ARCHISATIRE. Una controstoria dell’architettura

The exhibition "ARCHISATIRE. A Counter-History of Architecture," curated by Gabriele Neri in collaboration with the Library of the Academy of Architecture, explores the intersection of satire and architecture through caricatures, vignettes, photomontages, cartoons, films, and other forms of expression.

Contrasting the "gravity" of construction with the lightness—and also the irreverent nature—of satirical and humorous narrative, the exhibition proposes an unconventional interpretation, offering a "counter-history" of architectural and urban transformations over the past few centuries. The images on display, often conceived for the fleeting life of newspapers and magazines and aimed at a broader audience, represent an original critical tool that demonstrates the impact of architecture on everyday life, as well as the cultural and social role of satire and irony.

All of this is explored in the exhibition through four sections that range from the figure of the architect in caricature to the "urban scandals" provoked by major projects; From the "irrational" house to the many examples of architects who have experimented with the art of cartooning. Between parody and denunciation, satire and irony, they prove valuable lenses for observing architecture from unexpected perspectives, inviting both the viewer and the architect to reflect on the true meaning of the concepts of design and living.

For the duration of the exhibitions, the TAM regularly offers free open days, guided tours, and special events. The complete program will be available at www.tam.usi.ch