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Sabato, Marzo 7, 2026
Fondation Louis Vuitton, 8 Avenue du Mahatma Gandhi, 75116 Paris, France
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Sustainability and Envelopes: Steel, Timber, Glass

Envelope choices in Gehry’s work—steel, timber, and glass—through the lens of sustainability and performance.

12/9/2025
12 min read
FLV side view showing envelope

FLV Side View

Table: Envelope Considerations

Material Pros Considerations
Timber Warmth, renewability Detailing + moisture
Steel Strength, span Thermal bridges
Glass Daylight, views Glare, heat gain

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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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