2013
In her 2013 book Avant-gardes sonores en architecture, published by Les presses du réel, Carlotta Darò examines the historical and theoretical intersection of sound and architectural space. She positions Max Neuhaus as a central figure in the 20th-century shift toward treating sound as a fundamental architectural "material".
Darò explores how sound transitioned from a technical problem (acoustics) to an aesthetic and structural element. Neuhaus is cited for his role in defining "sound installation" as a spatial discipline rather than a musical one.
The book discusses Neuhaus’s ability to "build" spaces without physical walls. His installations, such as Times Square, are analyzed as invisible volumes that redefine the listener's perception of urban boundaries.
Darò traces the lineage of Neuhaus’s work back to early 20th-century avant-gardes and scientific research in acoustics, showing how he merged engineering precision with artistic intent to create "resonant" environments.