dominique perrault + gaelle lauriot-prévost: lemma

'I am drawn by things that do not have forms, but leave an emotional effect on people. at a glance, such material is invisible and its existence is erased. through the interaction with light, however, the form sudd...

'portico' furniture designs draw from the architectural structure of ancient roman aqueduct arches, paying tribute to their rhythmic repetition and geometry.

initially conceived through the study of cells and brain synapsis, 'sinapsi' offers a form that can be repeated and flexibly re-rearranged for different user needs.

the design features a double layer skin that alternates between transparency and silver shades, providing a rhythmic effect to the highly geometric towers.

seeking to highlight the different architecture elements that contribute to the identity of the historical raceway, the design integrates and transforms the surrounding landscape into a permeable topography. 

comprised of two towers, the social housing and office project was conceived as a part of the city's initiative to develop the neighbourhoods lining the country's main highway.