Luigi Figini, Casa Figini, Via E. Perrone di San Martino 8, Milano (Italy), 1934
Luigi Figini, Casa Figini, Via E. Perrone di San Martino 8, Milano (Italy), 1934
The Casa Figini is designed according to the principles of rationalism and the 5 points of modern architecture, introduced by Le Corbusier. The building is carried by pilotis, enforcing a freedom of horizontal circulation and ensuring a free circulation on the floor level. The pilotis are made out of concrete pillars, which are placed equidistant in both directions.
The upper part is designed with fenêtres a longueur, which give large panoramic views towards the environment. The plan of the house is enclosed in a golden rectangle (a ratio that measures the entire composition) of 18m x 5.5m. Another feature of the building is the large rooftop terrace, which gives the house a private space that can fully enjoy the sun and the views.
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Domus, L’abitazione di un architetto, Milano 1936, n. 99 pp. 1-7
Architettura. Rivista del Sindacato nazionale fascista architetti, Milano 1936, n. 4Domus, Milano 1936, n. 9
Edilizia Moderna, Una villa dell’architetto Luigi Figini, Milano 1936, n. 19-20 pp. 50-55
Quadrante, 1935, n. 31-32, pp. 20-25