A+U No. 507: Valerio Olgiati

This monographic issue of 'a+u' features Swiss architect Valerio Olgiati, whose confident and stark conception of architectural forms has made him internationally renowned. Included is an interview by Markus Breitschmid, plus a selection of Olgiati's projects, each one accompanied by an explanation from the architect. Among the detailed project profiles are the residential building Zug Schleife, Visiting Center Swiss National Park, Bardill Studio, entrance to the Grisons Parliament Building and the Plantahof Auditorium. The issue also includes a critical essay by Kenjiro Hosaka and slides from a lecture by Olgiati entitled 'Fascination for Japan', given in October 2012.