This building is part of the Porta Nuova urban renewal project in the heart of Milan. It has an area of about 22,500 square metres distributed over five stories and a ground floor for an overall height of 26 metres, in contrast with the general plan which calls for much taller buildings. The commercial portion is contained along a portico on ground level, while the five upper levels are for offices. The simple and sinuous form of the building articulates and integrates two volumes in a single element distinguished by a deep central fissure. The two façades are treated differently: the one facing north is characterized by large windows, while the curved southern façade is protected by a system of sun blinds. The building, incorporates a system of internal courtyards with coloured walls.
© Andrea Martiradonna
Invited competition, 1st prize
Milan, Italy
2006 /2013 – Built
Client: Hines Italia SGR S.p.a.
Built area: 22.500 sqm
Offices
The sinuous form of the building dialogues with the new taller structures nearby and the lower of the historic city.
The building, extended for about 140 meters, is perforated by a system of internal patios characterized by large coloured walls.
This building, on Piazza Gae Aulenti, is part of the Porta Nuova urban renewal project in the heart of Milan.
The façade facing north is characterized by large windows walls.
The curved southern façade is protected by a system of louvers that lend it rhythm.