Accedi
Utenti registrati
The Monti della Breccia project was inspired by a critical analysis of Rome's typical suburban architecture, often repetitive, anonymous, and lacking identity. To counter this, the concept was developed around diversity and individuality, with varied building volumes, colors, materials, and façade designs that break the monotony. The buildings follow the natural terrain with a sinusoidal layout, enhancing integration with the site. Internally, layouts are modular and flexible to adapt to changing needs, while externally, expressive balconies, differing heights, and rich materiality create a vibrant, identifiable neighborhood. The design also emphasizes sustainability and a strong sense of community by combining architectural unity with varied identities for each building block.
The project gently follows the natural slope of the site with a sinusoidal layout, contrasting Rome’s typical rigid grid. This organic arrangement integrates the complex into the landscape, creating a more fluid, human-scale environment. The varied building heights and shapes respond to the terrain, offering visual interest and better views. Green spaces and planted façades reinforce the connection with nature, while public roads and amenities link the development to the wider urban fabric, fostering a sense of community within the new neighborhood.
Painted aluminium was chosen for the envelope due to its durability, low maintenance, and ability to support vibrant, lasting colors that enhance the complex’s distinctive, varied façades. Additionally, it offers excellent performance in terms of weather resistance and sustainability, contributing to the building’s energy efficiency and long-term environmental goals. The material also allows for precise, clean detailing that supports the project's modern and expressive architectural language.
The Monti della Breccia complex integrates advanced sustainability strategies: over 30% of energy comes from renewable sources, with centralized electric heat pump heating and controlled mechanical ventilation for efficiency and air quality. The building envelope features high-performance, durable, and low-impact materials like prepainted aluminium, recomposed wood, and insulating panels. The façade’s “second skin” acts as solar shading, reducing energy consumption. Greenery is integrated as an architectural and bioclimatic element. The project won the 2021 RĒGULA Award for Best Italian Residential Project, recognizing its architectural quality and sustainable innovation.
The Monti della Breccia residential complex is a vibrant new neighborhood on Rome’s outskirts, distinguished by its dynamic architectural language and strong sense of identity. Composed of twelve buildings with about 700 dwellings, the design breaks away from typical repetitive suburban layouts by following the natural topography with a sinusoidal arrangement. This organic flow creates visual interest and a human-scale environment. A key strength is the deliberate variety in volumes, heights, colors, and materials—each building is composed of multiple “blocks” that express individuality while maintaining overall unity through repeated architectural themes. The façades feature a rich palette of coated painted aluminium, recomposed wood, glass, and metal details, enhanced by large balconies and loggias that provide depth and articulation. Internally, layouts are flexible and modular, allowing for a wide range of apartment sizes without altering the building’s external character. Sustainability is integral, with over 30% renewable energy use, heat pumps, mechanical ventilation, radiant floors, and green façades providing solar shading and bioclimatic benefits. Monti della Breccia fosters a strong sense of community through its architectural diversity and quality, combining aesthetic innovation with environmental responsibility.
Founded in 1972, Studio Transit is a Rome-based architectural firm working across urban regeneration, infrastructure, and interiors. With over 50 years of experience, it combines creativity, technical rigor, and a multigenerational team of architects and engineers. Co-founded by Gianni Ascarelli and joined in the 2000s by Pistolesi, Vinci, and De Micheli, the studio has embraced innovation and international challenges. Its portfolio includes 20 subway stations, Rome’s tallest skyscraper, the Angelini HQ, and major residential developments. Studio Transit focuses on dynamic, energy-efficient architecture and urban revitalization. Teamwork and a cross-disciplinary approach—ranging from restoration to landscaping—are central to its design process. Based in Rome’s Ostiense district, the studio is a creative lab where research and practice meet to shape a more sustainable and socially aware built environment.
