Another form of small building type that has certainly survived
antiquity are the balconies and street furniture throughout the
ancient cities of Italy. Siena in particular reflects this building
type in their restaurants, cafes and any additional lifestyle and
entertainment venues layed out in the piazzas and popular
sqaures. The function of this small building type is clearly
identified as a means of leisure, to see and be seen.
Although not quite adaptable to the increasing population
and possible capacity of their respected venues, these
small buildings types still perform their purpose at their best
even after hundreds of years.
Endri Hoxha
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