The Spazio Vivo Mobile Kitchen Unit, designed by Virgilio Forchiassin in 1968 and manufactured by Snaidero, Italy, is a testament to forward-thinking design. This compact, hinged kitchen, mounted on castors, redefined kitchen architecture by incorporating:

• A fully integrated cooking station, including a stove and a small refrigerator.
• A pull-out cutting board, enhancing functionality in limited spaces.
• Innovative storage solutions offer surprising capacity in a minimalist design.

Featured in MoMA’s 1972 exhibition, “Italy: The New Domestic Landscape,” Spazio Vivo was celebrated for its flexibility and innovative approach to modern living. It challenged traditional kitchen norms, embracing a more casual and adaptable lifestyle.

Even Time magazine acknowledged its cultural significance, describing it as a “substantive critique” of conventional family structures in Italy, where the kitchen was traditionally seen as a sacred domestic space.

Snaidero’s commitment to design innovation

Snaidero’s presence in MoMA’s prestigious Architecture and Design Collection highlights its pioneering role in reimagining kitchen spaces. The MoMA Collection reflects Snaidero’s philosophy of fusing Italian craftsmanship, functionality, and modern aesthetics to create kitchens that transcend time.

Spazio Vivo was more than a kitchen; it was a vision of the future, blending steel, plastic laminate, and plywood into a dynamic, mobile cooking unit that revolutionized how we perceive kitchen spaces.

Experience Timeless Italian Design with Snaidero America The MoMA Collection showcases Snaidero’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of kitchen architecture. Today, that passion continues with customizable, innovative designs that fit contemporary lifestyles.