Brutalia. Build Your Own Brutalist Italy

After two decades under fascist rule, post-war Italy became a dynamic canvas for a new wave of brutalist architecture. This era saw the emergence of striking concrete designs that transformed urban environments, from Milan's renowned Torre Velasca to the provocative Vele di Scampia housing project in Naples.

This interactive book offers a comprehensive journey through some of Italy's most notable examples of brutalist architecture. It sheds light on the history, achievements, and shortcomings of residential projects like “Lavatrici” in Genoa, Nuovo Corviale in Rome, Vele di Scampia in Naples, and Rozzol Melara in Trieste. The book begins with a prologue by Alessandro Benetti, a distinguished Italian architect and journalist, and features photographically illustrated chapters that delve into the specific characteristics of these structures. The latter section of the book contains five pop-out and foldable models, requiring only glue for assembly.

Models include:
- Genoa: 'Le Lavatrici'
- Milan: Torre Velasca
- Naples: Vele di Scampia
- Rome: Nuovo Corviale
- Trieste: Rozzol Melara

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