Y2S2R3

The project presented is a comprehensive analytical and creative exploration of a structural component from Renzo Piano's acclaimed Intesa SanPaolo skyscraper in Turin, Italy. It focuses on a key architectural element—the structural beam—that holds a dual role as both a crucial support mechanism for the building and an integral part of its façade system.

This deep dive into the skyscraper’s anatomy involved extracting the beam from its architectural context and studying its form, function, and interaction with the building’s aesthetic. The outcome is an array of visual media: evocative renderings that place the beam within atmospheric landscapes, videos that animate its place within the structure, and technical drawings that dissect its complex engineering.

The renderings capture the beam’s towering presence and its interaction with light and environment, emphasizing the juxtaposition of human scale against architectural magnitudes. Meanwhile, the exploded axonometric drawing peels back the layers of the beam, offering insights into the precision and intricacy of its design and the foresight of Renzo Piano’s architectural vision.

This project is not just an exercise in replication, but an act of re-imagination that showcases the ability to understand and communicate complex architectural ideas through various mediums. It is a testament to the balance between technical skill and creative interpretation that future employers in the field of architecture value.