In the 170th episode of A is for Architecture, the podcast that explores the world of architecture through conversations with industry experts, scholars and professionals, Stefano Boeri recounts the influences, mentors and inspirations that have helped shape his design vision and professional practice.
His approach combines modern urban lifestyles with a sincere focus on nature, wildlife and the coexistence of species in the contemporary city.
The Stefano Boeri Architetti studio is renowned for integrating vegetation into urban architecture, promoting a sustainable and visionary model of the city. The Vertical Forest in Milan (2009-2014) is a prime example of this approach, serving as a prototype for a novel form of architectural biodiversity that prioritises not only human well-being, but also the symbiotic relationship between humans and other living species. The studio’s expertise extends to urban planning and research, encompassing subjects such as urban forestry and the future of cities.
In the course of the interview, Ambrose Gillick clearly identifies a unifying theme in Boeri’s work, namely a keen interest in the concepts of multiplicity, networks and coalescence. A vision that looks beyond the present and seeks to give architecture an important, effective and change-making role.
To listen to the episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5g88hwDWfDGOrqfbhzk8Vc