Enterprise's 'Navicella sospesa' opens in Rome's EUR district with inaugural exhibition
Founded in 1995, the Italian software firm Enterprise has unveiled a new 250-square-meter facility named 'Navicella sospesa' at its expanded headquarters in Rome's EUR district. Designed by Spazi Multipli, this two-story structure boasts expansive glass windows and a partial overhang, promoting a sense of transparency and illumination. Situated near the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul, the building utilizes modern materials and glass diaphragms to enhance openness. The landscaping features Mediterranean plants and a rooftop garden equipped with adjustable sunshades. The inaugural exhibition, 'Materiale immateriale,' curated by Melania Rossi, will take place from May 24, 2019, showcasing works from various artists. CEO Marisa Casale emphasized the firm's dedication to quality work environments and cultural projects.
Key facts
- Enterprise expands Rome headquarters in EUR with new architecture by Spazi Multipli.
- New volume is 250 sqm over two levels, called 'Navicella sospesa'.
- Design team: Valentina Pandolfi, Cristina Paris, Antonio Pizzola.
- Building features rationalist forms with wood, metal, glass.
- Inaugural exhibition 'Materiale immateriale' opens May 24, 2019.
- Curator: Melania Rossi; 12 artists included.
- Some works will join Enterprise's corporate art collection.
- Spazi Multipli previously did INVASION performance for Open House Roma 2014.
Entities
Artists
- Josè Angelino
- Francesco Bocchini
- Izumi Chiaraluce
- Elvio Chiricozzi
- Federica Di Carlo
- Davide Dormino
- Diego Miguel Mirabella
- Guendalina Salini
- Maria Angeles Vila Tortosa
- Delphine Valli
- Antonello Viola
- Melania Rossi
- Valentina Pandolfi
- Cristina Paris
- Antonio Pizzola
- Marisa Casale
Institutions
- Enterprise
- Spazi Multipli
- Open House Roma
- Artribune
Locations
- Rome
- Italy
- EUR
- Viale Egeo
- Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul