Nanda Vigo was an Italian artist and architect known for her innovative work with light. Born in 1936, she explored the boundaries of perception and spatial experience through her installations and architectural designs.
Vigo was fascinated by the transformative power of light and its ability to shape our understanding of space. She experimented with various materials and technologies to create ethereal environments that engaged viewers on both a visual and emotional level.
One of Vigo's notable works was the "Alfabeto luminoso" (Luminous Alphabet) series, where she constructed modular light structures that resembled letters of the alphabet. These luminous sculptures could be rearranged and combined to form words and sentences, enabling viewers to interact and engage with the artwork.
In addition to her sculptural works, Vigo also applied her expertise in light to architectural projects. She collaborated with renowned architects and designers, creating immersive lighting installations for public spaces and buildings. Her architectural designs incorporated light as an integral element, shaping the atmosphere and enhancing the overall experience of the space.
Nanda Vigo's work with light pushed the boundaries of art and design, blurring the lines between sculpture, architecture, and immersive environments. Her innovative use of light continues to inspire artists and designers, leaving a lasting impact on the field of contemporary art.
Vigo designed several mesmerizing, art-filled residential interiors during the 1970s, such as the house created for art collector Giobatta Meneguzzo in the town of Malo. While the house was designed by Gio Ponti in 1964, the interior design was entrusted to Vigo
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Since the early 1980s, Vigo has continued to exhibit all around the world and participate in important cultural events, such as Venice's 40th Biennale in 1982, and since 2006 her work has been in the permanent collection of the Triennale Design Museum.