Milan, Italy 

www.designboom.com

Since 1988 she has been actively working and training within the design and internet industries. As a designer and consultant, she has collaborated with architects/designers Achille Castiglioni, Renzo Piano, Enzo Mari and Bruno Munari. Since 15 years she collaborates with Vico Magistretti and is Product Manager for the italian furniture company De Padova. As historic researcher, she has worked / works as design expert for international auction houses and legal courts. 

In 1999 she founded, together with Massimo Mini, designboom and has since undertaken a wide selection of projects, including design exhibitions and design competitions for international clients (Nokia, Sotheby's, 100% Design London, Reed Exhibitions, Milan Fair,...)

Birgit has also been a Senior Lecturer in Industrial Design with workshops at major European Universities, she now organizes 'design-aerobics' Online Education Courses, specifically for busy professionals. 'design-aerobics' brings together people of different ages, cultural backgrounds and over 50 different countries.