One of my favorite experiences this week was getting to go to Como and see not only the archives and famous pieces of architecture but also the beautiful scenery that the city has to showcase.
I enjoyed our first stop at the archive because we were able to see original versions of chairs we studied. It was also interesting to hear some additional historical context about the designers and how they went about completing their process.
Another aspect of the trip I was intrigued by was the Monument to the Fallen. The design seemed extremely futuristic, especially when thinking about how it was only constructed in the 1930’s. I found the feature where visitors could climb to the top to be especially interesting as it allows you to find a spot overlooking the water and the hills and gives you an environment to reflect on those lost.
After learning about it in lecture, it was particularly cool to see the Casa del Fascio and experience it in person. As the architect mentioned, while it was smaller in comparison to surrounding buildings, its design did make it appear larger than it was through very strategic techniques, such as the reflective aspect of the marble.
