Observing Metamorphoses

As part of the collaboration between the Politecnico di Milano and Coop Lombardia, a public event of discussion and reflection on the future of urban spaces and contemporary consumption takes shape:
“Observing Metamorphoses. Perspectives on Change and Innovation.”

Starting from the volume Metamorphoses of Large-Scale Consumption Spaces (Lettera Ventidue, 2025) – the result of joint research between the Department of Architecture, Built Environment and Construction Engineering of the Politecnico and the Technical Department of Coop Lombardia – the initiative offers a multidisciplinary perspective on the ongoing transformations in large-scale retail spaces, which are becoming increasingly hybrid, multifunctional, and tied to the dimension of urban proximity.

A dialogue among visions, disciplines, and generations

The event brings together a variety of voices and experiences, invited to reflect on the economic, social, environmental, and cultural transformations shaping the spaces of today’s cities.
An open dialogue, including contrasting viewpoints, to understand the changes in consumption and behavior, amidst new needs, emerging inequalities, and drivers of innovation.

Where

Ex Macello, Viale Molise, Milan – a symbolic place of urban regeneration, and an ideal venue to host a dialogue on cities and transformation.

What You'll Receive

All participants will receive a canvas tote bag, containing:

• the book Metamorphoses of Large-Scale Consumption Spaces
• a notebook for notes

An opportunity to pause and observe the signs of change.
To rethink, together, the future of our spaces and our ways of living.

For the full program, please refer to the attached flyer.

Free entry, subject to availability.