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Introducing Quisimangia, a groundbreaking canteen designed by CRA for Mutti in the heart of Italy’s Food Valley.
• A dining hall immersed in greenery, topped with a compacted-earth green roof
• Floors made from tomato skins, celebrating creative reuse
• ...Culinary experiences curated by Michelin-starred chefs
Quisimangia invites employees—and soon, the public—to connect with nature and each other in a space that redefines circularity and innovation.
As Carlo Ratti puts it: "Not dining on the grass—but dining under it!"
#ArchitectureLovers #GreenArchitecture #CircularDesign #InnovationInFood #MadeInItaly
A new era for the University of Milan. 🏛️
CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati, together with the late Italo Rota and Lendlease, is shaping the future of education in the MIND-Milano Innovation District. Highlights include:
🔹 Green courtyards inspired by Renaissance ideals
🔹 ...Facades designed with advanced construction techniques for modern sophistication
🔹 Over 2 km of walkways connecting spaces for learning, relaxation, and collaboration
This "Campus 2.0" blends tradition and technology to foster new discoveries and connections. 🌱✨
📍Milan, Italy
👀 Swipe to explore how we’re designing the future of education!
@crassociati #CarloRatti #urban #futureofthecities #MIND #campus #università #university #CampusDesign #SustainableArchitecture #InnovationDistrict
🌍 Design 4 Emergency: Crafting Container-Based Solutions for Crisis Response 🌱
Join us for this day workshop in collaboration with the University of Twente. This unique IAP workshop dives into the challenges, opportunities, and social justice dimensions of container-based designs in ...emergency scenarios.
Through a social justice game and hands-on workshop focused on Rocinha, Rio de Janeiro, you’ll explore how climate change, urban overcrowding, and global travel intensify crises—and learn how to design meaningful, impactful solutions for informal settlements worldwide.
📅 When: January 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: DUSP, 9-255 City Arena
📝 Apply by: January 21, 2025 (a 200-word motivation statement is required)
Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to solutions that address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. Apply now via this link: forms.gle/hNhd9jvi1pu4x3k88
Let’s shape the future, one container at a time! 🌟 #IAP2025 #SenseableCity #HumanitarianEngineering #SocialJustice
✨ What a year it’s been! ✨
As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve had. From groundbreaking designs to visionary collaborations, these moments shaped an unforgettable year:
🍝 Mutti Canteen (November 2024) – A ...vibrant space redefining the workplace experience through design and community.
🏢 Palazzo Micca (September 2024) – Breathing new life into a historic landmark in Turin.
📚 Mondadori (June 2024) – A bold transformation for one of Italy’s most iconic publishing houses.
🔋 Water Batteries (April 2024) – A leap toward circular energy solutions.
🍚 SunRice (April 2024) – Awarded as one of Archilovers’ Best Projects of 2024.
🔁 Artichoke (April 2024) – A playful and dynamic exploration of design in everyday spaces.
🎨 Piero della Francesca (March 2024) – Honoring art and heritage through innovation.
🇨🇵 France Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025 (January 2024) – A visionary celebration of culture and technology for the upcoming World Expo.
Thank you for being part of this journey. Let’s continue to imagine the city of tomorrow together! 🚀
@crassociati #CRA2024 #CarloRatti #Design #Innovation #FutureCities
🌿 Where the city grows its own future. 🌆
Jian Mu Tower by CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati redefines skyscraper living with a vertical farm stretching across its entire façade. This 218-meter marvel in Shenzhen blends work, nature, and sustainability into one groundbreaking design.
...
More than an office tower, it’s a vision of the future: where architecture connects work and nature, technology and well-being. 🌱✨
#CRA #JianMuTower #VerticalFarming #UrbanInnovation #GreenCities
🌟 Good news! 🌟
We’re thrilled to announce that sunRICE has been selected as one of the Best on Archilovers 2024! 🎉✨
This recognition celebrates the project’s outstanding aesthetics, creativity, and functionality, making it one of the most loved among 25,000+ ...projects published this year. 🏗️💡
A huge thank you to the Archilovers community and everyone who supported us on this journey! 💛
@crassociati @archilovers #sunRICE #ArchitectureLovers #DesignExcellence #AwardWinning #CreativeDesign #ThankYou #Bestarchilovers2024
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗥𝗔 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺! /𝟵
“An architect should be a behind-the-scenes director,” says Giulia. “A mediator between nature, architecture, and the communities that live in the space. The goal is not to impose, but to enhance—creating a more ...sustainable future by building on what already exists.”
This philosophy is central to CRA’s projects, including the Mutti Canteen, where Giulia has played a key role. The project reflects CRA’s commitment to requalifying and improving existing environments, blending innovation with respect for the past. By introducing a new building that harmonizes with its context, the Mutti Canteen embodies an architecture of quiet collaboration—free of protagonism, yet rich in purpose. Through sustainable materials and innovative solutions, the project demonstrates how architecture can coexist with, rather than dominate, its landscape.
For Giulia, this approach represents the heart of CRA’s vision: a balance between past and future, between creation and requalification. “This is what makes architecture exciting,” she says. “Finding harmony between these elements is both our greatest challenge and our greatest reward.”
Giulia earned her Master’s in Architecture between Genoa and Seoul, focusing on "Collective Cities" for the 2019 Seoul Biennale, where she explored the requalification of abandoned structures. After gaining experience in Berlin across all phases of architectural design, she joined CRA’s design department in Turin. Here, she contributes to projects that exemplify CRA’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and creating architecture that enriches the spaces we inhabit.
@crassociati @giulia.tolu
#CarloRatti #office #spaziinnovativi #workingspace #coworking #teamwork #cralife
𝗔 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 📚✨
The Mondadori HQ in Milan, designed by CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati, is more than just an office —... it’s a pioneering workspace that redefines the way we think about work environments.
With its open spaces, dynamic layouts, and flexible configurations, this design fosters both individual focus and team collaboration, creating a setting where creativity thrives. Inspired by the innovative spirit of one of Italy's leading publishing houses, the headquarters embodies a forward-thinking vision for the future of work.
The result? A space that not only reflects Mondadori’s rich history but also projects its commitment to shaping tomorrow's narratives.
📷 @dsl__studio @delfino_sl @melaniadallegrave
@crassociati #CarloRatti #workspaces #office #greenworkplace #plantlife #workspacedesign #biophilia #ecobuilding #carlorattiassociati #design #GeneraliRealEstate @gruppomondadori @italorotastudio #Mondadori #OfficeDesign #CRA #Innovation #Workplace #DesignExcellence
✨ Last night, we celebrated the holiday season in style at the new Open Innovation Center of the Sella Group, a space that embodies innovation and openness designed by CRA! 🎄
Our CRA team, together with Makr Shakr and Maestro, came together as a group to toast to a year of ...collaboration and forward-thinking. 🥂
This former Juventus headquarters in Turin, now transformed into an urban hub, symbolizes how design can shape a shared vision for the future. 🌍
Here’s to the Christmas spirit, bold ideas, and the bonds that drive us forward. Cheers to what’s ahead in 2025!
@crassociati @banca_sella @sellalab #ChristmasDinner #Innovation #UrbanDesign #OpenInnovation
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗥𝗔 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺! /𝟴
“I believe design is about shaping experiences that connect people and purpose,” says Xavier, an Industrial Designer at CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati, where he contributes to the Product Design team. Xavier joined CRA in ...June 2023, taking on a role in R&D by transforming visionary concepts into industrialized solutions.
A graduate of ELISAVA Design School in Barcelona, Xavier earned a double degree in Industrial Design Engineering and Product Design in 2022. His work reflects a vision of creating objects that resonate deeply with users.
Upon joining CRA, Xavier found a natural synergy with Feeling the Energy, a project that explores how design can shape meaningful experiences, challenge conventional perspectives, and contribute to a positive impact in the spaces it occupies. This philosophy strongly aligns with his own approach to design.
Feeling the Energy encapsulates CRA’s commitment to innovation and user-centered design. By leveraging advanced manufacturing techniques and sustainable materials, the project pushes the boundaries of design to craft solutions that are both functional and inspiring. It’s a testament to CRA’s ability to merge creativity with purpose, delivering designs that foster deeper connections and meaningful interactions.
@crassociati @ciaovier
#CarloRatti #office #spaziinnovativi #workingspace #coworking #teamwork #cralife
𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗤𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗮, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗶, 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗮'𝘀 ...𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘆 🌿🍅
Quisimangia continues the collaboration between CRA and Mutti, which began with The Greenary, an award-winning private residence. The project integrates architecture with nature, featuring a green roof made from compacted earth and a glass-enclosed meadow-level dining hall. Its floors, crafted from tomato skins—a byproduct of Mutti's production line—celebrate the creative reuse of materials.
As Carlo Ratti says: "This clod of earth rising from the ground creates a constant dialogue with nature. Instead of a ‘déjeuner sur l’herbe,’ we could call it a ‘déjeuner sous l’herbe,’ dining under the grass.”
The culinary experience is curated by Vicook, the catering arm of Michelin-starred chefs Chicco and Bobo Cerea, making Quisimangia a unique destination for innovation, quality, and taste.
Stay tuned for new exciting projects from CRA and visit our website for more! 💡
#CRA #Quisimangia #DesignInnovation #FoodValley #TheGreenary @muttipomodoroit @vicookristorazione
𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗲 ...𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱! 🌿
This landmark project in Singapore’s CBD embodies our commitment to biophilic design, blending nature seamlessly with urban architecture.
CapitaSpring is more than a skyscraper—it’s a vertical ecosystem. Rising 280 meters, it features a Green Oasis with 80,000+ plants, a public rooftop urban farm, and lush sky gardens that redefine what a “garden city” can be.
This project holds a special place for us at CRA, as it has become one of the most beloved designs among our community, has been met with incredible enthusiasm, and today was awarded the world's most prestigious prize for tall buildings. As Carlo Ratti said, “We take particular pride in how the project has shaped new kinds of public spaces, creating a rich experience for all users through the integration of technology and green elements.”
Designed in collaboration with BIG, the tower integrates workplaces, residences, and public spaces while reconnecting the community with Market Street's historical heart.
Congratulations to everyone involved in this journey. Together, we deepen the investigation into the convergence between nature and architecture in our cities. 🌱
@crassociati and @big_builds for @capitaland #CapitaSpring #CRA #BIG #Singapore #GreenArchitecture #HighRise
Nestled in the green countryside near Parma, in the heart of Italy’s Food Valley, The Greenary is a one-of-a-kind residence that pushes the boundaries of natural and artificial integration.
Built around Alma, a 60-year-old ficus tree that stands ten meters tall, this transformed ...farmhouse speaks to our innate connection with the natural world.
Created to welcome both a family and animals—including donkeys, dogs, and frogs—the house employs natural light and advanced climate systems to sustain all its inhabitants. With seven terraced levels, it offers a dynamic spatial journey influenced by classic 20th-century design principles.
The Greenary presents a thoughtful approach to residential architecture, where nature and design coexist in harmony.
@crassociati #CarloRatti #biophilicarchitecture #green #greenary #architecture
CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati has introduced a transformative master plan to repurpose a former oil refinery in Trieste, Italy, into a renewable energy park, merging green technology and urban access.
Key elements include oil tanks adapted into “water batteries” that store energy using ...seawater, supported by solar power from agrivoltaic panels within an accessible park. This project reimagines industrial infrastructure, integrating energy facilities with public spaces, green areas, and research hubs.
CRA’s approach reflects an ambition to make future energy infrastructure visible and educational, inviting the public to engage with sustainable urban innovation.
@crassociati #CarloRatti @italorotastudio #Green #Transition #Collaboration #opportunities #ortofranco #climatechange #architecture #design #future @systematicanet @hydrodataengenharia
In the rolling hills of Monferrato, a historical monastery-turned-farmhouse, Roccia, has been revitalized through cutting-edge digital technologies.
The project blends the natural overgrowth with a digitally fabricated timber skin, preserving the site’s ancient structure while ...integrating modern interventions. This fusion of nature and design, led by Maestro Technologies, breathes new life into the decaying ruins.
Inspired by the artistic vision of Piranesi, Roccia reimagines the possibilities of adaptive reuse, transforming the past into a beacon for the future.
@crassociati #carloratti #architecture #innovation #design #Monferrato #3Dscanner #UNESCO @italorotastudio
A.I. Timber, a groundbreaking project by CRA’s startup Maestro, has made the shortlist for the Dezeen Awards 2024 in the sustainability category, celebrating its innovative use of materials.
Instead of cutting trees into standard boards, A.I. Timber preserves their natural shapes, ...minimizing waste. Utilizing artificial intelligence, Maestro assembles logs like puzzle pieces to create interlocking timber panels. This method addresses the challenge of wood waste in sustainable construction, offering a more efficient alternative to traditional techniques.
The project also seeks to reduce the construction industry’s environmental footprint, especially given the significant emissions linked to materials like cement.
@crassociati @dezeen #carloratti #maestro #dezeenawards
📸 Reed Photographic
🌆 Ever wondered how the digital and physical aspects of our cities intertwine to shape our everyday experiences?
Join us a BEING PHYSICAL to engage in a critical discussion about the impact of technology on urban life and our environments.
Don’t miss out—register today ...through the link in our bio!
#beingphysical #urbandata #urbanplanning #proximitymatters #resilientcities
Good news to end the week on a high note! Our Mondadori office renovation project has been selected for the Archello Awards 2024 Longlist in the Renovation of the Year category!
CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati, with Italo Rota and Maestro Technologies, is renovating Milan's Palazzo ...Mondadori, preserving Oscar Niemeyer's iconic design while updating the space with modern workplace strategies. Covering over 20,000 square meters, the project refurbishes 1300 modular furnishings and integrates natural elements. The redesign promotes informal interactions, features transparent meeting rooms, and maximizes natural light, blending 1970s innovations with contemporary solutions for a dynamic office environment.
📷 @dsl__studio @delfino_sl @melaniadallegrave
@crassociati #CarloRatti @archello #workspaces #office #greenworkplace #plantlife #workspacedesign #biophilia #ecobuilding #carlorattiassociati #design #GeneraliRealRstate @gruppomondadori @italorotastudio
✨Exciting news! ✨
Join us for the Senseable Forum on Future Cities at MIT, where we explore the intersection of proximity and the built environment.
🤔How does physical space shape our connections and our health?
Don’t miss out—registration is OPEN! Link to ...register in our Bio.
#BeingPhysical #ProximityMatters #ForumOnFutureCities
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗥𝗔 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺! /𝟳
“We design with the future in mind," says Monika, Partner-in-Charge at CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati, where she leads research and planning projects focused on urban environments.
Monika joined CRA in 2012 and ...has since been involved in several key projects, including CapitaSpring, the Italian Pavilion at EXPO Dubai, and urban masterplans in the Middle East.
One of Monika's notable contributions is CapitaSpring, a 51-storey vertical community in Singapore that seamlessly integrates work, living, and leisure. Designed as a sustainable, flexible, and connected workspace, CapitaSpring is perfectly aligned with Singapore’s evolving hybrid work strategies. Its adaptable spaces allow tenants to scale or adjust their workspace needs effortlessly, supported by advanced WiFi technology and a dedicated mobile app.
Reflecting on the design process, Monika explains that the goal was to create spaces that could adapt to future needs. "For example," she notes, "the 4-storey car park is designed to be repurposed into a market or workspace should the demand for parking decrease."
CapitaSpring was built with innovation at its core, leveraging advanced digital tools such as BIM modeling, Virtual Design & Construction, and prefab systems. This approach led to a 50% increase in construction productivity, underscoring CRA’s commitment to efficiency and sustainability in modern architecture.
@crassociati @monika.lowe
#CarloRatti #office #spaziinnovativi #workingspace #coworking #teamwork #cralife
𝗖𝗥𝗔 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱!
CRA team representatives had the opportunity to participate in the Pietrasanta Design Weekend organized by ...@designweek_end
Unfortunately, due to bad weather, there was no regatta. But we still managed to win the marbles tournament!
@crassociati #carloratti #teamwork #designweekend #DesignWeekend #ArchitettiItaliani #Architetti #ItalianDesigners #DesignItaliano #ItaliaDesign #ItalianDesigner
To prove that architecture and our built environment can coexist harmoniously with our planet, eliminating waste, circulating materials and regenerating natural systems: this is the goal of the “Circular Economy Manifesto” developed by Curator #CarloRatti (@crassociati) with guidance from ...@arupgroup and input from the @ellenmacarthurfoundation. The Manifesto calls on Participants in the 19th International Architecture Exhibition (#Venice, 10 May > 23 November 2025) and on the Participating Countries to collaborate to make #IntelliGens a truly circular Exhibition.
Read the Manifesto → www.labiennale.org - link in bio
@crassociati #CarloRatti @labiennale #LaBiennaleDiVenezia #BiennaleArchitettura
📷 @jacopo_salvi
#CarloRatti-Curator of #BiennaleArchitettura2025-with guidance from @Arup and input from @circulareconomy, develops the Circular Economy Manifesto. It calls on Participants and Participating Countries to make #IntelliGens a truly circular Exhibition.
@la_biennale
𝗔 𝗳𝗹𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘇𝗮 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆
CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati, in collaboration with IPI, has unveiled a design to adaptively reuse Palazzo Micca, a 19-story modernist tower in Turin, Italy. The project transforms the building ...into a public-friendly space, crowned with a new elevated plaza offering sweeping panoramic views of the city.
The design emphasizes sustainability by reusing materials and converting office space into housing. Key features include a permeable ground floor and an arcade inspired by Turin’s iconic passageways, enhancing public access.
The project aims to revitalize the tower while promoting sustainable urban development.
@crassociati #CarloRatti @ipi_spa #turin #publicspaces #architecture #AldoMorbelli #DomenicoMorelli #roof
A.I. Timber, a project by CRA's startup Maestro, has been longlisted for the Dezeen Awards 2024 in the sustainability category, recognizing its material innovation 🥳
A.I. Timber reduces waste by preserving the natural shapes of trees, rather than cutting them into standard boards. ...Using A.I., Maestro fits logs together like a puzzle, creating interlocking timber panels.
This approach tackles the problem of wood waste in sustainable construction, providing an alternative to conventional methods that produce substantial waste.
The project aims to minimize the environmental impact of the construction industry, particularly considering the high emissions from materials such as cement.
@crassociati @dezeen #carloratti #maestro #dezeenawards
📸 Reed Photographic
Introducing Quisimangia, a groundbreaking canteen designed by CRA for Mutti in the heart of Italy’s Food Valley.
• A dining hall immersed in greenery, topped with a compacted-earth green roof
• Floors made from tomato skins, celebrating creative reuse
• Culinary experiences curated by Michelin-starred chefs
Quisimangia invites employees—and soon, the public—to connect with nature and each other in a space that redefines circularity and innovation.
As Carlo Ratti puts it: "Not dining on the grass—but dining under it!"
#ArchitectureLovers #GreenArchitecture #CircularDesign #InnovationInFood #MadeInItaly
A new era for the University of Milan. 🏛️
CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati, together with the late Italo Rota and Lendlease, is shaping the future of education in the MIND-Milano Innovation District. Highlights include:
🔹 Green courtyards inspired by Renaissance ideals
🔹 Facades designed with advanced construction techniques for modern sophistication
🔹 Over 2 km of walkways connecting spaces for learning, relaxation, and collaboration
This "Campus 2.0" blends tradition and technology to foster new discoveries and connections. 🌱✨
📍Milan, Italy
👀 Swipe to explore how we’re designing the future of education!
@crassociati #CarloRatti #urban #futureofthecities #MIND #campus #università #university #CampusDesign #SustainableArchitecture #InnovationDistrict
🌍 Design 4 Emergency: Crafting Container-Based Solutions for Crisis Response 🌱
Join us for this day workshop in collaboration with the University of Twente. This unique IAP workshop dives into the challenges, opportunities, and social justice dimensions of container-based designs in emergency scenarios.
Through a social justice game and hands-on workshop focused on Rocinha, Rio de Janeiro, you’ll explore how climate change, urban overcrowding, and global travel intensify crises—and learn how to design meaningful, impactful solutions for informal settlements worldwide.
📅 When: January 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: DUSP, 9-255 City Arena
📝 Apply by: January 21, 2025 (a 200-word motivation statement is required)
Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to solutions that address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. Apply now via this link: forms.gle/hNhd9jvi1pu4x3k88
Let’s shape the future, one container at a time! 🌟 #IAP2025 #SenseableCity #HumanitarianEngineering #SocialJustice
✨ What a year it’s been! ✨
As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve had. From groundbreaking designs to visionary collaborations, these moments shaped an unforgettable year:
🍝 Mutti Canteen (November 2024) – A vibrant space redefining the workplace experience through design and community.
🏢 Palazzo Micca (September 2024) – Breathing new life into a historic landmark in Turin.
📚 Mondadori (June 2024) – A bold transformation for one of Italy’s most iconic publishing houses.
🔋 Water Batteries (April 2024) – A leap toward circular energy solutions.
🍚 SunRice (April 2024) – Awarded as one of Archilovers’ Best Projects of 2024.
🔁 Artichoke (April 2024) – A playful and dynamic exploration of design in everyday spaces.
🎨 Piero della Francesca (March 2024) – Honoring art and heritage through innovation.
🇨🇵 France Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025 (January 2024) – A visionary celebration of culture and technology for the upcoming World Expo.
Thank you for being part of this journey. Let’s continue to imagine the city of tomorrow together! 🚀
@crassociati #CRA2024 #CarloRatti #Design #Innovation #FutureCities
🌿 Where the city grows its own future. 🌆
Jian Mu Tower by CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati redefines skyscraper living with a vertical farm stretching across its entire façade. This 218-meter marvel in Shenzhen blends work, nature, and sustainability into one groundbreaking design.
More than an office tower, it’s a vision of the future: where architecture connects work and nature, technology and well-being. 🌱✨
#CRA #JianMuTower #VerticalFarming #UrbanInnovation #GreenCities
🌟 Good news! 🌟
We’re thrilled to announce that sunRICE has been selected as one of the Best on Archilovers 2024! 🎉✨
This recognition celebrates the project’s outstanding aesthetics, creativity, and functionality, making it one of the most loved among 25,000+ projects published this year. 🏗️💡
A huge thank you to the Archilovers community and everyone who supported us on this journey! 💛
@crassociati @archilovers #sunRICE #ArchitectureLovers #DesignExcellence #AwardWinning #CreativeDesign #ThankYou #Bestarchilovers2024
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗥𝗔 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺! /𝟵
“An architect should be a behind-the-scenes director,” says Giulia. “A mediator between nature, architecture, and the communities that live in the space. The goal is not to impose, but to enhance—creating a more sustainable future by building on what already exists.”
This philosophy is central to CRA’s projects, including the Mutti Canteen, where Giulia has played a key role. The project reflects CRA’s commitment to requalifying and improving existing environments, blending innovation with respect for the past. By introducing a new building that harmonizes with its context, the Mutti Canteen embodies an architecture of quiet collaboration—free of protagonism, yet rich in purpose. Through sustainable materials and innovative solutions, the project demonstrates how architecture can coexist with, rather than dominate, its landscape.
For Giulia, this approach represents the heart of CRA’s vision: a balance between past and future, between creation and requalification. “This is what makes architecture exciting,” she says. “Finding harmony between these elements is both our greatest challenge and our greatest reward.”
Giulia earned her Master’s in Architecture between Genoa and Seoul, focusing on "Collective Cities" for the 2019 Seoul Biennale, where she explored the requalification of abandoned structures. After gaining experience in Berlin across all phases of architectural design, she joined CRA’s design department in Turin. Here, she contributes to projects that exemplify CRA’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and creating architecture that enriches the spaces we inhabit.
@crassociati @giulia.tolu
#CarloRatti #office #spaziinnovativi #workingspace #coworking #teamwork #cralife
𝗔 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 📚✨
The Mondadori HQ in Milan, designed by CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati, is more than just an office — it’s a pioneering workspace that redefines the way we think about work environments.
With its open spaces, dynamic layouts, and flexible configurations, this design fosters both individual focus and team collaboration, creating a setting where creativity thrives. Inspired by the innovative spirit of one of Italy`s leading publishing houses, the headquarters embodies a forward-thinking vision for the future of work.
The result? A space that not only reflects Mondadori’s rich history but also projects its commitment to shaping tomorrow`s narratives.
📷 @dsl__studio @delfino_sl @melaniadallegrave
@crassociati #CarloRatti #workspaces #office #greenworkplace #plantlife #workspacedesign #biophilia #ecobuilding #carlorattiassociati #design #GeneraliRealEstate @gruppomondadori @italorotastudio #Mondadori #OfficeDesign #CRA #Innovation #Workplace #DesignExcellence
✨ Last night, we celebrated the holiday season in style at the new Open Innovation Center of the Sella Group, a space that embodies innovation and openness designed by CRA! 🎄
Our CRA team, together with Makr Shakr and Maestro, came together as a group to toast to a year of collaboration and forward-thinking. 🥂
This former Juventus headquarters in Turin, now transformed into an urban hub, symbolizes how design can shape a shared vision for the future. 🌍
Here’s to the Christmas spirit, bold ideas, and the bonds that drive us forward. Cheers to what’s ahead in 2025!
@crassociati @banca_sella @sellalab #ChristmasDinner #Innovation #UrbanDesign #OpenInnovation
𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗥𝗔 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺! /𝟴
“I believe design is about shaping experiences that connect people and purpose,” says Xavier, an Industrial Designer at CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati, where he contributes to the Product Design team. Xavier joined CRA in June 2023, taking on a role in R&D by transforming visionary concepts into industrialized solutions.
A graduate of ELISAVA Design School in Barcelona, Xavier earned a double degree in Industrial Design Engineering and Product Design in 2022. His work reflects a vision of creating objects that resonate deeply with users.
Upon joining CRA, Xavier found a natural synergy with Feeling the Energy, a project that explores how design can shape meaningful experiences, challenge conventional perspectives, and contribute to a positive impact in the spaces it occupies. This philosophy strongly aligns with his own approach to design.
Feeling the Energy encapsulates CRA’s commitment to innovation and user-centered design. By leveraging advanced manufacturing techniques and sustainable materials, the project pushes the boundaries of design to craft solutions that are both functional and inspiring. It’s a testament to CRA’s ability to merge creativity with purpose, delivering designs that foster deeper connections and meaningful interactions.
@crassociati @ciaovier
#CarloRatti #office #spaziinnovativi #workingspace #coworking #teamwork #cralife
𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗤𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗶𝗮, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝘂𝘁𝘁𝗶, 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗮`𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘆 🌿🍅
Quisimangia continues the collaboration between CRA and Mutti, which began with The Greenary, an award-winning private residence. The project integrates architecture with nature, featuring a green roof made from compacted earth and a glass-enclosed meadow-level dining hall. Its floors, crafted from tomato skins—a byproduct of Mutti`s production line—celebrate the creative reuse of materials.
As Carlo Ratti says: "This clod of earth rising from the ground creates a constant dialogue with nature. Instead of a ‘déjeuner sur l’herbe,’ we could call it a ‘déjeuner sous l’herbe,’ dining under the grass.”
The culinary experience is curated by Vicook, the catering arm of Michelin-starred chefs Chicco and Bobo Cerea, making Quisimangia a unique destination for innovation, quality, and taste.
Stay tuned for new exciting projects from CRA and visit our website for more! 💡
#CRA #Quisimangia #DesignInnovation #FoodValley #TheGreenary @muttipomodoroit @vicookristorazione
𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱! 🌿
This landmark project in Singapore’s CBD embodies our commitment to biophilic design, blending nature seamlessly with urban architecture.
CapitaSpring is more than a skyscraper—it’s a vertical ecosystem. Rising 280 meters, it features a Green Oasis with 80,000+ plants, a public rooftop urban farm, and lush sky gardens that redefine what a “garden city” can be.
This project holds a special place for us at CRA, as it has become one of the most beloved designs among our community, has been met with incredible enthusiasm, and today was awarded the world`s most prestigious prize for tall buildings. As Carlo Ratti said, “We take particular pride in how the project has shaped new kinds of public spaces, creating a rich experience for all users through the integration of technology and green elements.”
Designed in collaboration with BIG, the tower integrates workplaces, residences, and public spaces while reconnecting the community with Market Street`s historical heart.
Congratulations to everyone involved in this journey. Together, we deepen the investigation into the convergence between nature and architecture in our cities. 🌱
@crassociati and @big_builds for @capitaland #CapitaSpring #CRA #BIG #Singapore #GreenArchitecture #HighRise
🌍 Design 4 Emergency: Crafting Container-Based Solutions for Crisis Response 🌱
Join us for this day workshop in collaboration with the University of Twente. This unique IAP workshop dives into the challenges, opportunities, and social justice dimensions of container-based designs in emergency scenarios.
Through a social justice game and hands-on workshop focused on Rocinha, Rio de Janeiro, you’ll explore how climate change, urban overcrowding, and global travel intensify crises—and learn how to design meaningful, impactful solutions for informal settlements worldwide.
📅 When: January 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Where: DUSP, 9-255 City Arena
📝 Apply by: January 21, 2025 (a 200-word motivation statement is required)
Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to solutions that address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. Apply now via this link: forms.gle/hNhd9jvi1pu4x3k88
Let’s shape the future, one container at a time! 🌟 #IAP2025 #SenseableCity #HumanitarianEngineering #SocialJustice
🌆 Ever wondered how the digital and physical aspects of our cities intertwine to shape our everyday experiences?
Join us a BEING PHYSICAL to engage in a critical discussion about the impact of technology on urban life and our environments.
Don’t miss out—register today through the link in our bio!
#beingphysical #urbandata #urbanplanning #proximitymatters #resilientcities
✨Exciting news! ✨
Join us for the Senseable Forum on Future Cities at MIT, where we explore the intersection of proximity and the built environment.
🤔How does physical space shape our connections and our health?
Don’t miss out—registration is OPEN! Link to register in our Bio.
#BeingPhysical #ProximityMatters #ForumOnFutureCities
Researchers from DUSP’s Senseable City Lab and the Sustainable Urbanization Lab met to collaborate at Tsinghua Univerisity! From left to right:
Yan Yao (SCL), Yinjing Huang (SCL), Pei Zhao (SCL), Fábio Duarte (SCL/SUL), Lei Dong (SCL/SUL), Jinghao Wang (SUL), and Fan Zhang (SCL).
We just love a mini reunion 🤝
#senseablecitylab #sustainableurbanization #mit #mitdusp #dusp #tsinghuauniversity #urbanstudies #urbanplanning #futurecities #urban #urbandata #bigdata #futurecities
Carlo Ratti and Daniela Rus present at Davos 2024. The session was on “Bold Solutions - Synergizing Science and Innovation for Climate Resilience.”
In this moment, they were talking about Space Bubbles!
#davos2024 #climate #bigdata #climateresilience #senseablecitylab #urbandata #senseablecities
Congratulations to Carlo! Head to the link in our bio for the full article, which made front-page MIT news.
#venicebiennale2025 #venicearchitecturebiennale #senseablecitylab #venicebiennale #news #mitnews
Maker Faire Rome - The European Edition @makerfairerome came to an end. It was great to meet so much young talent enthusiastic about science and technology! We thank SCL consortium members @armadeicarabinieri, @crearicerca and @faetechnology for hosting us at their booths, and @ambasciatausa for supporting the initiative.
Umberto recently presented data-based tools that can help city leaders and policymakers make more livable, inclusive, and lively downtowns at @citylab session “Emerging Strategies for Downtown Revitalization”.
SCL`s City Scanner project featuring #Flatburn is on display at the #VeniceBiennale2023. The exhibit, ‘Rebuilding Beirut: Using Data to Co-Design a New Future,’ is part of the sixth biennial architecture exhibition ‘Time Space Existence’ presented by the European Cultural Centre (ECC). The exhibit also features two other research projects from @MITSAP that all support the rebuilding efforts in Beirut following the disastrous explosion at Port of Beirut in August 2020.
The exhibit is open through November 26, 2023 in Venice at the Palazzo Bembo. You can buy tickets and plan your visit to the exhibit at: https://www.labiennale.org/en.
Photo credit to Matteo Losurdo
Over five years #Paris reduced traffic speed in almost 50% of its streets. In Slow Zones we use 11.7 million geo-tagged tweets to map how people move in Paris. We found that Paris’ slow zones initiative has been fostering higher activities in these areas. Also, comparing with nearby streets with similar characteristics, those subjected to the slow zones policies attract individuals from a more diverse social background. Our study offers evidence of the benefits that slowing cars down and making streets friendlier to #pedestrians creates opportunities to have more and more diverse people using slow zones, which can be used as a precedent to other cities considering to implement similar policies.
View the full project on senseable.mit.edu/slow-zones/
Team:
@_tinker_ @cate_heine @katjaschechtner @nj.namju @living__systems
“Atlas of the Senseable City,” co-authored by Carlo Ratti and Antoine Picon, was just published this week by Yale University Press. The book examines how dynamic mapping of cities—using digital technologies to map changing aspects of a city in motion, e.g. pollution, pedestrian flows, commuting traffic—creates new opportunities to visualize information, address urban challenges, implement change, and understand the built environment in more depth.
“Used correctly, maps can be irreplaceable tools for democracy,” says Carlo Ratti, director of the Senseable City Lab. “New maps make the world more visible to all. The right maps can help individuals navigate the chaos of modern life, and empower activists to notice and highlight problems in their communities.”
Link in our bio to purchase a copy!
#citymapping #urbandata #senseablecitylab #atlasofthesenseablecity
SCL`s #CityScanner project featuring #Flatburn is on display at the #VeniceBiennale2023. The exhibit, ‘Rebuilding Beirut: Using Data to Co-Design a New Future,’ is part of the sixth biennial architecture exhibition ‘Time Space Existence’ presented by the European Cultural Centre (ECC) @ecc_italy. The exhibit also features two other research projects from @mitsap that all support the rebuilding efforts in Beirut following the disastrous explosion at the Port of Beirut in August 2020.
The exhibit is open through November 26, 2023 in Venice at the Palazzo Bembo. You can buy tickets and plan your visit to the exhibit at: https://www.labiennale.org/en.
📸 by Matteo Losurdo.
In 2018, SCL introduced City Scanner, a mobile sensing platform for fleets of everyday vehicles that promised a more cost-effective, localized measurement of urban air pollution and heat than traditional methods.
SCL has now launched Flatburn, an open-source City Scanner. A step-by-step guide — including hardware schematics, 3D-printable designs and data acquisition software — is made freely available, so citizens can deploy and customize Flatburn themselves.
Check out the link in our bio for more news coverage of Flatburn, or visit senseable.mit.edu/flatburn/ for more information.
What’s the trade-off between privacy and benefits of data-driven solutions?
Introducing: Data Slots, a game developed by a team at SCL to evaluate decisions about sharing one’s personal data and how it can be used to shape solutions to urban challenges.
In a few short rounds, players collect data cards to design and create a data-driven idea to apply to three scenarios: a public space, a living environment, or a work environment. The proposed ideas are tracked on a global scoreboard then ranked by other players, allowing peers to engage and assess each other’s proposals.
Data Slots has been played over 700 times in dozens of countries from Norway to Colombia to Lebanon and is now available online in 12 languages.
Are you ready to play? Visit the link in our bio or go to https://dataslots.org
#datascience #senseablecitylab #urbandata #dataslots #bigdata #dataprivacy #urbansolutions #urbanplanning
Where do stolen bicycles in Amsterdam go? Researchers at MIT and AMS Institute recently revealed the results of a collaborative project "Bike Trafficking" in which 100 bikes were fitted with mobile trackers and chained in high-theft areas of the city. Over a six-month period, 70 bikes were stolen; 68 remained in Amsterdam; and 22 moved in a such a similar way as to suggest a subnetwork. As Melanie van der Horst, deputy mayor of Amsterdam, said to MIT News, “This research makes it clear that part of bicycle theft is organized.”
Link to the MIT News article is in our bio!
#biketheft #senseablecitylab #amsterdam #amsterdambikes #senseableamsterdamlab
SCL is delighted to announce the SENSEABLE LAGOS LAB—a new satellite Lab in Africa`s leading megacity with supporter @landwey.ng + the Lagos State Government—to be launched by the Executive Governor of Lagos State @jidesanwoolu on 12.15.22 at Isimi Lagos Tech Valley, Epe.
#senseablecitylab #senseablelagoslab #lagos #landwey #urbanplanning #annoucement @mitpics @mitdusp @mitsap @mitpress
This fall, @mitmuseum reopened in its new Kendall Square location and we are thrilled that our American DNA project is featured in the new `Tracing Threads` exhibit! For more info on our project, visit our website at https://senseable.mit.edu/american-dna/. The MIT Museum is open daiy 10:00am to 5:00pm!
#senseablecitylab #mitmuesum #exhibit #americandna
We`re pleased to introduce the "Fab 5" who have joined the Lab this season: Yan, Will, Leo, Pei, and Deborah!
Yan and Pei are both visiting PhD students from Tsinghua University in China; Will is a Senior Research Fellow; Leo is a current MCP student and an RA for Senseable; Deborah is a Postdoctoral Researcher and recipient of the prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship.
Drop a 🙌 below to welcome them to the Senseable family!
#senseablecitylab #senseableteam #welcome
REPOST from @mitdusp:
The built environment of a city is networked and connected via its streets. Streets provide social, physical, and economic access, but they are often designed to favor the use of single-occupancy vehicles to the detriment of pedestrians. Slow zones - areas that are protected via speed limit reductions - are designed to be more pedestrian-friendly, encourage alternative modes of mobility, and create social gathering spaces. But how effective are slow zones at generating these results?
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A new paper by #dusp`s Arianna Salazar Miranda @_tinker_, Cate Heine, Fabio Duarte, Katja Schechtner, and Carlo Ratti leverages social media data in the city of Paris to examine this question.
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Learn more and access their full paper via coverage on the DUSP website, link in our profile or via: https://bit.ly/slowZonesScl
@mitpics #senseablecitylab #urbanscience #urbanplanning #mitdusp #urbanmobility #datascience #bigdata #slowzones #paris
🚨NEW PROJECT🚨
How attractive is a city centre?
By analyzing commuting distance and time from global cities, we found a universality in urban mobility – the destination of the center loses its attractiveness as nodes of urban activity emerge to compete on the periphery.
This visualisation starts to reveal city growth and how cities are fractal and dynamic living organisms.
Like the post if you want to see more from this project!
#PotatoProject #SenseableCities #SmartCities #MIT #DUSP #bigdata #commutingpatterns #carloratti @senseable_city_lab @mitpics @mitmuseum @mitmedialab @mitarchitecture @mitsap @mitdusp @mitpress @mit_istnews @mitlibraries
It is with immense sadness that we learn of Bruno Latour`s passing. Following a visit to SCL in the early 2000s, he became a friend and mentor to the Lab; for many years he served on our advisory board. He made a profound and unique contribution to SCL – and to global discourse as a whole.
Thermal selfies at Senseable`s stand at the Cambridge Science Festival. Today until 7:00pm and on Sunday 9th from 12:00-4:00pm. Drop by our photo booth and learn more about our projects!
THE VENTURE CAPITAL MINDSET CAN HELP MUNICIPALITIES INNOVATE
From from Colombia to Finland, our article for Bloomberg CityLab highlights examples of how local leaders used VC playbook strategies to face the converging challenges of the 21st century—from climate change to deepening inequality to cyber threats. Written by SCL’s Carlo Ratti and Robert Muggah—co-founder of the global think tank Instituto Igarapé.
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2022-09-01/bogota-helsinki-singapore-and-other-cities-are-learning-from-venture-capital
WFH stymies innovation! Our study – PROXIMATE – found during the pandemic that removing the co-location of colleagues in the office negatively impacted the formation of new relationships that encourage information exchange and innovation.
READ MORE
—Nature Computational Science https://lnkd.in/euqfJywq
—Senseable City Lab
https://lnkd.in/eDs9zYcn
—Times Higher Education https://lnkd.in/eQnzb2_s
—MIT Press
https://lnkd.in/eDjaR3tE
Welcome Class of 2026!
Lab member Sanjana @lightbulbnerd leads a tour for first year students interested in learning more about Senseable and ways to get involved in Labs across campus.
#welcomeclassof2026 #mitclassof2026 #senseablecitylab
Exciting news!
Join us for the Senseable Forum on Future Cities at MIT, where we explore the intersection of proximity and the built environment.
How does physical space shape our connections and our health?
Register TODAY https://senseable.mit.edu/being-physical
#BeingPhysical #ProximityMatters
SCL's Breathing Disparity project is headlining @mitsap Newsletter today!
Read more about this project and others at https://linktr.ee/senseablecitylab
#urbanmobility #airquality
After analyzing 1-year's worth of data from electric trucks in China and California, our findings show room for improvement in optimizing electric fleets to reduce #emissions and improve #decarbonization efforts.
See https://senseable.mit.edu/trucking-data/ for more
#bigdata #ElectricVehicles
Our paper "Challenges and opportunities in truck electrification revealed by big operational data" was recently published in @NatureEnergyJnl
Ever wonder about the quality of the air you breathe? Our study on pedestrian mobility and #airpollution in the #Bronx makes #frontpage news on MIT's homepage—certain demographics are disproportionately exposed to pollution throughout their daily travel. https://tinyurl.com/yd346nnc
On Wed 17 Jul, we're happy to host Fábio Duarte from the MIT @SenseableCity Lab. He will give a talk titled What happens with big data approaches to urban science when data don’t exist?
Join us at our @NUSingapore Department of Architecture next week.
https://ual.sg/seminars/
In this clip, Carlo Ratti delves into the innovative world of Roboats—autonomous robotic boats that use LiDAR to smoothly navigate city canals. These cutting-edge vessels offer a multitude of possibilities including autonomous urban travel.
Discover fascinating insights into urban dynamics and human behavior in this snippet from Carlo Ratti's IAP Golden Speaker Series presentation on 'Senseable Cities' at @MIT.
@SenseableCity
@crassociati
https://youtu.be/n6CtC2xPZyM
What is the optimal scale and location of circular timber hubs in Amsterdam? Check out @mitpress coverage of Timber Loops & the resulting paper "Spatial optimization of circular timber hubs," published in @Nature_NPJ Urban Sustainability.
Think globally, rebuild locally
Studying Amsterdam, MIT researchers found the optimal system for reusing construction materials has many local storage ...
news.mit.edu
How can we make progress in the urban affordability crisis? Carlo Ratti discussed this with other members of the @wef's Global Future Council on Cities.
Read the report "Reshaping affordability: interventions for inclusive and livable cities" to know more https://ow.ly/ACmZ50Qrgpa
#CarloRatti-Curator of #BiennaleArchitettura2025-with guidance from @Arup and input from @circulareconomy, develops the Circular Economy Manifesto. It calls on Participants and Participating Countries to make #IntelliGens a truly circular Exhibition.
@la_biennale
“Every proposal, no matter how audacious, is worthy of consideration in the face of today’s defining challenges”: until Friday 21 June practitioners, scientists, scholars, activists, architects and non-architects are encouraged to submit their ideas for the…
Hai meno di 30 anni e vorresti misurarti con i temi della #BiennaleArchitettura2025? Fino a venerdì 21 giugno è online il bando internazionale della #BiennaleCollegeArchitettura, il progetto dedicato a studenti/studentesse, laureati/e e professionisti/e emergenti che completa e…
Are you under the age of 30 and would you like to challenge yourself with the themes of the #BiennaleArchitettura2025? Check out the international call for the #BiennaleCollegeArchitettura, the project dedicated to emerging design practitioners that complements and enriches the…
📰 #BiennaleArchitettura2025 #IntelliGens #CarloRatti @crassociati @sole24ore
Your smartphone is a tool to better understand our cities! Carlo tells you how and why
#carloratti
@SenseableCity @MIT
𝗜𝗡 𝗠𝗘𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗟𝗢 𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗔
(2 October 1953 - 6 April 2024)
How can we make progress in the urban affordability crisis? Carlo Ratti discussed this with other members of the @wef's Global Future Council on Cities.
Read the report "Reshaping affordability: interventions for inclusive and livable cities" to know more https://ow.ly/ACmZ50Qrgpa
California needs housing...can these tech bros deliver? Read Carlo and Ed Glaeser's take in @nytopinion today!
Opinion | Billionaire-Built Cities Would Be Better Than Nothing
We cannot afford to dismiss anyone who aims to build housing in the Bay Area.
www.nytimes.com
Introducing Quisimangia, a groundbreaking canteen designed by CRA for Mutti in the heart of Italy’s Food Valley.
• A dining hall immersed in greenery, topped with a compacted-earth green roof
• Floors made from tomato skins, celebrating creative reuse
• Culinary experiences curated by Michelin-starred chefs
Quisimangia invites employees—and soon, the public—to connect with nature and each other in a space that redefines circularity and innovation.
As Carlo Ratti puts it: "Not dining on the grass—but dining under it!"
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A new era for the University of Milan. 🏛️
CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati, together with the late Italo Rota and Lendlease, is shaping the future of education in the MIND-Milano Innovation District. Highlights include:
🔹 Green courtyards inspired by Renaissance ideals
🔹 Facades designed with advanced construction techniques for modern sophistication
🔹 Over 2 km of walkways connecting spaces for learning, relaxation, and collaboration
This "Campus 2.0" blends tradition and technology to foster new discoveries and connections. 🌱✨
📍Milan, Italy
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✨ What a year it’s been! ✨
As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve had. From groundbreaking designs to visionary collaborations, these moments shaped an unforgettable year:
🍝 Mutti Canteen (November 2024) – A vibrant space redefining the workplace experience through design and community.
🏢 Palazzo Micca (September 2024) – Breathing new life into a historic landmark in Turin.
📚 Mondadori (June 2024) – A bold transformation for one of Italy’s most iconic publishing houses.
🔋 Water Batteries (April 2024) – A leap toward circular energy solutions.
🍚 SunRice (April 2024) – Awarded as one of Archilovers’ Best Projects of 2024.
🔁 Artichoke (April 2024) – A playful and dynamic exploration of design in everyday spaces.
🎨 Piero della Francesca (March 2024) – Honoring art and heritage through innovation.
🇨🇵 France Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025 (January 2024) – A visionary celebration of culture and technology for the upcoming World Expo.
Thank you for being part of this journey. Let’s continue to imagine the city of tomorrow together! 🚀
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🌿 Where the city grows its own future. 🌆
Jian Mu Tower by CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati redefines skyscraper living with a vertical farm stretching across its entire façade. This 218-meter marvel in Shenzhen blends work, nature, and sustainability into one groundbreaking design.
More than an office tower, it’s a vision of the future: where architecture connects work and nature, technology and well-being. 🌱✨
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🌟 Good news! 🌟
We’re thrilled to announce that sunRICE has been selected as one of the Best on Archilovers 2024! 🎉✨
This recognition celebrates the project’s outstanding aesthetics, creativity, and functionality, making it one of the most loved among 25,000+ projects published this year. 🏗️💡
A huge thank you to the Archilovers community and everyone who supported us on this journey! 💛
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𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗥𝗔 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺! /𝟵
“An architect should be a behind-the-scenes director,” says Giulia. “A mediator between nature, architecture, and the communities that live in the space. The goal is not to impose, but to enhance—creating a more sustainable future by building on what already exists.”
This philosophy is central to CRA’s projects, including the Mutti Canteen, where Giulia has played a key role. The project reflects CRA’s commitment to requalifying and improving existing environments, blending innovation with respect for the past. By introducing a new building that harmonizes with its context, the Mutti Canteen embodies an architecture of quiet collaboration—free of protagonism, yet rich in purpose. Through sustainable materials and innovative solutions, the project demonstrates how architecture can coexist with, rather than dominate, its landscape.
For Giulia, this approach represents the heart of CRA’s vision: a balance between past and future, between creation and requalification. “This is what makes architecture exciting,” she says. “Finding harmony between these elements is both our greatest challenge and our greatest reward.”
Giulia earned her Master’s in Architecture between Genoa and Seoul, focusing on "Collective Cities" for the 2019 Seoul Biennale, where she explored the requalification of abandoned structures. After gaining experience in Berlin across all phases of architectural design, she joined CRA’s design department in Turin. Here, she contributes to projects that exemplify CRA’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and creating architecture that enriches the spaces we inhabit.
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𝗔 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 📚✨
The Mondadori HQ in Milan, designed by CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati, is more than just an office — it’s a pioneering workspace that redefines the way we think about work environments.
With its open spaces, dynamic layouts, and flexible configurations, this design fosters both individual focus and team collaboration, creating a setting where creativity thrives. Inspired by the innovative spirit of one of Italy's leading publishing houses, the headquarters embodies a forward-thinking vision for the future of work.
The result? A space that not only reflects Mondadori’s rich history but also projects its commitment to shaping tomorrow's narratives.
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𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱! 🌿
This landmark project in Singapore’s CBD embodies our commitment to biophilic design, blending nature seamlessly with urban architecture.
CapitaSpring is more than a skyscraper—it’s a vertical ecosystem. Rising 280 meters, it features a Green Oasis with 80,000+ plants, a public rooftop urban farm, and lush sky gardens that redefine what a “garden city” can be.
This project holds a special place for us at CRA, as it has become one of the most beloved designs among our community, has been met with incredible enthusiasm, and today was awarded the world's most prestigious prize for tall buildings. As Carlo Ratti said, “We take particular pride in how the project has shaped new kinds of public spaces, creating a rich experience for all users through the integration of technology and green elements.”
Designed in collaboration with BIG, the tower integrates workplaces, residences, and public spaces while reconnecting the community with Market Street's historical heart.
Congratulations to everyone involved in this journey. Together, we deepen the investigation into the convergence between nature and architecture in our cities. 🌱
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CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati has introduced a transformative master plan to repurpose a former oil refinery in Trieste, Italy, into a renewable energy park, merging green technology and urban access.
Key elements include oil tanks adapted into “water batteries” that store energy using seawater, supported by solar power from agrivoltaic panels within an accessible park. This project reimagines industrial infrastructure, integrating energy facilities with public spaces, green areas, and research hubs.
CRA’s approach reflects an ambition to make future energy infrastructure visible and educational, inviting the public to engage with sustainable urban innovation.
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