Pietro Giromini's Synapse Installation Unveiled at Covivio's Meridian Building in Milanofiori
Covivio, a real estate company, has unveiled Synapse, a site-specific installation by artist Pietro Giromini at the Meridian building in Milanofiori, Rozzano. The work was selected through a call promoted by Covivio and the Fondazione Michele Cea ETS as part of Covivio's European program One building, one piece of art, which integrates contemporary art into its properties. Synapse transforms a corridor into an interactive network of approximately 700 modular sculptures made from sustainable materials, including a composite of cement, recycled cellulose, and natural pigments. The installation aims to stimulate perception, intuition, and well-being for daily passersby. Giromini describes the corridor as an "architectural synapse" that fosters connections between people and ideas, echoing the building's function as a workspace for collaboration. The artist emphasizes the ethical dimension of aesthetics, using humble materials to highlight their poetic and sustainable potential. The work invites a meditative experience, breaking routine and opening mental spaces. Giromini's process involved 3D modeling and casting, balancing control and randomness to create an unexpected equilibrium. The installation reflects Covivio's vision of integrating art into everyday work environments, making culture accessible beyond dedicated spaces.
Key facts
- Synapse is a site-specific installation by Pietro Giromini at Covivio's Meridian building in Milanofiori, Rozzano.
- The work was selected via a call by Covivio and Fondazione Michele Cea ETS.
- It is part of Covivio's European program One building, one piece of art, started in 2017.
- The installation consists of approximately 700 modular sculptures.
- Materials include a sustainable composite of cement, recycled cellulose, and natural pigments.
- Giromini used 3D modeling and casting processes.
- The corridor is described as an 'architectural synapse' connecting the building's two wings.
- The work aims to stimulate perception, intuition, and well-being.
Entities
Artists
- Pietro Giromini
Institutions
- Covivio
- Fondazione Michele Cea ETS
- Artribune
Locations
- Milanofiori
- Rozzano
- Italy