Torre del Parco, Modernist residential tower in Milan, Italy.
Description
Torre del Parco is a residential tower with a hexagonal footprint and innovative steel construction that rises approximately 20 stories into the Milan skyline. The building combines functional living spaces with advanced engineering techniques that define its distinctive appearance.
History
The tower was completed in 1956 by architect Vico Magistretti and marked a turning point in post-war Italian residential design. Its construction reflected a new direction Italy was taking in rebuilding its urban spaces.
Culture
The building reflects how post-war Milan reinvented residential living by combining modern comfort with bold architectural choices. It shows how architects shaped the way people could live in the city during a period of rapid change.
Practical
The tower stands in central Milan and is accessible by modern elevators, with the building maintaining its original residential purpose to this day. Visitors can explore the exterior and surroundings, viewing the architectural details from street level.
Did you know?
The structure was recognized as Italian national heritage, a rare honor for a residential building that defined modern living for an entire generation of Milan residents. This recognition highlights its influence on Milan's urban development in the second half of the twentieth century.
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