Installazioni

Installazioni is the plural of installazione in Italian. It refers to the act of installing or to the result of installation, especially in art, architecture, and technology, where objects or systems are arranged in a space for a purpose.

In the arts, installazioni are often site-specific works that modify a space. They may combine sculpture, video, sound, and performance, and can be temporary or permanent, with curatorial and technical planning.

In information technology, installation refers to the process of preparing software or hardware for use. It covers packaging, dependencies, configuration, and verification, and can be manual or automated through installers, package managers, or deployment tools. Licensing and compatibility are important considerations.

In industry and infrastructure, installation denotes placing and integrating equipment and systems, followed by commissioning, testing, and handover. It involves site preparation, mounting, wiring or piping, and documentation, with safety and regulatory compliance being central.

Typical steps include assessment, procurement, installation, validation, training, and maintenance planning; risk assessment and environmental considerations are common across contexts.

Installation art emerged in the mid-20th century and expanded into immersive and digital formats. Contemporary trends include interactive installations, modular design, and remote or temporary deployments.