Private terrace (Milan)

The consideration and study of the surroundings, finalized to the production of a landscape specific installation, is precognition and a pre-condition that has the place, not the object, as its starting point. This proposition does not merely “collocate” an inanimate object, but engages in a dialogue with the surroundings, considering each and every logistic connection, so no object will ever seem derelict, but always placed in its meant destination. These thinking objects seem to pick their dwelling themselves and are not exhibited for the sake of vanity. De Castelli is the “homo faber” who keeps his mission and his destiny in mind: namely, interiorizing rather than making. All this is obtained with the help of men, tools, research, technology, enthusiasm, a bit of madness and a great deal of professionalism, not only formal rigor.

De Castelli Outdoor means considering space in function of time, even weather. Differently from things that are created with a short life-span and are eventually replaced, things that are meant to last manage to last. Outdoor is evolution, and incessant research towards the essential. The true complexity lies in straight lines that meet and create formal harmony, just like a precious tailored suit. Haute Couture for exclusive landscapes, who deserve to be planned with an eye on the surrounding environment, making it more enjoyable without spoiling its beauty or invading one’s field of vision. Gardens, balconies, open spaces embodying a new outdoor philosophy and a conscious fruition, rather than architectural surplus. Beauty must be unveiled, never exhibited.

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