Bocconi University · Milan, Italy

The directors of the firm have said of the building: “It is an architectural opportunity and a window to Milan, a memorable image to confirm the important cultural contribution that the Bocconi University plays in the life of the city.” The cantilevered design suspends offices over underground student accommodation, with a facade of angular volumes that jut out in different directions. Sharp, sculptural lines, rectilinear planes, and dramatic geometry define the building’s exterior, which is constructed from gray stone. It is expressionist architecture that looks dense, austere, and effortless all at once. The images below were captured by London-based photographer Lorenzo Zandri, who is known for his considered approach to documenting the built environment.