Alvisi Kirimoto is an architectural studio based in Rome, founded in 2002 by Massimo Alvisi and Junko Kirimoto. The firm is recognized for merging Italian and Japanese sensibilities in its design approach, focusing on methodological rigor and experimentation. Over two decades, Alvisi Kirimoto has delivered projects in architecture, interior design, urban planning, and product design, frequently engaging with themes such as urban regeneration and the restoration of heritage sites.
The studio’s portfolio includes projects in Italy and abroad, with substantial interventions in public and cultural spaces. Notable recent work includes the redevelopment of the visitor experience at Rome’s Basilica di Massenzio, commissioned by the Parco archeologico del Colosseo. The project covers 5000 square meters, introducing a 500-square-meter modular stage, new flooring, and digital totems to improve public outreach while maintaining respect for the historic environment. Other examples include the design of artist residences overlooking the Colosseum, affordable housing in Barletta, and the Franco Corelli Academy of Music in Camerino.
Alvisi Kirimoto has been recognized with awards such as the Architecture Masterprize 2023 and an honorable mention at the EU Mies van der Rohe Award 2021. Their practice balances collective and artistic dimensions, with Massimo leading on urban strategies and Junko concentrating on detail and minimalism. They emphasize sustainability and context-specific solutions, adapting each project to both contemporary needs and the character of its setting.