Located in front of the Casalgrande Padana Headquarters, the CCCloud monument is a result of the collaboration between Kengo Kuma Architects, Alfonso Acocella, Luigi Alini, and Casalgrande Padana. The monument is constructed of unglazed ceramic tiles that have been adapted for structural use.
The entire structure is 45 meters long and 12 meters high, with a maximum width of 1.7 meters in the central section. It consists of nine layers of porcelain stoneware tiles 60 x 120 cm that are stacked and articulated through fine threaded rods. Traditionally used as coating, the ceramic tiles are here used as a structural component.
As a thin curtain, the CCCloud divides the roundabout, drawing the attention of visitors. The monument is oriented in line with the street, making cars disappear from view. This anti-monumental strategy creates a low profile on the site that generates a space without overwhelming the viewer. The actual proportion of the line is apparent throughout the car’s movement through the site. Read the rest of this entry »