CARLOTTA BACCHINI

(7)Caliptra

(project type)

Universiy

(Course)

Final Synthesis 2

(School)

Polimi

(year)

2022

(main areas)

Branding, 3D Art, Interaction Design

Caliptra is an exploration of the city of Milan under a unique lens: urban gardens and the people who populate them. The project goes beyond conventional approaches by exploring hidden narratives and historical roots of these spaces, conveying the essence of the territories through interactive installations and memory capsules. Through Caliptra, discover the intriguing world of Milan’s urban gardens and delve into their never-before-told stories and their real historical significance. By connecting past and present, the project invites visitors to engage with the dynamic evolution of Milan’s urban oases, fostering a deeper connection to the city’s cultural heritage and a greater appreciation for the importance of preserving these precious spaces for future generations.

Caliptra Installation | Carlotta Bacchini
Caliptra Installation | Carlotta Bacchini

© Carlotta Bacchini

Caliptra's branding blends urban and botanical elements to create a captivating visual identity. Custom illustrations and abstract forms evoke a sense of collaboration and metaphysical ambiance. This unique approach reveals the hidden stories within Milan's urban gardens, showcasing the interplay between nature and urban history. Explore the captivating fusion of urban and botanical realms through Caliptra's distinctive branding

Caliptra Installation | Carlotta Bacchini
Caliptra Poster | Carlotta Bacchini
Caliptra Installation | Carlotta Bacchini
Caliptra Installation | Carlotta Bacchini

Within Caliptra's innovative installation, memory capsules are enchanting vessels that hold the essence of Milan's urban oases. Each capsule captures the untold stories, historical roots, and territorial significance of these imaginary spaces. As visitors engage with the interactive elements, they unlock a treasure trove of narratives, visuals, and documents, immersing themselves in the intriguing past of an imagined cityscape. Caliptra's memory capsules breathe life into forgotten tales, creating a captivating journey through the urban history that never was.

Caliptra Installation | Carlotta Bacchini
Caliptra Poster | Carlotta Bacchini
Caliptra Pubblication | Carlotta Bacchini
Caliptra Brochure | Carlotta Bacchini
(designers)

Carlotta Bacchini,
Chiara Davoli,
Silvia Carpanoni,
Eleonora Stucchi,
Federica Vatri

(printed by)

Tipografia Reali

(binded by)

Codina Milano

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