We call it “grattacielo di Piazza Matteotti” (Matteotti Square skyscraper), even if it barely qualify for the term. Technically is probably a high-rise, but it is so much taller than anything around that you can see it from everywhere.
This building by the architect
Giovanni Michelucci (1891-1990) was commissioned in the second half of the 50's by the Department of the Treasury. Construction was completed in 1966. The tower rises from a five-storey base, reaching a height of 91 meters with 26 floors. The base mostly houses offices, while the tower is for residential use with eight apartments per floor.
It's no Chrysler Building, but I like it.
External links:
Giovanni Michelucci (Wikipedia)
We call it “grattacielo di Piazza Matteotti” (Matteotti Square skyscraper), even if it barely qualify for the term. Technically is probably a high-rise, but it is so much taller than anything around that you can see it from everywhere.
5 comments:
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It is a beautiful building. Nice shot!
Buona sera! That is a strange building, I bet the top floors have a good view though!
Bella la disposizione di quelle finestre. O sono dei minuscoli balconi?
Interesting with a base and a tower. We don't have any skyscrapers either.
Our tallest building (not counting the TV tower) is a fairly new office complex in Kista at 117 meters.
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