Alla radice
Lara Olivieri, Davide Pezzuto, Sara Poeta, Aurora Raso, Silvia Varetto's thesis project for Arazzeria Scassa
Academic year
2023-2024
The thesis reimagines the Arazzeria Scassa not just as an artisanal workshop producing works of art, but as a true "cultural hub" that promotes activities beyond tapestry production.
The project aims to foster an open dialogue between Scassa and the public through a temporary exhibition that reveals the "unseen"—the tacit knowledge and creative process of the weavers—and a tactile workshop for children, to introduce new generations to the values of craftsmanship.
Thus, SCASSA is reborn: a multifaceted space comprising the artisanal workshop, a museum section, and an area for workshops. These spaces not only preserve the historical and cultural memory of the art of tapestry but also serve as platforms for continuous innovation and learning.
The thesis project in Illustration and Graphic Design aims to communicate the heritage, collections, and material knowledge of the Scassa Tapestry Factory by rediscovering its company archive. Visual design plays a crucial role in making these themes accessible and engaging for a young and non-specialized audience, while craftsmanship brings to light paradoxical themes for contemporary times, such as the importance of process, slow rhythms, and the connection between hand and mind.
Thesis Supervisor: Sara Maragotto
Assistant Supervisor: Andrea Viberti, Francesca Pignataro
