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re.publique s.r.l. . via maggio 1 . 50125 firenze italy . t +39.055.7740330 . www.republique.it . [email protected]
www.republique.it re.publique comunicazione d’architettura The world of architecture and design increasingly demands communication strategies and activities. re.publique communication for architecture stems from the skills and experience consolidated in this sector by Claudia Gelosa. The objective is to deliver all-round consultancy services in communication, promotion and press office aimed at specialized and general publishing organizations. re.publique studies and manages tailor-made communication projects and strategies, accurately coordinated throughout their phases, both at conceptual and operational levels. Each strategy is built for the individual project or activity to communicate and targeted to different interlocutors. re.publique operates through the creation of an emotional dimension, which supports the project, the professional activity or the product and elaborates it into something different: an instrument able to communicate meanings. Claudia Gelosa mages and coordinates re.publique’s individually, working with a network of external collaborators from the worlds of architecture, design, social media and publishing.
activities
Creation of coordinated image, branding and art direction
Press office for architecture and fashion magazines, general magazines and local press
Social media marketing and communication
Planning, design and liaison of events, exhibitions, publishing activities
Planning, management and coordination of communication material
Production of multimedia contents and video footage for architecture and design publishing
Planning direct marketing activities and management of targeted mailing lists for various sectors
Media strategies and follow-up on written press, web, radio, TV
Research on styles, trends and innovating materials partners
Claudia Gelosa specialized in marketing and communication, Claudia has gained professional experience as a communication and advertising planning manager for various brands in the fashion, sportswear and accessories field at national and international levels. Since 2003 she has been actively committed to architecture communication, starting a career with Archea Associati where she was responsible for the press office and events liaison until 2005. Later she managed the press office for various architecture studios and firms as well as for exhibitions and events related to art and architecture. Since 2010 she teaches at IED in Florence, Fashion Communication Advertising and PR. work experience
From April 2015 to April 2018 Edra at the Salone del Mobile 2015-2016-2017-2018 Re.publique, managed press office activity and public relations during the fair, coordinating national and international media relations. work experience
From December 2017 Exhibition "Aurelio Amendola: Michelangelo, Digital Affreschi Digitali e Dintorni" Giannoni&Santoni
re.publique managed the organization, media relations and public relations for the Opening of the exhibition promoted by Giannoni & Santoni and Alberto Bartalini "Aurelio Amendola: Michelangelo, Affreschi Digitali e Dintorni" at the Accademia delle Arti del Disegno in Florence and at the Galleria von Hessenbeck in Florence during the 93rd edition of Pitti Uomo.
December 2017 - January 2018 Exhibition "Aurelio Amendola: Michelangelo, Digital Affreschi Digitali e Dintorni" Giannoni&Santoni re.publique managed the organization, media relations and public relations for the Opening of the exhibition promoted by Giannoni & Santoni and Alberto Bartalini "Aurelio Amendola: Michelangelo, Affreschi Digitali e Dintorni" at the Accademia delle Arti del Disegno in Florence and at the Galleria von Hessenbeck in Florence during the 93rd edition of Pitti Uomo. work experience
From November 2017 Minimal _ Materials for Architecture Re.publique handles for Minimal its national and international media relations and public relations, and manages the organization of workshops and meetings for architects . It also manages Minimal’s social media and communication strategy.
November 2017 Edra at the Triennale di Milano and Artissima 2017
Re.publique managed the organization and national media relations for the presentation of the book "Our Story, A Journey Through Beauty" by Edra at the Triennale di Milano and during the art fair Artissima in Turin. work experience
October 2017 Edra & AD Germania at the Neue Werkstätten space in Munich
Re.publique organized and managed international media relations for the presentation of Edra's book "Our Story, A Journey Through Beauty" at the Neue Werkstätten store in collaboration with the magazine AD Germany in Munich.
October 2017 Edra's 30th Anniversary
For Edra’ s 30th anniversary, re.publique was involved in the organization of the event for national and international media relations, for public relations and for coordinating the organization of the two special events held at Palazzo Gondi and at the Teatro della Pergola in Florence.
work experience
From March to July 2017 Edra book "Our Story, a Journey Through Beauty"
Re.publique assisted in the realization of the new book by Edra titled Our Story published by Skira managing "location scouting" for the photo sessions and public relations with the institutions for the selected spaces – Museums, Municipality of Florence, private organizations. re.publique was also responsible for recruiting the authors of the essays for the publication.
From June 2017 Giannoni & Santoni re.publique manages the develop of a communication strategy for Giannoni & Santoni, the Tuscan company specialized in artistic finishes. Re.publique is also responsible for the organization and promotion of Giannoni & Santoni's projects and social media strategy.
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April 2017 Edra with AD Italia for Francesco Binfarè at Vago in Milan
At the Fuorisalone, Edra with AD Italia featured Francesco Binfarè in a presentation of his new creations, the Pack sofa and the new Chiara armchair. Re.publique managed the national and international media relations, and the public relations during the event.
April 2017 D'Elite presented its new luxury collection Atelier during the Salone del Mobile and the new boutique in Via Manzoni in Milan.
Re.publique coordinated and handled the national and international media relations, the public relations and all the phases before and after the event.
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April 2017
3D Surface at the Archiproducts space in Zona Tortona
Re.publique managed the collaboration with the platform Archiportale and the national and international media relations of 3D Surface, the Tuscan company that presented its collections at the Fuorisalone and opened its new temporary showroom in Via Tortona, in collaboration with Archiproducts.
April 2017 Faf, Florence Architecture Foundation: Tuscan Architecture Award
For the Tuscan Architecture organized by the Regional Council, the Ordine degli Architetti di Firenze, Fondazione dell'Ordine degli Architetti di Firenze and Ance Toscana to advance the cause of quality architecture and the design culture, Re.publique coordinated and handled the national and international media relations and the public relations . work experience
From March 2017 to February 2018
D'elite Time for Bedding
Re.publique was selected to coordinate the communication for the Tuscan manufacturer D'elite, which produces exclusive bedding systems. Re.publique handles specifically targeted communication projects for the Tuscan brand, including the strategy for the national and international media, web and social media, along with the press relations and event organization.
September 2016 Chapman Taylor
Re.publique was commissioned to analyze and propose a communication strategy to develop media relations, with the aim of publicizing the projects and buildings by the architectural firm Chapman Taylor in Milan. For the firm, re.publique managed the national and international media relations, the public relations and the communication regarding Chapman Taylor's participation in conferences, lectures and conventions. Finally, re.publique was responsible for the opening of the new offices in Milan work experience
From June to November 2016 FAF inaugurates the cycle of Conferences "Concreto Creativo"
For the cycle of conferences "Concreto Creativo" organized by the Bosrd of Architects in Florence with MudeTo, focused on the collaborations between manufacturers and designers which have led to the realization of products of excellence made in Tuscany, re.publique was commissioned to handle the media and public relations, in addition to the promotion of the individual conferences, in collaboration with the featured companies – Martinelli Luce, Arketipo, Edra.
August 2016
EDRA at Casa Italia
For the 2016 Olympics in Rio di Janeiro, Edra furnished Casa Italia with a selection of products. Re.publique was responsible for the national and international press relations, and for public relations during the event. work experience
June 2016 Edra presents its new products for 2016 at Silvera in Paris
For Edra, re.publique managed the organization and promotion of the presentation at the Silvera showroom in Paris. Re.publique handled national and international media relations, and for the public relations.
May 2016 Chapman Taylor OPENS its new offices in Milan re.publique coordinated the organization for the Opening of the new Chapman Taylor space in Via Pietrasanta in Milan, following all the phases before and after the event and handling all the press relations and communication activities. work experience
April 2016 Edra furnishes the lounges of Foro Italico during Internazionali BNL d’Italia
During Internazionali BNL d’Italia, Edra was in charge to furnish the lounges of Foro Italico with some products of its collection. Re.publique, handles the press office activities, national and international, and took care of the public relations during the event.
April 2016
Edra at Vago Showroom
Re.publique has managed the coordination of the event and the public relations for the edra event al Vago Showroom with Francesco Binfarè and Giovanni Gastel during Salone del Mobile 2016. work experience
March 2016 Preview event 2016
Republique took care of the organization and the public relations for the press Preview Salone del Mobile 2016 at Edra headquarter.
September 2015 Microsoft House opening - Edra
republique collaborated with Microsoft italia for the opening of the new temporary Microsoft House in Milan for Edra. Re.publique took care of the press office activities and public relations for the temporary showroom dedicated to Windows 10 and Microsoft Surface. work experience
From September 2015 Flora Style
re.publique coordinates the communication strategy of the brand Flora Style, a company that aims to reinterpret bathroom components through research and innovation of made in Italy. re.publique handles the media strategy and the press office activities related to the brand and its communication.
September 2015 Stilwerk temporary gallery Hamburg - Edra
Re.publique was in charge of the organization and coordination of the press preview and of the Edra event at the opening of Stilwerk Temporary Design gallery in Hamburg. Re.publique also took care of the press office activities, national and international, and of the public relations. work experience
September 2015 Silvera Rue de l’Université Paris - Edra
Re.publique has organized and promoted the Edra event in Paris at Silvera Showroom during the Paris Design Week 2015. Re.publique also has managed the press office activities, national and international, and the public relations.
April 2015 Enzo Eusebi
Re.publique was commissioned to analyze and propose a communication strategy direct to a press office activity that aims to spread projects and realizations of Enzo Eusebi architect, owner of Nothing Studio. For the architect, re.publique takes care of the press office activities, national and international, of the public relations and of the communication relates to the participations of the architect Enzo Eusebi to the conferences, lectures, and conventions. Then, re.publique, has managed of the Opening of the pavilion “The Global Farm 2.0” at the Expo 2015 in Milan, realized by the architect Enzo Eusebi for the World Association of the Agronomist (WAA) and the National Council of the Italian Agronomist (CONAF) work experience
May 2015 La Fattoria Globale 2.0 - Opening Event
During Expo 2015 in Milan, re.publique took care of the opening of the pavilion “The Global Farm 2.0” a project of the architect Enzo Eusebi of Nothing Studio for the WAA and the CONAF. Re.publique has managed all the phases of pre and post event coordinating the of press office activities and communication and was in charge of the organization of the press preview and of the presentation of the pavilion.
April 2015 Opening of Palazzina Reale Ordine Architetti Firenze For the opening of the new Ordine and Fondazione Architetti of Firenze headquarter re.publique took care of the press office, national and trade magazines, and organized the press conference. re.publique also handled the public relations for the opening event of the Palazzina Reale. The historical building of the '30s designed by Gruppo Toscano led by Giovanni Michelucci, is the new cultural centre of the city and at the same time a point of reference for the promotion of the architecture. work experience
April 2015
Livingooh re.publique for Livingooh, the international e-commerce platform for product design and Made in Italy contract, organized the press office activities, national and international, and was responsible for public relations at Fuori Salone in Via Tortona in Milan for the event "Livingooh in Wonderland."
from 2015
Plasterego re.publique was in charge to develop a communication strategy for the brand that produces decorative items and special plaster elements. For the company, which aims to a target of architects and designers careful to the new trends, re.publique studied the coordinate and promotional image and developed a press and web campaign on the major architecture and design magazines as well as on the best portals and blogs of the design world. work experience
November 2014 CNA pratese - Casa del III Millennio 2014 For the 2014 edition of the event organized by CNA of Prato, re.publique was in charge of the press office activities, nationally and trade magazines. re.publique also developed a round table on “La Casa del III Millennio: beyond the object" focused on the opportunities of the global market, through the web culture, for the diffusion of quality products and the future of the craft business.
September 2014
Unica To re.publique was commissioned the organization of the presentation of the ceramic coatings collection at the SPAZIO360° store in collaboration with GAGGENAU. re.publique, for one of the leader in the ceramic industry, took care of the pre and post event, coordinating all the event organization, press office and communication activities for the presentation of the collection. work experience
September 2014
Musée d’Orsay - Edra re.publique, in collaboration with Edra and the Musée d'Orsay, took care of the event for the presentation of the chair “Nel Blu Dipinta di Blu", created by the artist Jacopo Foggini and Edra, that took place in the historic restaurant of the Parisian Museum, renovated for the occasion. re.publique coordinated all phases of pre and post event, the press office, national and international, activities and handled the public relations during the presentation.
May 2014
Clerkenwell design week - Edra re.publique was commissioned to take care of the communication, the press office (national and international) and the public relations for Edra during the Clerkenwell Design Week: For the exhibition/installation "From Art to Design", held during the manifestation at London's Crypt St John, in which were exposed iconic pieces made by Edra with the Campana Brothers. Re.publique also managed the communication of other 2 events during Clerkenwell Design Week: the exhibition "Into the blue, furniture masterpieces in blu cobalt" in Edra flagship store in London and for the Lecture of the Fratelli Campana "How art influences design” at Familoe Bulding. Finally re.publique helped the Campana Brothers during the meetings with the press. work experience
from 2014
Edra re.publique was commissioned for coordinating the communication of the Tuscan company that realizes high level furnitures. For Edra, re.publique has developed a all around communication strategy that consists of the press office management, national and international, advertising planning on architecture and design magazines and major websites. Re.publique takes care also of the organization and promotion, to retailers and shops, of presentations and events; as well as at fairs and design events.
Fuorisalone 2014
Iris ceramica
To re.publique was commissioned the organization of the exhibition, during the Fuorisalone 2014: "Unfolding black & white" curated by the Chinese architect Barrie Ho in collaboration with Iris Ceramica and FMG. re.publique, for one of the the leader in ceramic, took care of the pre and post event, coordinating the press office and communication activities, and organized the press preview at Superstudio for the presentation of the exhibition. work experience
from 2014
Luigi Fragola architects re.publique for Luigi Fragola architect has developed a communication strategy and a targeted press office activity aimed to spread the projects and the interior design realizations of the architect. His design activity is focused on residential house, restaurants and hospitality. re.publique for Luigi Fragola manages the relations with the press, drafts press releases and sets up publication material proposed to the magazines and national and international websites.
from 2013
www.justfordesigners.it re.publique was commissioned to develop a communications strategy for the start-up and the diffusion of www.justfordesigners.it, the first design store dedicated to architects and interior designers. The portal was created as a private access to a selection of the best products of International Design, a qualified purchasing channel and tools that facilitate the development of projects. For this innovative project, re.publique has studied and developed a web strategy on the main portal of architecture and design, as well as on the major social media. In collaboration with JUSTforDESIGNERS staff re.publique have identified the key communication elements of the portal and declined them as tools for the diffusion. Re.publique also took care of the web planning identifying a promotional strategy (banner, newsletter, Facebook ads) aimed to increasing awareness and engagement to the platform. work experience
from 2014 TOLETTA bagno retrospettivo Re.publique was commissioned to develop a branding and communication strategy for the new brand of young artisans. Toletta aims to revolutionize the concept of toilet, studying collections of unique pieces between retro and contemporary. re.publique takes care of the corporate identity by developing a promotional campaign on the major social media and web media. re.publique also manages the traditional press and web office. re.publique is also involved in the events organization for the Toletta’s space/atelier and in the coordination to the participation to exhibitions and industry events.
from 2013
Consorzio stabile GST re.publique takes care of the public relations, institutional events, content drafting for promotional material aimed to web diffusion, for the Consorzio Stabile GST of Florence, born in 2013. The Consorzio is a new organization, independent from the member companies . Among the partners of the Consorzio: Eurosicurezza s.r.l., MADE spa and Tecno-Costruzini s.r.l, GST aims to work both in the public and private sector. work experience
2013 Cooking Show floornature.com per Iris Ceramica e FMG
Organization and ideation of the culinary events during Cersaie 2013. re.publique in collaboration with the international portal of architecture Floornature.com, has created an innovative opportunity of meeting between architects and the companies of the Group: Iris Ceramica and FMG Fabbrica Marmi e Graniti. At the two events were present architects like Mario Cucinella Architects, Leonardo Projects, Giuseppe Tortato Architects, Luigi Strawberry and partners, Studio Lipparini and some journalists of architecture magazines.
2013 Floornature contest - Next Landmark
re.publique was commissioned by international architecture portal www.floornature.com to take care about the press office activities and the organization of the secretary for the launch of the second edition of the international contest of architecture Next Landmark. The results were published on the microsite contest.floornature.com after being announced at an event in webcast live on July 16th 2013, which was broadcast on the website contest.floornature.com. work experience
2013 del tongo machine
During the last edition of the Design Week in Milan 2013 re.publique organized the presentation event for the press of the Del Tongo Machine at Superstudio. In addition, re.publique managed the press office and public relations activity during the design week in Milan for the brand promotion. The Del Tongo installation , designed by Lab81, the young, award-winning creative agency, is a loop in which the audiovisual components of a kitchen serve as a trigger for a mechanical system synchronized, which tells virtually the path of building a synchronic kitchen, thus enhancing the know-how of a company in full swing.
2013 next landmark 2013 re.publique has realized the second edition of the architectural competition sponsored by the portal www.floornature.com and coordinated the press office activity. The contest was finalized through the on line award ceremony event in live streaming worldwide entirely organized and conceived by re.publique. (direction, contents, timing, storyboard production, script editing and coordination of all guests starring in the ceremony) http://contest.floornature.com/ work experience
2013 giuseppe tortato architetto re.publique has developed a communication strategy to promote the project research of Giuseppe Tortato and the activity with Milano Layout, the firm of which he is co-owner. re.publique also manages relations with the press, managing the editing of press releases and preparing material for publication proposals to magazines and websites nationally and internationally.
2012 la casa del III Millennio 2012
For the 2012 edition of the event organized by the CNA of Prato re.publique was in charge of the overall coordination and conception of the retrospective exhibition of the best prototypes developed over the years within the Textile Museum of Prato. re.publique also organized a round table on the theme "Design, Craft and Market" which was attended by designers, artisans and managers of important Italian department stores. http://www.lacasadelterzomillennio.it/ work experience
2012 AIACE srl engineering company Working in collaboration with the engineering firm in Milan, re.publique has analyzed the concept and the identity of the projects, its language, and the "public" reference, to propose a real strategy of targeted communication. re.publique on behalf of Aiace manages relations with the press managing the press releases editing and the preparation of the material, organizing press preview and promoting the activities of the nationwide study.
2012 bugetti loving living re.publique is responsible for communication of Bugetti Loving Living, the showroom of Prato designed as a real tailored home, luxurious and technological, but above all a turnkey basis. In addition to following the press office and public relations, re.publique contributes to the creation and organization of events aimed mainly to insiders, professionals, architects and designers. work experience
2012 floornature contest - next landmark re.publique was commissioned by the International architecture portal www.floornature.com to organize the first edition of the architecture contest Next Landmark and to manage the press office activity for it's launch and promotion. During the opening of the XIII Biennale of Architecture in Venice, re.publique has conceived and organized the award ceremony of the winning projects.
2012 castelli design contest For the italian historic design brand, re.publique conceived and managed the "Castelli Design Contest," a competition for young designers to revive the brand's relationship with the designers. re.publique was responsible for the conception and organization of the competition as well as all relations with the entities involved. The competition was finalized with a presentation/event and exhibition at Castelli's showroom in Milan entrely organized and conceived by re.publique. work experience
since 2011 dieci rosso re.publique has partnered with the Florentine "architecture workshop" DIECI ROSSO contributing to the communication of the innovative concept of this multi-brand space aimed at professionals of the world of architecture and design. In addition to following the press office and public relations of Dieci Rosso, re.publique contributes to the creation and organization of events characterized by "emotional" fittings involving partner companies and addressed to experts, professionals, architects and designers.
2012 .. 2013 castelli re.publique is responsible for all press office and communication activities involved in the "return" of the historic Italian design brand through a strategy that, in addition to the activity of press office and advertising planning, envisages the creation of a series of activities that increase visibility and contributes to the revival of the brand. On behalf of Castelli, re.publique organized the press conference for the revival of the Italian brand held in the showroom in Milan and staging the event in Milan Fuorisalone 2012. work experience
since 2011 haworth italia re.publique has managed for two years all press activities of the Italian branch of the world's leader in design and manufacture of integrated, versatile and sustainable work environments. In addition to promoting to the trade press the extensive Haworth catalog and its design philosophy, oriented to sustainability and the study of new working styles, re.publique has enhanced the recognizability of the group's two italian brands: Castelli and Comforto. To meet the demand of the company to open to web communication re.publique has developed a targeted media planning on major Italian architecture and design web sites and portals.
since 2011 3D surface re.publique is in charge of the development of the communication strategy for the new brand that produces three-dimensional decorative plaster walls. For the young company, which aims to a target of architects and designers attentive to new trends, re.publique managed a new promotional image developing an advertising campaign promoted on major architecture and design magazines, web sites and social networks. Re.publique is also in charge of promotion and organization of 3D Surface's partecipation to major architecture and design t trade fairs such as Maison&Object, MADE Expo and the Milan Design week. work experience
2011 .. 2012 gruppo lape re.publique was hired to manage all press office activities for the companies of the Lape Group, Italian leader in the production and marketing of insulation for the construction industry _ Lape, Termolan, Akiba, Ambrotecno_ re.publique is also involved in preparing the contents of all promotional materials - brochures, house organs, sites, advertorials - addressing a target of building professionals, from designers to contractors up to technicians applicators.
since 2011 cortexa - ETICS italian association re.publique was in charge of the press office, writing content material promotional and public relations for Cortexa, created with the aim of spreading information regarding the insulation system among the players of the construction industry and beyond. The activity of re.publique, in addition to the press office addressed to specific and generalist press, aims to increase the authority of Cortexa in architecture and building and raise awareness of the end user towards the use of integrated insulation systems. work experience
2010 mocak cracovia re.publique as the press office of architect Claudio Nardi contributed to the organization of the opening event of Mocak, the new Museum of Contemporary Art in Krakow realized in the old Schindler factory. re.publique, in collaboration with the press office of the museum has organized an international press conference of presentation of the new building designed by Claudio Nardi and the exhibition "Claudio Nardi - Architecture for sensitive Lives" dedicated to the work of the Florentine architect, set up at the Museum during it's opening.
2010 expo shanghai 2010 - DVD re.publique has produced an exclusive DVD based on Shanghai Expo 2010 for the architecture portal www.floornature.com. A journey through the most iconic halls, textures and materials that characterize the world's most expensive exhibition in history. Four videos to tell how the 192 exhibitors and 50 invited international organizations have shared, through architecture, its vision of the future on the theme "Better City, Better Life": a better city for a better life. The DVD has been used for a promotional activity of the portal www.floornature.com that involved sending free dvd's for new members of the community. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHOzl1FQLGg work experience
2010 architects meet in fuoribiennale re.publique has created the parallel event to the thirtieth edition of the Biennale of Architecture in Venice to present the world's under-35 architecture reconnaissance promoted by well-known critic Luigi Prestineza Puglisi. The event, which was held in the eighteenth century Palazzo Widmann, was conceived as an informal round table panel which was attended by over 200 architects from all over the world and was the occasion also to present the book "Worldwide Architecture "published by UTET and all winners of the competition" Young Italian Architects' organized by PresS / Tfactory.
2010 tanini lavori re.publique as responsible for the promotion the italian company Giulio Tanini, contract division. It's communication activity was targeted to Italian architecture and engineering firms through focus groups and direct contact involving more than 300 professionals. re.publique was also in charge of the organization of the prize trip for the 10 most active firms in Florence to visit Shanghai Expo 2010, realizing an itinerary of contemporary architecture in the city. work experience
2009 .. 2010
costa and partners re.publique has been entrusted with following the national and international press office as well as the promotional strategies of the Rome-based studio, with branches in Dubai, Moscow and Tripoli. The objective of the press office, which focuses on specialized, general and mostly economics magazines and papers is to promote the studio, which thanks to its Anglo-Saxon set-up, can present itself as a unique entity in Italy and aims at a more international scope of action. re.publique also handles the studio’s external relations in order to get the staff and partners involved in conferences, trade exhibitions and presentations in cultural fields.
since 2009
agnese mazzei architetti re.publique has been in charge of developing the image, communication and press office of Agnese Mazzei Architecture Studio. The studio specialises in the creation of wine cellars and space as well as luxury housing and resorts. re.publique works side by side with Agnese Mazzei in her intense cultural and architectural activity that aims at promoting the territory and the culture of wine.
re.publique s.r.l. . via baccio bandinelli 34r . 50142 firenze italy . t +39.055.5277588 . www.republique.it . [email protected] work experience
2009 .. 2010
GiulioTaniniMaterials re.publique manages the communication for the new showroom of Via Tortona, Milan, which is dedicated to coating materials and surfaces. From the development of the concept of space intended as place of research and meeting between designers and specialised technicians, to the organisation of the inauguration, re.publique follows the promotion of the space shared by professionals of the sector and the press office focusing on specialised and general magazines.
2009 Impruneta terracotta between tradition and innovation re.publique was entrusted with organizing, promoting and following press office activities for the closing event of the celebrations organised to commemorate 700 years of Impruneta terracotta. Besides a seminar on the use of terracotta in art, architecture and garden decorations, the event was the opportunity for all main producers of Impruneta terracotta pottery to meet again and commemorate the bill of commitment dated 1309, by signing a new deed of co-operation which would unite them in their constant search for excellence. work experience
2009/2011 la casa del III Millennio
For the 2009 edition of the event organized by CNA of Prato and dedicated to sustainability, re.publique was in charge of general liaison and communication, working in close collaboration with both curators Salvatore Re and Dutch Architect Frits van Dongen. Activities ranged from organizing a competition of ideas, which resulted in selecting and displaying 12 winning projects, to coordinating the workshop for the realization of the prototypes, which involved no fewer than 50 companies, including the actual fitting of the exhibition space and organizing side events. re.publique followed all the phases of the event including the press office and the catalogue.
2009/2010
ArchitectsParty re.publique organized the tour of aperitif gatherings in architecture studios of Florence, Milan and Perugia in collaboration with Campari and the publishing group DDN. The initiative aims at transforming work places of professionals in meeting points and planning evening functions during which design, architecture, furniture and furnishings operators and enthusiasts could meet in a new way to encourage exchange between companies and designers. The press office and promotional activity carried out by re.publique arose a huge interest at national level, so much so that the 2010 edition involves 7 Italian cities (Roma, Milano, Firenze, Catania, Torino, Padova, Bari) fin several events over 6 months. work experience
since 2009
floornature.com web tv re.publique has been entrusted with planning the broadcast programming of a web TV newly-launched by international architecture portal www.floornature.com, including the production of video-interviews of architects, to be published every month by the website. For fn.tv re.publique also produces thematic videos on contemporary architecture, filming buildings from the most notable architects worldwide, creating architecture itineraries and video focuses on international cities. re.publique can rely on its own network of international contacts, all with the necessary skills to set up an editorial team capable of delivering high level contents and ensuring quality production. http://www.floornature.com/fn_tv.php
since 2009 salvatore re architects re.publique has been entrusted with coordinating and developing the communication of the studio Salvatore Re Architects of Pisa, through the study of a new coordinated image and constant press office activities. re.publique also promotes the activity and projects of the studio in national and international specialized press as well as with institutions and operators. re.publique designs and produces all the communication material. work experience
2008 .. 2011 ex.t bathroom collection working in collaboration with Studio 63 architecture+design, which was in charge of design and art direction, re.publique followed the communication of the new brand of the DEX Group, which already produces the Devon & Devon bathroom collection. Together they created the image, the names of the product ranges, giving the brand communication a contemporary appeal. re.publique was responsible for launching the brand during presentations held at the Milan Furniture Exhibition and Bologna Cersaie. re.publique is also in charge of the media strategy in specialized and general press and manages the activities of the press office dedicated to the brand and its communication.
2008 .. 2009
WBA and WCA workshops re.publique followed the promotion and press office for the workshops organized in Florence by AND magazine with Martin Haas of Bennish Architecten and Mario Cucinella. Activities included publishing admission conditions on specialized magazines, web sites, universities and orders of professionals as well press office activities with specialized magazines and local press. work experience
2006 .. 2008
ARX architecture and design re.publique followed the activities of the press office for this young Florence studio headed by architect Paolo di Nardo. It contributed to establishing the image of the studio within the national and international architecture panorama. For the opening of the university campus and car park complex of Piazza Alberti in Florence, re.publique organised a press review aimed at specialised journalists, leading to publications in major international magazines.
2007/ 2008 casa del III millennio Working on behalf of Archea Associati, re.publique was in charge of liaising the whole exhibition project commissioned by CNA (artisan and small business association) of Prato, aiming at promoting the work of local craftsmen operating in the furniture and design sector. For both editions of the event, re.publique was responsible for the press office, succeeding in arising growing interest at both local and national levels. work experience
2006
5+1 AA For the Genoa-based architect firm, re.publique followed the press office for “5hearts+1form magical realism”, an exhibition on the work of the studio through photographs by Ernesta Caviola and models by Daniele Trogu held at Whitechapel Gallery in London. re.publique handled press releases and their publication on national and international press. re.publique also designed all the exhibition communication material and catalogue.
2005 .. 2008 AND architecture magazine re.publique helped restyle the magazine, which was originally published at university level, contributing to the new format and contents. In order to facilitate the distribution of the magazine at national level and increase its advertising potential, re.publique set up a business apparatus, created a coordinated communication image and targeted publication. It also designed and supervised the construction of the website. re.publique followed the activities of the press and PR office aiming at supporting the initiatives organised under the patronage of the magazine, such as annual conferences with world-renowned architects at Palazzo Vecchio of Florence, exhibitions and launching of the Artisti18 exhibition space, which is home to the magazine and where architecture aperitif gatherings are held on a monthly basis. work experience
2005 triennale architetti firenze re.publique coordinated all the communication activities for the event organised by the Florence architects Council: designing the graphics for the promotion material to raise funds for the competition, informing local communities on the initiative, which included displays in major squares in town. re.publique also followed the press office of the event, drawing up a press release, organising a press conference and publishing news on major specialised and general newspapers and magazines.
since 2005 claudio nardi architects Working in close collaboration with the architect, re.publique Comunicazione d'Architettura analysed the philosophy of the practice, the concept and identity of the projects, the language of the architect to design a true and proper targeted communication strategy. re.publique handles relations with the press, editing press releases and material for publication, organising presentation meetings with journalists and promoting the activities of the studio at national and international level.