Projects

N° 106 - 9/2/2025

The offices of Milan’s Torre Velasca have been reimagined as open-space environments while preserving their 1950s architectural identity. In collaboration with the local cultural heritage authority, the redesign highlights the original designers’...

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N° - 9/16/2025

The 2025 Ufemat Congress brought together representatives of national associations of distributors of building materials in Milan to discuss new regulations, sustainability and digitalisation. It was an opportunity to “team up”, promoting...

Projects

N° 106 - 9/2/2025

Torre Velasca, a symbol of Milan’s skyline and post-war architecture, has undergone a major renovation and restoration intervention. The project, led by Hines with design by Studio Asti Architetti, preserved its historical identity while...

#restoration

Projects

N° 106 - 9/15/2025

Zoina Land, part of the Zhongnan Group, has refurbished its Shanghai offices with a modern urban style and open-plan interiors. For both floors and walls, the company selected Mapei’s Ultratop Loft system, delivering seamless, durable and elegant...

Interviews

N° 106 - 9/11/2025

In this interview, Barbara Viero, Wall Coatings Line Specialist at Mapei, explains how paints are redefining modern office design. Once seen as mere finishes, paints now are able to improve air quality and comfort while shaping welcoming and...