Our building emerges directly from the plot. Its form dictates the geometry of the new auditorium because it is with the plot—and therefore the context—that we primarily engage. The new boundary line transforms into a building, becoming a landscape element within the broader masterplan. It defines the entrances as gateways within a three-dimensional architecture rather than simple gates of a fence disconnected from functional dynamics. At the same time, the building itself becomes the boundary of the site, extending to delimit the area through a longitudinal wall that transitions from building to ground, establishing a direct connection both with the school’s existing garden and, on the outer side, with the pedestrian street.
As clearly shown in the project plan, the new structure is fundamentally composed of two distinct volumes. The first is a simple rectangular form, while the second is a trapezoidal volume facing the street, housing all service rooms and technical spaces. This choice holds significant compositional value but primarily arises from economic, structural, and construction considerations. A simple and linear circulation system is undoubtedly a major advantage for clarity of internal pathways but even more so in terms of construction feasibility and cost containment in both building and maintenance.
The design honesty expressed in the definition of the architectural volumes inevitably reflects, in stylistic coherence, in the finer scale of choices regarding interior finishes and cladding materials.
Our consistent approach guided the selection of materials that comply with the various regulations the auditorium must meet, such as fire safety standards. Additionally, maintenance considerations directed us towards durable, easy-to-clean, and resilient materials. We believe that even the continuous use of simple porcelain stoneware flooring can achieve a highly sophisticated aesthetic when thoughtfully integrated within a comprehensive design language aimed at overall coherence. Here, the poetic quality is not derived from the use of special materials but from an intelligent and refined application of materials that are structurally and regulatory optimal.
Carugate auditorium
2nd PRIZE
Where: Carugate, Pavia IT
Year: 2018
with: NUOVOSTUDIO, Marco Rinaldi









