Multi-use buildings in Viale Ionio 10

Designed by architect Saverio Busiri Vici in 1972, it is considered a manifesto of ‘Roman Brutalism’.

The Viale Jonio building, designed by architect Saverio Busiri Vici in 1972, is considered a manifesto of ‘Roman Brutalism’ characterised by massive forms and an expressive use of reinforced concrete.

Its structure, characterised by a sculptural design and staggered concrete bands, creates an effect of movement and dynamism, emphasising the decomposition typical of this style.
This work is a tribute to Neoplasticism and De Stijl, artistic currents with which Busiri Vici was familiar. The influence of these schools is reflected in the search for a rigorous formal language and the use of essential geometries, which harmonise with the search for a new urban aesthetic.

The building integrates different functions, such as residences, offices and commercial spaces, thus responding to the needs of an evolving urban context.

The building is not only an architectural work, but also an expression of broader ideas about the relationship between form and space, light and environment. This approach has allowed Busiri Vici to enter into an international dialogue with contemporary architecture, bringing a unique interpretation of Brutalism to Rome.

Photographs by Alfio Ladisa