Maurizio Lai is an Italian architect and designer based in Milan. After studying architecture in Venice and Milan, he worked in television and fashion before moving into hospitality, retail, and luxury interiors. In 1998 he established his own practice, LAI Studio, where he explores space, light, and scenography to create immersive and contemporary environments. His projects have been widely published and recognized internationally, and he also collaborates with universities in Milan to support new generations of designers.