As the winners for the 2015 Milan Expo are revealed, Nemesis Studio is among them for their design of the Italian Pavilion. In total there were 68 entries for the international competition following the theme for the expo, ‘Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life’ and a 40 million euro budget. The brief was specific in terms of volume, height of the building, and quality of space, yet the finished the design is thoughtful and inventive, a perfect addition to the event.
courtesy of Nemesis Studio
Referring to key words such as life, transparency, and changeability the skin, the public plaza in the ground floor, and the vertical connection were all established. The expressive design is based on four main blocks, arranged around a central square, connected by bridge elements. Within the center is an exhibition area, auditorium, offices and meeting rooms.
courtesy of Nemesis Studio
Their interpretation of the theme for the expo is portrayed in the architectural volumes or ‘trees’ that have massive supports on the ground that simulate large ‘roots’.
courtesy of Nemesis Studio
Courtesy of Nemesis Studio
Kristin Hoover is an editor at Arch2O and a proud graduate of Virginia Tech. Since joining in July 2014, she has authored over 200 insightful articles covering everything from adaptive reuse and cultural centers to eco-buildings and urban infrastructure . With a passion for architectural storytelling, Kristin skillfully curates and crafts compelling narratives that bring design innovation to life. Her editorial work reflects a broad yet finely honed interest in how architecture intersects with society, technology, and the environment—making her a key voice shaping Arch2O’s explorations of contemporary built form.