Honorable Mention / 2022 / Architecture / Buildings

Architectural minimalism in Thira

  • Photographer
    Andrea Rossato, Italy
  • Studio
    Andrea Rossato
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The architecture that today we call picturesque is, in reality, the result of a long struggle for the survival of many generations who have come up with their own limited resources and resources available in a truly sustainable way. The local people have adapted their comfort and necessity to the present conditions: we witness the perfect fusion of the four elements (water, fire, earth and air) with minimalist architecture. Today, many traditional houses have been restored and have become beautiful villas or hotel complexes, but even the new buildings respect the typical architecture of Thira.

He was born in Udine in 1969, now he lives in Pasian di Prato. He has published several photos and projects. His works have been published in photography magazines and more, many are his participations in international group exhibitions. He continues to work as head of course planning and management at Civiform soc.coop.soc. (Professional Training Organization), of which, in addition to teaching photography, he takes care of publications and events as an official photographer. He is a freelance

Awards Photos published in specialized journals in photography and photographic competitions victories in local
4 Honorable Mentions at IPA 2013
1 Honorable Mention at IPA 2014 Architecture
3 Prize Architecture-Buildings at MIFA 2014
2 Honorable Mention Portrait ar MIFA 2014
Shortlist Open Architecture Sony WPA 2015
1 National Award Italy Sony WPA 2015
1 Prize Architecture Industrial IPA 2015
3 Prize at Professional - Art - Candid Sony WPA 2016
Shortlist Sport-Professional Sony WPA 2017
1 Prize at FIOF Award 2016 Professional architecture
2 Prize at FIOF Award 2016 Professional People
and much more