Architect in Italy : role and duties
What does an Architect in Italy do? Why you need one: a detailed guide for the client Introduction: the role of the architect Architecture is a discipline that combines art, science, and technology to design and construct buildings and urban spaces that meet human needs, and are functional, aesthetic, and sustainable. The term architecture comes […]
Construction costs of a passive house
Construction costs of a Passive House: an excellent investment with future benefits Introduction As of January 1, 2021, it is mandatory throughout Italy to design buildings, both public and private, with near zero energy consumption (Nearly Zero Energy Building). This regulatory measure (Legislative Decree 48/2020), which transposed European Directive 844 (EDPD III), actually raised the […]
ONE EURO HOUSE: THE GUIDE
ONE EURO HOUSE : THE GUIDE THE NEW TREND OF THE ITALIAN ONE EURO HOUSES For several years in Italy, there has been an initiative regulated by local administrations that has garnered a lot of interest both locally and internationally, known as the “One Euro House” program, which offers the opportunity to purchase old and abandoned […]
Buy a House in Sicily
Buy a House in Sicily: a profitable property investment. Experience the enchanting beauty of Sicily with expert guidance Nestled in the heart of the Mediterranean, Sicily offers a compelling blend of natural beauty, rich cultural heritage, and substantial investment potential. Known for its vibrant tourism, excellent year-round weather, and exquisite cuisine, Sicily also boasts fertile […]
PASSIONE magazine interview with Max Strano
“SHAPING THE WORLD FOR A BETTER TOMORROW” Architecture is a powerful force that shapes our world and touches every aspect of our lives. It has the potential to create awe-inspiring spaces that connect people and transform communities. From grand public buildings to innovative solutions for complex environmental and social issues, architecture has the power to […]
Architecture Expo in Sharjah (UAE)
Architecture Expo in Sharjah (UAE) Bureau69 Architects participated as an exhibitor at the architecture expo in Sharjah in the United Arab Emirates, organized by Social Net Srl of Italy. The Edilsocialexpo is an international event where some representatives of the Italian architecture, design, and construction industry exhibit their products and services in the United Arab […]
Nzeb and Passivhaus standards
Nzeb and Passivhaus standards WHAT EXACTLY NZEB BUILDINGS ARE? Net Zero Energy Building (NZEB) and Passive House (or Passivhaus) are both energy-efficient building standards, but they have different focuses and goals. In this article we analyse some of the main differences. Energy balance: NZEB aims to achieve a net-zero energy balance, meaning the building produces as […]
Passivhaus in Sicily
How to build a passivhaus in Sicily? A few days ago, from a conversation with an architect colleague, the little-treated problem of overheating of buildings in general emerged and how this is a problem that also affects passivhaus built in Sicily and, in general, in locations with a warm climate (as the Mediterranean area). This […]
Passive house – A “modern” requirement
Passivhaus – A “modern” requirement The passive house (originally named ‘PassivHaus‘ in German) is a house, or building, capable of covering most of its energy needs by harnessing solar contributions (for heating) and shading elements (for cooling). This, combined with mechanical ventilation systems with heat recovery, high-performance thermal windows, and proper thermal insulation of the […]
Building less is a sustainable future
Building less is a sustainable future This is the global screening at 14.33 of today the 26th of October 2020. The population increased today is 66,713,388. The actualised global population is 7.8 billion. We produced this year 65.2 million cars and spent today 2.8 billion dollars on military equipment. Also, only for today, 4.6 million […]
Living, Building, Place, Space
Living, Building, Place, Space Conversation around Heidegger and the meaning of building places We architects design and construct buildings designed to live in. Looking for the meaning of the word “living” a few days ago, I happened to read an in-depth analysis of an essay by Heidegger (Building, living, thinking) published by Giuliano Antonello on […]
How Covid-19 could change our cities
There is an ongoing process of dichotomizing the “dream concept” of the cities of the future (post-Covid cities). We have made cities grow dramatically to encourage the concentration of labour by bringing the worker ‘closer’ to the place of production. The main cities have still a medieval concentric organization of the territory where the city […]
Why to buy a property in Sicily?
Why to buy a property in Sicily? SICILY IS NOT TUSCANY… Sicily is a beautiful island in the South of Italy with a 12-month tourism market and a wonderful place where to spend holidays. This article wants to explain why the eastern and South-Eastern part of Sicily represents a good option for property investment. This […]
Bureau69 at Archmarathon 2020
ArchWeekMiami is a week-long international cultural initiative, conceived and organized by Platform, an Italian publisher based in Miami, specializing in art, architecture, and design. AWM was created to offer an evolved and profiled target composed of architects, interior designers, developers, and local and international buyers an opportunity to develop business contacts, meet customers, learn more […]
Best Bespoke Office Interior Design Firm Europe
Bureau69 Architects have been awarded for the Best Bespoke Office Interior Design Firm – Europe by BUILD magazine Project: LBA
Our project in Carrara (IT)
Our awarded project hashtag#LBA (Best Italian Interior Design project 2018) continues to be exhibited all around Italy. From the 2nd to the 9th of June it will be in Carrara for the event Cararra Dawntown. Speakers at the event are: Massimiliano Fuksas, Luca Molinari, Mario Bellini, Claudio Silvestrin. Next destination , Miami in November. Have […]
Centre of technology in Sao Paulo
We are proud to announce that our project for the Centre of technology in Santa Rita do Sacupui, in the State of Sao Paulo (Brazil) was presented and has received a total appreciation from the local government. This new project in Sao Paulo confirm the strong relation between Bureau69 and Brasil. It would be a […]
A new project in Sao Paulo
Bureau69 has been appointed for a new project in Sao Paulo, Brazil. We are excited and delighted for this opportunity to work together with the local government and a big team of investors.
Riba Winter Social 2018
Bureau69 believes in socialising. Attending RIBA’s events is always a great opportunity for having fun, meet new people, find new opportunities. The Winter social 2018 was rich in energy, vibe and a lot of interesting and nice people : architects, developers, surveyors. We want to keep in memory this evening with a nice picture. See […]
Interview on Londra Sera italian magazine
Bureau69 Architects is on Londra Sera n.21. The magazine of the Italian community in London asks some questions to Massimiliano Strano, Director of Bureau69 Architects Ltd Download Londra Sera N.21
RIBA Chartered Practice
We are extremely pleased to announce that Bureau69 Architects Ltd are now a RIBA chartered practice. We are delighted to achieve this significant milestone in the company’s history. Find out more about why you should consider appointing an RIBA chartered architect to help you with your project at the links below RIBA Working with an […]
Paulista para todos – Competition
Claudio Inserra, a member architect of the collective Bureau69, participated with the offices Konisberger+Vannucchi and EKF at Brazilian competition for the design of a new outdoor furniture at Avenida Paulista in Sao Paulo. The other invited offices are : Paulo Mendes da Rocha, FGMF, Nitsche Arquitetos. Watch the video interview to discover the project. Bare with us […]
Sao Paulo project – Duas Gastronomia – new photos
Have a look at the new photos from the project Duas Gastronomia completed last year in Sao Paulo, Brazil
Bureau69’s project exhibited in Novara (IT)
Another important step for Bureau69 and for the project LBA. The project, selected for the book BEST ITALIAN INTERIOR DESIGN 2018, will be exhibited in Novara (IT) from the 26th of October until the 4th of November at Castello Sforzesco.
Finalist at British home awards
The Sunday Times challenged architects to design a new prototype for the terrace houses. Bureau69 is a finalist with the project THE SHELL. See the project here
Sunday times 02 September 2018
Our project The Shell published on The Sunday Times 2nd of September 2018 Read here
New office in Italy
Bureau69 has a new office in Catania. Come to visit us in Via Francesco Cilea 51 We work close with a craft and bespoke furniture company and we can offer you customised services and projects
Claudio Inserra – Bureau69 representative in Sao Paulo
Claudio Inserra, an Italian architect in Sao Paulo since 2014 and collaborator with Bureau69 since 2013, is the representative of Bureau69 for projects in Brazil.
Bureau69 at Triennale Design Museum , Milan (IT)
We are proud to have being selected for the Best Italian Interior Design Selection 2018 with the project LBA. The book, edited by Platform, will be presented at the important Triennal Design Museum of Milan (IT). We are honored that our project will be exhibited from the 14th until the 22th of May. Read more
Best Italian Interior Design Projects 2018
Bureau69 and the project LBA is selected in May 2018 for the book Best Italian Interior Design Projects 2018, published and edited by Platform. The book will be presented at Triennale of Milan on 14th of May 2018. From 14th of May until the 22nd of May the project LBA will be exhibited at the Triennale […]
Max Strano, RIBA Architect
Max Strano, former Director of Bureau69, is a registered architect in Italy since 2000. Now he is a register Architect ARB and RIBA member in London.
Bureau69 in London
After 15 years based in Catania (Italy), Massimiliano Strano , architect director of Bureau69, relocates in London. The aim is to expand the business and to increase the quality of design with more collaborations and networking.
