edifici
Edifici, the Italian term for buildings, refer to constructed structures that provide space for habitation, work, storage, or services. They are typically permanent, composed of a foundation, structural frame or load-bearing walls, floors, and a roof, and integrated with utilities such as water, electricity, and climate control.
Buildings vary by function (residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, mixed-use), by form and size (low-rise, high-rise), and
From ancient temples and palaces to medieval fortifications, Renaissance urban cores, and industrial-era factories, edifici reflect
Structural engineering ensures stability and resilience against loads, earthquakes, wind, and other hazards. Codes and standards
Recent trends focus on energy efficiency, low-emission materials, adaptive reuse, and digital tools for design and
Edifici play a central role in urban life and the built environment, shaping movement, economy, and culture