On May 7th at 6:00 PM, we invite you to join us at the Lombardini22 Hub, located at Via Elia Lombardini 13, for a discussion on the study and design of what we call extreme spaces.

What do we mean by extreme spaces?

They are environments that challenge fundamental human needs - where specific conditions compromise orientation, control, safety, and our connection with the outside world.
This is particularly evident in extraterrestrial environments, where factors such as the absence of gravity, confinement within limited survival spaces, and a lack of natural light create unique design demands.
Although these environments may seem extraordinary, they actually provide concrete knowledge that can be applied to the everyday spaces we inhabit here on Earth.
With Extreme Spaces, the goal is to build a platform for dialogue between architecture and neuroscience, capable of translating extreme conditions into practical design tools. The event aims to reflect on, interpret, and transfer the principles that shape spatial experience in critical contexts, in order to redefine criteria, methods, and responsibilities in contemporary design.

It is both a theoretical reflection and an operational step: using extreme conditions to bring design back to its primary function - supporting human cognitive, perceptual, and relational needs.

The event is free and open to everyone.

The event will be held in English.
We invite you to a networking reception following the event.
May 7, 2026
Hub Lombardini22
from 18:00
via Elia Lombardini, 13

18.00

Welcome
Franco Guidi - Founding partner
Moderates Federica Sanchez

18:15
Paolo Gaudenzi
Università La Sapienza

Space habitats and Scientific diplomacy
18:30
Tim Stonor
space syntax

Cities in space & the space of the city
18:45
Pierandrea Angius
Architectural Association
Ferrari Design Centre

Operating at the Limits: Architectures of Extreme Environments
19:00
Andrea Serino
MySpace Lab - NE+AR

Spaces in the brain
19:15
Federica Sanchez
Lombardini22 - NE+AR

From Orbit to Everyday: How Extreme Environments Redesign Ordinary Life
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