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Sabato, Marzo 7, 2026
Fondation Louis Vuitton, 8 Avenue du Mahatma Gandhi, 75116 Paris, France
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Material Experiments in Gehry’s Work: From Cardboard to Titanium

A primer on materials in Gehry’s practice—paper, timber, steel, titanium, and light as active matter.

1/3/2026
13 min read
Steel roof detail at FLV

Steel Roof Detail

Overview

From cardboard to titanium—material curiosity drives Gehry’s language and advances architectural technique.


Materials Table

Material Use Notes
Paper Fast models Gesture + iteration
Timber Arches Warmth + span
Steel Ribs/joints Precision + strength
Titanium Skins Weather + color shifts

Light as Material

  • Daylight and artificial light animate surfaces.
  • Color livery programs write temporary architecture.

Craft & Performance

  • Detailing turns materials into narrative.
  • Environmental performance guides envelope choice.

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Practice Notes

Practice Notes

Ho scritto questa guida per farti vivere la Fondation Louis Vuitton con calma e curiosità — senza perdere ciò che rende unico l’edificio di Gehry.

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Materials
Titanium
Timber
Steel

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