In recent decades, the Alps have become a testing ground for new architectural forms in cultural spaces where tradition and innovation can coexist. The cases selected for this review show a variety of buildings hosting and fostering diverse cultural experiences: from libraries, which often take on the role of intergenerational social hubs, to cultural centres whose versatility allows them to adapt to different contexts and needs. Finally, several music venues were chosen, ranging from music schools to music pavilions, where architectural experimentation intertwines the social and communal value of music with flexible, adaptable spaces capable of accommodating a wide range of experiences.
