La Libreria
2025
Diller Scofidio + Renfro at Biennale Architettura 2025
A project by Diller Scofidio + Renfro, concept by Diane von Furstenberg.
Structural Engineering by Schlaich Bergermann Partner. Consultants Transsolar and Tillotson Design Associates.
Photography by Iwan Baan
Design: Diller Scofidio + Renfro | Structure: Schlaich Bergermann Partner | General Contracting & DfMA support: Maestro Technologies
La Libreria is a reusable pavilion whose bolted steel frame & flatpack furnishing can be fully disassembled, shipped, and rebuilt with zero waste. Its centrepiece is a 22‑metre tensegrity beam— that carries the roof while leaving the reading space column‑free.
Maestro Technologies acted as general contractor and provided DfMA assistance, coordinating fabrication with Cimolai SPA and overseeing the fast‑track assembly in Venice. When the pavilion moves to its next venue, re‑installation will be orchestrated through Maestro Pilot’s digital assembly manuals, ensuring the structure’s circular life cycle is as seamless as its first build.
A project by Diller Scofidio + Renfro, concept by Diane von Furstenberg.
Structural Engineering by Schlaich Bergermann Partner. Consultants Transsolar and Tillotson Design Associates.
Photography by Iwan Baan
