Designer LEONARDO TALARICO crafts NEROSICILIA TOWER installation
Leonardo Talarico’s Nerosicilia Re-Design Tower project introduces a temporary installation emphasizing sustainability and the innovative reuse of natural materials. Presented in Milan‘s Brera district from April 13th to 21st, 2024 during Milan Design Week, this off-stage architectural piece serves as a conceptual skyscraper that combines modern art and design with eco-friendly practices.
all images courtesy of Leonardo Talarico
Re-Design Tower Blends Modern Art with Sustainable Practices
The Re-Design Tower features 400 works of art produced by nerolabstudio, showcasing the aesthetic potential of contemporary design while promoting sustainable approaches. The project draws from Nerosicilia’s historical archive, transforming its materials into new artistic expressions. By placing the installation in Largo Treves, Leonardo Talarico achieves the design’s engagement with Brera’s cultural heritage, merging tradition and modernity. The tower harmonizes urban development with cultural preservation and sustainability.
Leonardo Talarico’s Nerosicilia Re-Design Tower prioritizes sustainability and innovative reuse
the installation was displayed in Brera district during Milan Design Week 2024
the architectural piece serves as a conceptual skyscraper, fusing contemporary art with sustainable practices
the Re-Design Tower comprises 400 art pieces created by nerolabstudio
the project reimagines and repurposes natural elements provided by Nerosicilia
the tower represents a fusion of urban development and cultural preservation

the design emphasizes the harmonious integration of innovative art with sustainable methods
Nerosicilia Re-Design Tower is a testament to the aesthetic possibilities of upcycled materials
Leonardo Talarico’s project demonstrates how modern art can align with eco-conscious values

the installation in Brera aligns with the district’s reputation as a hub of cultural and artistic activity
project info:
name: Nerosicilia Re-Design Tower
designer: Leonardo Talarico | @leonardo.talarico
location: Milan, Italy
date: April 13th to 21st, 2024
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edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom