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We use scientific research on plants to craft design solutions that improve and transform the spaces we live in

We believe in a new way of engaging with nature, where cooperation is key to creating projects that are both sustainable and transformative. We chart new horizons, redefining the balance between nature and the built environment.

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We Design with Nature: A New Approach to Sustainability

We use nature as a driver of change, placing plants and their processes at the heart of every project, from individual products to urban scala soutions, to enhance well-being and create a positive environmental impact.

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Nature based Architecture

We integrate architecture and nature by creating solutions that promote human well-being and reduce environmental impact. Combining biophilic design principles with sustainable innovation, we aim to build a more balanced and responsible future.

Environmental Monitoring

We track the ecological footprint of our actions by using trees as sentinels. Our projects are science-driven, providing scalable and reliable data through advanced technological solutions.

Green and Blue

We design landscapes that foster biodiversity and well-being in both urban and natural contexts. Our commitment is to improve quality of life and conserve ecosystems, paving the way for new models of development and sustainability that generate a positive impact.

Biophilic Design

We promote reconnection with nature, placing the individual at the center. Our designs transform ideas into products, systems, or spaces that harness the benefits plants bring to our health and way of life.

Scientific and Visual Research

We combine data analysis and advanced methodologies to explore environmental challenges and identify optimal solutions. We also leverage art and visual research to interpret, communicate, and raise awareness about environmental issues. Our approach blends scientific precision with artistic expression to create a rich and multidimensional dialogue.

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Plant technology stands at the very core of our air depuration system

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04/06/2025

Fabbrica dell’Aria su RAI 5

La Biennale Architettura che si svolge fino al 23 novembre presso le sedi di Giardini, Arsenale, e in tutto il centro storico di Venezia: la racconta lo Speciale di “Save The Date”, in onda venerdì 30 maggio alle 19.10 in prima visione su Rai 5. Il programma, in compagnia del presidente di Biennale Venezia Pietrangelo Buttafuoco, e del curatore l’architetto e ingegnere Carlo Ratti, va alla scoperta della 19^ Mostra internazionale di Architettura, che quest’anno ha come titolo “Intelligens. Natural. Artificial. Collective”: un invito alla collaborazione tra diversi tipi di intelligenza per ripensare l’ambiente costruito. Intelligens, contenente la parola latina gens, suggerisce – inoltre – la possibilità di sperimentare oltre i limiti dell’Intelligenza Artificiale e delle tecnologie digitali.

All’interno delle Corderie dell’Arsenale, uno dei luoghi più iconici della Biennale Architettura 2025 , si trova il Padiglione Fabbrica dell’Aria di Pnat. Al suo interno nasce Fabbrica dell’Aria, il primo depuratore botanico al mondo certificato per eliminare gli inquinanti atmosferici attraverso l’azione delle piante. Il padiglione è un vero esperimento scientifico: i dati sulla qualità dell’aria purificata vengono raccolti e confrontati in tempo reale con quelli dell’ambiente circostante delle Corderie.

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The Biennale Architettura, which runs until Nov. 23 at venues in the Giardini, Arsenale, and throughout the historic center of Venice: it is recounted in the Special of “Save The Date,” airing Friday, May 30, at 7:10 p.m. in prime time on Rai 5. The program, in the company of Biennale Venezia President Pietrangelo Buttafuoco, and curator the architect and engineer Carlo Ratti, goes on a discovery of the 19th International Architecture Exhibition, which this year is titled “Intelligens. Natural. Artificial. Collective”: an invitation to collaboration between different types of intelligence to rethink the built environment. Intelligens, containing the Latin word gens, suggests – in addition – the possibility of experimenting beyond the limits of Artificial Intelligence and digital technologies.

Inside the Corderie dell’Arsenale, one of the most iconic locations of the Architecture Biennale 2025 , is Pnat’s Fabbrica dell’Aria Pavilion. Inside it is born Air Factory, the world’s first botanical purifier certified to remove air pollutants through the action of plants. The pavilion is a true scientific experiment: data on the quality of the purified air is collected and compared in real time with that of the surrounding environment of the Corderie.

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30/05/2025

Padiglione Fabbrica dell’Aria alla Biennale di Architettura di Venezia

All’interno delle Corderie dell’Arsenale, uno dei luoghi più iconici della @labiennale Architettura 2025 curata da @crassociati , si trova il #FabbricaDellAriaPavilion di @pnat_project e @sonostefanomancuso .
La struttura in acciaio sagomato a freddo di @ottagono.design rivestita dai pannelli naturali in fibra di riso di @ricehouse.it disegna un volume monolitico e materico. Al suo interno nasce Fabbrica dell’Aria, il primo depuratore botanico al mondo certificato per eliminare gli inquinanti atmosferici attraverso l’azione delle piante.
Il padiglione è un vero esperimento scientifico: i dati sulla qualità dell’aria purificata vengono raccolti e confrontati in tempo reale con quelli dell’ambiente circostante delle Corderie.
Vieni a respirare aria pulita. E scopri come le piante possano integrarsi con sistemi tecnologici per migliorare gli spazi in cui viviamo.

Inside the historic Corderie dell’Arsenale — one of the most iconic spaces of @labiennale Architettura 2025 curated by @crassociati — you’ll find the #FabbricaDellAriaPavilion by @pnat_project and @sonostefanomancuso.
The cold-formed steel structure by @ottagono.design, clad with natural lime and rice husk panels by @ricehouse.it, creates a monolithic, tactile volume. Inside, Fabbrica dell’Aria comes to life — the world’s first certified botanical air purifier, which removes atmospheric pollutants through the natural action of plants.
This pavilion is a true scientific experiment: air quality data is collected and compared in real time with that of the surrounding environment inside the Corderie.

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17/02/2025

Pnat at the 19th Venice Architecture Biennale

On Tuesday, the 19th International Architecture Exhibition of the Venice Biennale was officially presented. Curated by Carlo Ratti, the exhibition is titled “Intelligens. Natural. Artificial. Collective.”

PNAT will have a pavilion within the Corderie dell’Arsenale, where it will showcase its transdisciplinary approach to design—interweaving science and creativity to transform nature into an ally and demonstrate how plant intelligence can drive a new model of sustainability.

The Biennale will be open from May 10 to November 23, 2025.
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