What does Gentrification mean? We asked Architect Cristina Pomponi.

The term gentrification derives from gentry, which in English means “minor nobility,” and is a word coined in 1964 by sociologist Ruth Glass to describe what was happening in London in working-class neighborhoods where, starting in the 1960s, many people from the more affluent classes moved in. It is a phenomenon that affects large cities […]

Sliding Doors: Advantages and Disadvantages

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There are different types of sliding doors, both concealed and not. These are a very functional solution, increasingly appreciated. Let’s explore their advantages and disadvantages together.