Discovering Mind, Milan’s Innovation District
In this interview with Giulia Bonisoli, representative of Australian real estate group Lendlease, we discuss their exciting project to transform the former Expo 2015 area into a thriving innovation district: Mind Innovation District. We will explore how landscape and nature come together harmoniously in urban design and how artificial intelligence plays a key role in […]
‘Well-being’ (in the built environment) – a definition
“Architecture is the art which so disposes and adorns the edifices raised by man for whatsoever uses, that the sight of them contributes to his mental health, power and pleasure.” These words chosen by the famous British writer, painter, poet and art critic John Ruskin (1819-1900) in “The Seven Lamps of Architecture” express well the […]
The Everyday experience as a driving force in architectural projects
Hello to all architecture and nature enthusiasts! Today, in our Archi-Nature blog, we have a special guest: Leonardo Cavalli, one of the leading architects at One Works, the company that skillfully combines the art of architecture with the beauty of nature. In this informal interview, conducted by Giorgio Tartaro, we will discover the projects and […]
Our Biophilic homes: some tips
Di cosa parleremo in questo nuovo articolo: Domestic environments Psychological and affective attachment to our homes Biophilic design DOMESTIC ENVIRONMENTS On every trip where I have the opportunity to get close to cultures other than our own, I am fascinated by the enormous creative force that characterises human beings when it comes to building the […]
Transforming Milan piece by piece to create a multi-centered city
Milan, a city in continuous transformation, is an important framework for the work of Paolo Asti, founder of Asti Architetti. In this interview, Paolo Asti shares his vision regarding the refurbishment of the existing building heritage and his conception of architecture that dialogues with the surrounding environment, including greenery as a central element in the […]
Sustainable architecture and urban greenery
In contemporary design, Sustainable architecture and integrating urban green spaces are increasingly relevant topics. In this interview, we have the pleasure of talking to Federico Barbero, of WiP Architetti known for its innovative and sustainable approach. We discuss their work, current projects, and the importance of greenery in cities. Federico, could you tell us a […]
Archinature: Green as a design resource and the vision of Verde Profilo
As part of our new format, Archinature, Giorgio Tartaro interviewed Stefano Laprocina, founder of Verde Profilo, to discuss the role of green as a design tool and recent developments in the field. Laprocina shares his perspective on green culture, the importance of involving architects in spreading these dynamics, and the company’s research and development activities. […]
Biophilic design vs other architectural design disciplines
Some fields such as bioarchitecture, green buildings, natural architecture, Feng Shui and various other disciplines that concern design are, each in their own way, attentive to issues such as sustainability in processes, methods and materials used, building orientation, energy flows, etc. To the eyes of professionals dealing with the aforementioned disciplines, Biophilic Design sometimes seem […]
The Art of Integrating Greenery into Design
On a lively and inspiring afternoon, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Andrei Perekhodtsev, the creative mind behind the Hydea s.p.a. design studio, for an informal but extremely enlightening chat. Together, we explored the depths and peculiarities of the world of design and architecture, discovering how the studio manages to transform ordinary spaces […]
Milano Design Week 2023
“THE SENSE OF FINSA FOR WOOD” We participate in MDW 2023 as a partner of Finsa with an installation signed by 967arch. Finsa, a Spanish company founded in 1931 and specialised in the transformation and innovative use of wood in the furniture and architecture sector, is taking part in MDW2023 with the installation “The Sense […]