The presence of moss on buildings is often seen as a sign of neglect; however, this perspective can be challenged as seen in Lina Bo Bardi's Casa Cirell. She integrated organic elements into the architecture from the design phase, viewing nature as a fundamental component rather than an unwanted presence. Contemporary architects like Patrick Blanc and Stefano Boeri have built upon this idea, creating vertical gardens and living infrastructures that promote biodiversity and enhance the urban environment, transforming façades into ecosystems that filter air and manage heat.
It is commonly accepted that the appearance of moss or vegetation on the surface of a building is a sign of neglect, deterioration, or poor maintenance.
But what if this organic presence were not a flaw, but the result of coevolution between architecture and the environment?
The use of raw stone cladding and exposed surfaces allowed the house to blend into the terrain.
More recent projects have further deepened this relationship between built matter and plant life.
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