Publisher: Marsilio Arte, ISBN: 9791254631867, Author: Chiara Sbarigia, Format: Hardback, 26.7 x 21.6 cm , 248pp
Uninhabitable Architectures by Chiara Sbarigia explores the intriguing boundary where architecture transcends function to become pure art. Through the lens of 'Uninhabitable Architectures' — structures that deliberately exclude human presence —this book presents a fascinating study of design as an aesthetic, rather than practical, pursuit. Sbarigia examines architectural works that challenge conventional notions of habitation, emphasising how the absence of people invites a deeper reflection on space, form, and meaning.
Utilising a combination of archival and specially commissioned photographs, Sbarigia brings to life a range of iconic and thought-provoking projects. Among them are Gio Ponti's Branca Tower, an ethereal structure that seems to float above its surroundings, and Carlo Scarpa's Brion Tomb, a masterpiece of geometric precision and spiritual resonance. These works, and others featured in the book, highlight the ways in which architecture can be more than mere shelter—becoming an immersive art form that engages the viewer on a purely visual and emotional level.