We are two architects who share an approach focused on contextual integration and sustainability. We believe that every project should establish a coherent relationship with its architectural and cultural surroundings, enhancing their qualities without altering their identity.
In renovation work, we pay particular attention to the preservation of existing heritage, intervening in a targeted and respectful way, adapting buildings to current needs without compromising their historical value.
Material selection is a central aspect of our practice: we prioritise natural, low-impact materials assessed across their entire life cycle, from extraction to processing, up to reuse or disposal, to ensure quality and durability.
Our design objective is to reduce a building’s energy demand, improving efficiency and comfort through simple, effective strategies that make optimal use of local resources.
Partners
Gianmarco Maina

2024
2023
2023
2022 - 2023
2021 - 2022
2021
2020 - 2021
2020
2017 - 2019
2014 - 2017
2013
2009 - 2013
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Partner at Maina Architetti, Lugano
Permaculture Design Course, Noosa Forest Retreat, Australia
Architect and builder by Viva Living Homes, Australia
Architect on road, New Zealand and Australia
Architect by SQUADRAT Architekten, Zurich
Freelancer, Tanzania
Architect by SQUADRAT Architekten, Zurich
Volunteer for NGO C-re-aid, Tanzania | Freelancer, Agno
Architect by Steib-Gmür-Geschwentner Architekten, Zurich
Bachelor of Architecture, SUPSI-Lugano
Draftsman by BASSICARELLA architectes, Geneva
School of Arts and Crafts SAM, Lugano
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Giulia Spazzini

2024
2023
2023
2022 - 2023
2021 - 2022
2021
2018 - 2021
2017
2014 - 2017
2013 - 2014
2008 - 2013
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Partner at Maina Architetti, Lugano
Permaculture Design Course, Noosa Forest Retreat, Australia
Architect and builder by Viva Living Homes, Australia
Architect on road, New Zealand and Australia
Architect by ROSSETTI + WYSS Architekten, Zurich
Freelancer, Tanzania
Architect by ROSSETTI + WYSS Architekten, Zurich
Architect by Celoria Architects, Balerna
Bachelor of Architecture, SUPSI-Lugano
Trainee by AMPROGETTI, Bellinzona | Trainee by Dotta&Bulloni, Caslano
Scientific Bilingual High School, Italy
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