The building in Via De Castillia, in the heart of the Isola District and on the edge of the Parco dei Alberi Park, is a space-container for cultural events, which also houses offices and workshops for associations and artisans already operating in the neighborhood.

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The new building aspires to be a connecting element between the city and the new park, paying great attention to those spaces that mostly perform the function of mediation between inside and outside: in particular, the entrance vestibule and the steps on the south front , covered by a cantilevered roof, which projects the large hall on the first floor towards the park.

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The simplicity of the forms and the uniformity of the coating further emphasize the role of these access / connection points, marked by large windows. The adoption of a lean language and materials such as expanded metal and steel are at the same time a reference to the previous industrial destination of the area.

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Regarding the plant aspects, the chosen air conditioning system involves the use of heat pumps, integrated with solar and photovoltaic panels, with the aim of creating an energy self-sufficient building.

> Location

   Milan, Italy

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> Client

 Fondo Porta

Nuova Isola

   

> Period

   2007 - 2011

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> Architectural design

Stefano Boeri Architetti