Alvar Aaltissimo's 'Case Milanesissime' satirizes Milan's rental market
The architect known as Alvar Aaltissimo has released 'Case Milanesissime' through Corraini Edizioni. This book presents planimetric illustrations of fictional rental apartments in Milan, employing satire to critique both the housing market and the suffix '-issimo.' An essay by architect Cino Zucchi is included, which draws on anthropologist Marc Augé's insights regarding real estate advertisements. Aaltissimo focuses on rentals rather than sales, highlighting the transient nature of living in Milan. The fundamental 'wireframe' illustrations aim to provide objective spatial representations. This project originates from 'Case Milanesi,' which highlights 20th-century architecture by Portaluppi, Muzio, Caccia Dominioni, and Magistretti, while also tackling issues of gentrification and urban expansion. The book spans 120 pages, priced at €13, with ISBN 9788875709716.
Key facts
- Book 'Case Milanesissime' by Alvar Aaltissimo published by Corraini Edizioni in 2021
- Contains planimetric drawings of imaginary rental apartments in Milan
- Includes essay by architect Cino Zucchi referencing Marc Augé
- Satirizes Milan's rental market and the suffix '-issimo'
- Aaltissimo critiques gentrification and Milan's relentless growth
- Drawings are basic wireframe style, avoiding renders to prevent manipulation
- Project inspired by the book 'Case Milanesi' featuring 20th-century architects
- Aaltissimo's method uses keywords from current events to generate architectural projects
Entities
Artists
- Alvar Aaltissimo
- Cino Zucchi
- Marc Augé
- Portaluppi
- Muzio
- Caccia Dominioni
- Magistretti
- Madelon Vriesendorp
- Fabio Novembre
- Carlo Calenda
- Caparezza
Institutions
- Corraini Edizioni
- Artribune
- BUR Rizzoli
Locations
- Milan
- Italy
- Mantova
- New York
- Manhattan
- Puglia
- Roma
- Europa