The design concept stems from the desire to integrate the functionality required for a mass transit system like the metro with the artistic and archaeological heritage of the city of Rome. The concept was developed to enhance the archaeological and historical context of Piazza Venezia, transforming the station into a connection hub between the main museum complexes in the area. This approach led to the creation of museum spaces within the station, with direct connections to Palazzo Venezia, the Vittoriano, and the Parco Archeologico dei Fori Imperiali. This allows metro users to transform their hectic journey into an immersion in Rome's historical and artistic heritage, and enables the city to reclaim spaces and archaeological remains that have been forgotten until now.
The station is designed to respect and enhance the historical and archaeological environment. The underground connections provide direct links between the station and the adjacent museum complexes, creating a spatial and temporal continuum. The placement of surface elements, such as elevators, access stairs, and ventilation grids, has been carefully planned in collaboration with the city's superintendencies and institutions to ensure their full integration with the vast architectural heritage of the square. Through careful visual studies, the impact was assessed not only in relation to individual buildings but also on the overall beauty and open spaces. The use of local materials, historical textures, and patterns reinterpreted in a contemporary key contributes to the integration of the work within the urban context.
Stazione Venezia is part of the broader Metro Line C project, enhancing local public transport and promoting intermodality with bicycle parking and well-connected access points to public transport stops. The materials used prioritize durability and resistance, enhancing the perceived environmental quality while respecting the historical context and using local materials. Travertine is the primary material, complemented by stoneware, raw iron sheets, and GRC panels. To ensure cost-effectiveness and ease of maintenance, no suspended ceilings are included in public areas. The project focuses on efficient systems like LED lighting and advanced ventilation, minimizing construction site visual impact with contextually designed fencing panels.
Venezia Station is a strategic intervention connecting Rome's Baroque center with the archaeological area of the Imperial Forums. This unique and historically significant location necessitated a design approach that respects and enhances the urban and historical context.
Key Features and Strengths:
The project focuses on designing a 'station-museum,' ensuring clear communication between the station and museum complexes. We prioritize clear, intuitive routes within spacious areas to enhance security and reduce the claustrophobic feel of underground spaces. Venezia Station sets a new milestone in turning mobility infrastructures into 'places,' providing a unique user experience during their journey.
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