Field Perception addresses the pressing issue of air, one of the most critical elements facing global environmental crises. Often perceived as an invisible, intangible layer surrounding us, air is undergoing rapid degradation, affecting its composition, density, and dynamics. The project investigates how we can understand these drastic changes and recognize the environmental impact of human actions. By examining the relationship between air and landscape design, it explores the potential of air monitoring as a tool to mitigate this crisis and raise awareness.

Landscape of Sensors
Air monitoring sensors are crucial devices used to measure and analyze the quality of air in various environments. These sensors detect pollutants providing real-time data on air pollution levels. This part looks at understanding the different kinds of sensors that already exist

Critical Analysis
This phase focuses on studying Po valley, a region known for significant air quality anomalies. The objective is to understand the areas with critical issues and analyze the current air monitoring systems in place to identify gaps and inefficiencies in the current monitoring process.

Field of irregularities
The critical analysis of Po Valley reveals fields of high environmental anomalies. These areas exhibit elevated levels of pollutants and irregularities in air quality. These zones pinpoint regions requiring immediate attention, intervention and remediation of the ecosystem.


Toolbox Development
The monitoring devices design toolbox which is a key outcome of the project is a versatile collection of tools tailored for environmental assessment across various land uses. This is designed to continuously monitor air quality and transmit data to an observatory. Its modular and adaptable design allows it to be seamlessly integrated into urban, agricultural, industrial, and natural landscapes


Imagining spaces
Imagining spaces with the toolbox of monitoring devices transforming how one perceives and interacts with monitored landscapes. Monitoring stations are designed to integrate with the landscape, accommodating the unique functions and needs of each site. This comprehensive approach enhances our ability to manage and protect these spaces and fosters a deeper connection between people and their environments.


This project seeks to bridge the gap between air monitoring and landscape architecture by offering solutions that not only track air quality but also integrate into public spaces, continuously raising awareness about the importance of monitoring our environment.
Field Perception
Student Names: Arya Arun (India), Abhinand Krishnakumar Menon (India), Anette del Pilar Vega Tamayo (Peru), Mahdieh Ahmadlou (Iran), Hao Yueru (China);
University: Politecnico di Milano
Program: Landscape Architecture, Land Landscape Heritage
Supervisors: Francesco Garofalo, Chiara Geroldi, Ludovica Barcucci, Camila Katich, Konstantinos Venis;
University: Politecnico di Milano
Program: Landscape Architecture, Land Landscape Heritage