ANALYSIS OF THE BLOCKS | PER-PARCEL CLASSIFICATION

SINGLE-PARCEL BLOCK

We expand on our research to show how the aggregation of additional plots produced the urban Milanese blocks. Such aggregation can be sub-categorized into different subjects, one of which is the two orders of parcels, where two properties are placed one after another and the buildings are constructed on their boundaries, resulting in an open space in between. We notice as well, in certain parts of the city, the construction of several orders of parcels, with a central open courtyard, resulting in larger blocks. The aggregation idea stays the same, but what has changed is the development of larger blocks with open spaces inside them that are used as semi-public spaces or even as green areas.

• Block of buildings surrounded by open space

• Deep block of buildings

• Buildings with closed courtyards

This particular type is the most typical of the city of Milan, in which such residential and building typology is diffused and can be found in ex-industrial districts as well as in the historical center of the city. This typology is characterized by the public assets it provides through commercial centers and shops on the ground floor; however, it provides as well as a private life for the residents through the inner courtyard of the building which is characterized by different architectural elements, and it is the place that allows for the penetration and diffusion of light and it acts as a circulation element where we can find the stairs for vertical circulation.

DOUBLE-PARCEL BLOCK

MULTIPLE-PARCEL BLOCK

Courtyards: host the private life of the house and the collective or professional activities

The introduction of trapezoidal buildings following Beruto’s expanding plans.