Enrico Lumini of Hot Lab reflects on the unexpected path that led him to yacht design, combining his passion for industrial product design and architecture. In this video interview, he shares personal insights, his design ethos, and why teaching keeps him sharp.
In this exclusive interview, Enrico Lumini, co-founder of renowned yacht design firm Hot Lab, opens up about his unconventional journey into the world of naval architecture. Originally set on a medical path, Lumini was redirected by both circumstance and passion — a love for design discovered during a school year in the United States.
He explains how a background in industrial design laid the foundation for a unique approach to yacht design, eventually merging with architecture and evolving into Hot Lab’s signature philosophy: Architecture for Voyagers. Through collaborations with shipyards in Turkey, Italy, and beyond, Lumini highlights how Italian creativity can flourish globally, even when local opportunities feel limited.
Beyond design, Lumini speaks on his long-standing connection with the Politecnico and the essential role of teaching in staying relevant and accountable. He also shares his admiration for art as a foundational element in architecture — lamenting how the dialogue between artist and client has faded in modern times.
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