A similar analogy was proposed by Marco Bettiol, an economist at Venice International University. It is the simple explanation of ingredients that bring value to Italian design.
Shannon, Victoria, Calvin
Monday, June 13, 2011
A Brief of Venice International University
Venice International University, Venice - Monday, June 13th
The island San Servolo was a monastery, military hospital, and later on a psychiatric hospital which was then abandoned in 1987. In 1995 however, the buildings and island underwent a restoration that transformed into a place with a park, sports grounds, cafeteria, bar and has several works of contemporary art throughout the complex, which is now recognized as Venice International University (VIU).
Sunday, June 12, 2011
THE CROWS ALIGHT
Glasstress (Art Exhibit) Murano, Venice- Sunday, June 12th, 2011
On June 12th we went to Murano in Venice. While there we checked out a contemporary glass art exhibit called Glasstress. This was by far my favourite piece. It was created by Javier Perez and is titled "Carrona". I don’t think anyone would ever describe me as a macabre person, but I really like this piece. The one half of the chandelier is still so pristine and whole while the other half is completely destroyed. They obviously had to break it methodically and spread it manually, which would take a ridiculous amount of time, patience and skill to do. It’s as though the chandelier is frozen in mid crash and the spread of the pieces is so realistic. I love that from a distance it looks very literal, a fallen chandler with crows sitting on it. However, the illusion starts when you get up close.
On June 12th we went to Murano in Venice. While there we checked out a contemporary glass art exhibit called Glasstress. This was by far my favourite piece. It was created by Javier Perez and is titled "Carrona". I don’t think anyone would ever describe me as a macabre person, but I really like this piece. The one half of the chandelier is still so pristine and whole while the other half is completely destroyed. They obviously had to break it methodically and spread it manually, which would take a ridiculous amount of time, patience and skill to do. It’s as though the chandelier is frozen in mid crash and the spread of the pieces is so realistic. I love that from a distance it looks very literal, a fallen chandler with crows sitting on it. However, the illusion starts when you get up close.
Saturday, June 11, 2011
REPLIES FROM RODRIGO RODRIQUES
FLOS, Milan - Saturday, June 11th, 2011
Interview with Rodrigo Rodriguez
What made your father in law want to start his own company and why lighting?
He saw the signs of the market. He saw the need in the market and he saw the talent of the Italian designers.
Interview with Rodrigo Rodriguez
On June 11th we visited the Italian lighting company FLOS. While there I was able to complete a short interview with the company’s CEO Rodrigo Rodriques. Here are the questions I asked and his paraphrased answers.
What made your father in law want to start his own company and why lighting?
He saw the signs of the market. He saw the need in the market and he saw the talent of the Italian designers.
Venice Night Light
Dark alleys and quiet squares, Venezia - Saturday, June 11th
Throughout Italy, it goes without saying that the architecture is amazing, it seems that every angle paints a new impression. Experiencing Venice at night is like waking in a completely different city. The shadows created by the leaning alleys, numerous bridges and reflecting water are impossible to capture in film. The pinkish city lights appear so perfectly complimentary, careful planning that seems to go into each and every detail.
Italian Design and Technology
FLOS lighting, Milan - Saturday, June 11
"Technology is used to realize artistic visions. For Italians, technology lives within design, not the other way around."
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| Soft Architecture: Wallpiercing |
"Technology is used to realize artistic visions. For Italians, technology lives within design, not the other way around."
FLOS Soft-Architecture: Synthetic Evolution
FLOS Showroom, Milan - June 11th
Since their string of successful Castiglioni-designed lamps in the 60's, FLOS has developed a reputation as one of the leaders in innovative Italian lighting design. Their two product lines, architectural and decorative, span a wide range of lighting systems, suitable for both personal and professional environments. Like any other company, FLOS has had to adapt their product lines to changes in markets and technology. Their particular evolution strategy, however, proves to be a unique in the context of similar organizations.
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