A bittersweet farewell to the experience of a lifetime.
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My project acknowledges reuse, and focuses on opening up the enclosed courtyard and introducing green space that would allow pedestrians to move through and explore the surrounding context, which include the old slaughterhouse, a portion of Rome's ancient Aurelian walls, and more.
Read MoreI spend a lot of time daydreaming about beautiful places, and gardens are probably some of the most magical places that come to mind. When our class took a day trip to Tivoli last week, I couldn't contain my excitement as I pranced around gardens drooling at the view at every crevice of this water-filled and flawlessly landscaped city.
Read MoreSome of the greatest preserved treasures from good old ancient Roman times of gladiator battles and victory marches on chariots. For the Romans, it was go big or go home.
Read MoreThese past two weeks our class went on little fieldtrips to different part of Rome, visiting archaeological sites, ancient landfills, the famous Roman aqueducts, and a former power station-turned-museum. I love being able to learn history standing at the exact place history was made.
Read MoreEscaping to the uncontaminated countryside was a much needed break from the daily hustle and bustle of city life. A breath of fresh air. A hike on a sunny day. A vista of rolling green hills. A taste of village life. These are the moments that have me pinching myself.
Read MoreWalking through the streets and charming little alleyways, I feel like I'm in a movie. I can't believe it's actually happening. Here's a blog post diary entry journaling my first week living la dolce vita.
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