porcini

  · Interview

  This episode of Design Matters, hosted by Debbie Millman, features an in-depth conversation with Mauro Porcini, President and Chief Design Officer at Samsung. Porcini discusses his philosophy that design should move beyond 'form follows function' to 'form and function follow meaning,' emphasizing human-centered and ethical technology. The discussion explores his career journey from Italy to global leadership roles at Philips, 3M, PepsiCo, and Samsung, and his reflections on belonging, learning, and the human side of innovation.

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  Debbie MillmanCurtis Fox