In memory of Giorgio Armani
Politecnico di Milano celebrates the Master's legacy.
The School of Design commemorates Giorgio Armani and celebrates his legacy and special connection with our University.
In 2007, Giorgio Armani was awarded an Honorary Degree in Design in recognition of his career as an exemplary testimony to the value of project applied to fashion. He transformed the role of the fashion designer into that of a designer-entrepreneur, combining creativity, design rigour, industry relationships and people needs.
His work represented a model of Italian design combining aesthetics, innovation and quality, and helped to redefine contemporary design culture. The awarding of the honorary degree recognized the importance of his 'craft to design' approach, a lesson that remains relevant and inspiring for new generations of designers today.