CityWave - Milan

Designed by the Danish firm Bjarke Ingels Group, CityWave comprises two tall buildings—one twenty stories high and the other ten—connected by a single curvilinear roof spanning over 200 metres in length, which acts as a skyway to a giant portico.
The structure’s imposing solid windows mirror the historic entrance gates of the Fiera Campionaria, which still stand, creating a monumental frame for what is envisioned to become one of the main entrances to CityLife.
The exterior of the complex is characterised by a cellular façade made up of both transparent and opaque stone elements, while the large curved roof is clad in photovoltaic tiles. This design philosophy emphasises the connection between the exterior and interior of the landscape, as well as the interplay between public and private spaces. The park and the external area beneath the canopy enhance the connection between Via Domodossola and the existing towers, featuring hidden gardens, trees and pedestrian pathways surrounded by green spaces.