Rediscovered verticality: silos as a canvas for the contemporary

Industrial silos, originally storage structures, have become symbols of modernity, architecture, and urban identity. Their verticality and modularity convey both functional efficiency and monumental presence. Today, silos play a key role in industrial heritage debates, where adaptive reuse raises questions of memory, community engagement, and market pressures. This study analyzes international case studies, with a focus on Milan’s Armani/Silos Museum, exploring how conservation, innovation, and cultural narratives intersect. Findings show that silos serve as multidimensional heritage platforms, balancing historical memory, social participation, and economic dynamics, offering insights for sustainable and culturally meaningful urban reuse