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ightgreading public zones through light,

andcolours and sounds is a tool that might

evokedbe used to craft living conditions of space

that is used but not lived-in,
highlights their functions and gives greater value to their
to rebuild the identity of weak and
image, bringing quality to the city experience.
fringe areas that may stimulate an active
This should not be confused with the decorative lighting we
inhabitant-user participation.
see in our cities during festivities, of which christmas holds this analysis is offered by Gisella Gellini.

first place. This lighting is not in place for artistic reasons but

merely for decoration.

by Clara Lovisetti

“When placing works of light in the architectural urban

environment, especially if it’s rich in history and monuments 1 Joana Vasconcelos: Blue Champagne, 2012, installation for the Versailles
Castle, Paris. Bottles of champagne Pommery POP, metallic iron,
high-brightness LEDs. Courtesy of Haunch of Venison/Christie’s, London.
- explains the architect and light art expert Gisella Gellini, Realized thanks to Vranken Pommery support.

starting our conversation - one must not lose sight of the Photo: Luís Vasconcelos/Courtesy Unidade Ininita Projectos/Château de Versailles

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