ABDR and Atelier(s) Femia Win Competitions for Istat and Zecca in Rome
The conclusion of two architectural contests in Rome suggests a possible change, despite the city's slow progress. The Città della Statistica competition for Istat's new headquarters was won by ABDR Architetti Associati, in collaboration with Valle Progettazione, Proger, and Manens Tifs. This site is part of the Sistema Direzionale Orientale, located near Tiburtina station. Established in 1982 by Maria Laura Arlotti, Michele Beccu, Paolo Desideri, and Filippo Raimondo, ABDR previously designed the Roma Tiburtina station in 2011. Their proposal includes two above-ground structures, two underground levels, and a spacious piazza/parco, with final designs expected this year. Additionally, Atelier(s) Femia secured the restoration of the Zecca complex, achieving a score of 98.75/100, focusing on maintaining its industrial essence while developing a cultural center. Both initiatives face hurdles in attracting private funding.
Key facts
- ABDR Architetti Associati won the competition for the Città della Statistica (Istat headquarters) in Rome.
- The consortium includes Valle Progettazione, Proger, and Manens Tifs.
- The project is part of the Sistema Direzionale Orientale near Tiburtina station.
- ABDR previously built the Roma Tiburtina high-speed station in 2011.
- Paolo Desideri cited flexibility, well-being, and environmental respect as design principles.
- The design includes two above-ground volumes, two underground levels, and a piazza/parco at +9 meters.
- Final designs for the Città della Statistica are expected within the year.
- Atelier(s) Femia won the competition for the Zecca complex restoration with a score of 98.75/100.
- The Zecca building, inaugurated in 1911, is located in the Esquilino district.
- Plans for the Zecca include a cultural hub, industrial archaeology section, and artisan incubator.
- Rome faces challenges in involving private investors and attracting international developers.
- The competitions were reported by the Dire agency and Artribune.
Entities
Artists
- Maria Laura Arlotti
- Michele Beccu
- Paolo Desideri
- Filippo Raimondo
- Alfonso Femia
- Gianluca Peluffo
Institutions
- ABDR Architetti Associati
- Valle Progettazione
- Proger
- Manens Tifs
- Istat (Istituto Nazionale di Statistica)
- BNL BNP Paribas
- 5+1AA
- La Sapienza Università di Roma
- Ferrovie dello Stato
- Istituto Poligrafico e Zecca dello Stato
- Atelier(s) Femia
- Guicciardini & Magni Architetti – Natalini
- Insula architettura e ingegneria
- Kuehn Malvezzi
- Wenzel + Wenzel
- Dire (agenzia di stampa)
- Artribune
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- via dei Monti Tiburtini
- via dei Durantini
- Quintiliani (stazione linea B)
- Tiburtina (stazione alta velocità)
- Pietralata
- via Principe Umberto
- Rione Esquilino
- Florence
- Naples
- Bologna
- Milan