Monticelli Health Park The Monticelli neighborhood was designed according to rationalist principles, but implementation has not fully respected these theories, generating spatial fragmentation and social degradation.The intervention area of about 6.3 hectares is bordered to the south by the Tronto River and to the north by large residential complexes. It includes sports areas, children's playgrounds, a dog area, derelict areas, a recreational club and a worship building. In terms of accessibility, the private car is the predominant means of transportation, while public transportation is limited, and a bicycle and pedestrian path is the only infrastructure to make use of the green areas.The area...
Restoration of the gardens of the Napoleonic Villas For ten months, from spring 1814 to February 1815, Napoleon Bonaparte was exiled on the island of Elba. In Portoferraio, the town he chose as his capital, he owned two main residences: the Palazzina dei Mulini and the Villa San Martino, respectively the public and private residences of the exiled emperor. The project involves the redevelopment of the gardens pertaining to the Palazzina dei Mulini, located at the top of the defensive walls of Portoferraio, and the park of Villa San Martino, located in a small valley not far from the town.PALAZZINA DEI MULINIAt the time of his arrival on...
The Garden of St. Francis The project is part of a series of interventions developed around the theme of Nature and the enhancement of the historical, artistic and spiritual heritage of the Monumental Complex of Santa Croce in Florence, the world's largest Franciscan church, aimed at developing and increasing the usability of some parts of the complex.The project consists of the realization, in the apsidal yard, of a botanical exhibition that tells the story of the garden of St. Francis, and in particular the uniqueness of the Saint's thought with respect to the plant world, made with botanical species dear to him.The display is enriched...
Redevelopment of Walther-Bringolf-Platz in Schaffhausen The main challenge in redesigning Piazza Walther Bringolf was to integrate the historical heritage, the complex urban structure, and the new needs of the citizens with a sustainability-focused approach. After careful analysis, we decided to address these aspects with a clear and straightforward plan.Connection to the Urban Context:The square will harmonize stylistically with the surrounding streets and squares. For this reason, we will retain the quartz stone paving as a structural element within the intervention area.Visual Impact and Identity:To meet both climate and population needs while giving the square a strong visual identity, a circular gravel surface will be created....
Creative Hangars Livorno The redevelopment project "Hangar Creativi di Livorno" for the area between Via C. Meyer, Via dei Cavalleggeri, and San J. in Acquavia places public space at the heart of the initiative, aiming to make it the focal point of a renewed urban connection.The project continues the existing urban fabric, enhancing its landscape character and creating a direct relational axis between the historic Villa Mimbelli and the seafront, one of Livorno's most iconic locations, thereby helping to establish the area as a vibrant cultural and artistic hub.The park has been designed as a multifunctional green space, capable of hosting events in...
Source of Life Garden Source of Life Garden : this is the theme of the 33rd edition of the International Garden Festival promoted by the Chaumont-sur-Loire Estate.The garden is the place of the living world, a complex ecosystem in which the elements interact with one another. The garden is an essential actor of vitality, dynamism and energy to be preserved and enhanced.Starting from the basic concept that nature is our home, the garden becomes our temple. To celebrate this thought, our garden is inspired by the divine architecture and architectural perfection - the Pantheon!The image of the temple is recreated in its layout through...
