For this virtual talk presented by Fallingwater, Annalisa Capurro,delves into the extraordinary work and legacy of Italian architect and designer Carlo Scapa for a talk titled “Italian Modernism: Carlo Scarpa and the Architecture of Geometry, Water and Light.”

Described as a cross between Frank Lloyd Wright and Louis Kahn, Carlo Scarpa (1906–1978) was born in Venice, a city that profoundly influenced his architectural approach. Immersed in this rich environment, Scarpa developed a deep respect for craftsmanship, traditional materials, and the cultural significance of architecture. His career was marked by a masterful fusion of modernist principles with artisanal techniques, resulting in buildings that were both functional and poetically evocative.

Scarpa’s designs are renowned for their intricate interplay of light, shadow, and texture, creating spaces that merge modernity with tradition. Scarpa’s ability to harmonize contemporary architecture with historical contexts stands as a testament to his innovative approach and commitment to craftsmanship, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire future generations of architects and designers worldwide.

Annalisa Capurro, aka @ms.modernism, is an interior designer, lecturer, architectural historian, and internationally recognized speaker with more than three decades of experience working across commercial, residential, hospitality, preservation, and textile design in Australia, the United States, Italy, and Scandinavia.


Wednesday October 14, 12:00pm EDT
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