Architects and Museum Directors Debate the Future of Exhibitions
In an article featured on Artribune, notable figures from the art community express their visions for upcoming exhibitions. Christian Greco, director of Museo Egizio, underscores the importance of temporary displays and flexible storage in making culture accessible and minimizing environmental impact. Architect Mara Servetto champions the idea of fostering deep wonder rather than focusing solely on technology, advocating for the use of AI to boost engagement. Carlo Ratti remarks, "The exhibition is dead. Long live the exhibition," emphasizing the need for collective experiences. Edith Gabrielli from VIVE supports interdisciplinary shows centered on art, referencing Piero di Cosimo's 'La Maddalena.' Other contributors, including Federico Leoni, Luca Molinari, and Simone Esposito, highlight the need for thoughtful and educational approaches. Santa Nastro curates the discussion.
Key facts
- Christian Greco is director of the Museo Egizio in Turin.
- Mara Servetto is an architect at Migliore+Servetto.
- Carlo Ratti is an architect and curator.
- Edith Gabrielli is Director General of VIVE (Vittoriano and Palazzo Venezia).
- Arturo Galansino is director of Palazzo Strozzi.
- Federico Leoni is a philosopher at the University of Verona.
- Luca Molinari is an architect and curator.
- Iole Siena is president of Arthemisia.
- The article is written by Santa Nastro.
- The article was published on Artribune in August 2026.
Entities
Artists
- Christian Greco
- Mara Servetto
- Carlo Ratti
- Edith Gabrielli
- Arturo Galansino
- Federico Leoni
- Luca Molinari
- Simone Esposito
- Iole Siena
- Santa Nastro
- Piero di Cosimo
- Walter Benjamin
Institutions
- Museo Egizio di Torino
- Migliore+Servetto
- VIVE (Vittoriano e Palazzo Venezia)
- Palazzo Strozzi
- Università degli Studi di Verona
- Arthemisia
- Artribune
Locations
- Turin
- Italy
- Rome
- Florence
- Verona