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The MIA Civic Hall project arose from the Arzignano City Administration’s aim to meet the need for a shared public space, identified through consultations with residents, associations, and private users. The concept repurposes part of a municipal building into a flexible civic hub, fostering inclusion and accessibility. Spatial adaptability is achieved through mobile elements like automated curtains, enabling transitions between events such as conferences, exhibitions, and performances. The project merges functionality, flexibility, and symbolism to create an open, dynamic space that reinforces civic identity and strengthens urban and social cohesion.
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Located at Via Giuriolo no. 2, the project is set in a barycentric position, strategically connecting Arzignano’s historic center with nearby municipalities and transport routes. It enhances urban cohesion by transforming a previously underused building into a cultural landmark. The intervention carefully preserves and reinterprets the existing façade by integrating exposed face bricks that echo traditional elements while adding a striking metal entrance portal that asserts a new identity. The entrance space functions as a covered square, blurring boundaries between inside and outside, thus fostering urban continuity. The curved brick seating and lattice masonry wall not only define the site but also strengthen visual integration and accessibility from the surrounding urban fabric.
The project’s primary sustainable strategy lies in the adaptive reuse of an existing municipal structure, significantly reducing demolition waste and the environmental impact of new construction. Material choices, such as dark-toned exposed face bricks and robust metal cladding, were selected for longevity, low maintenance, and compatibility with the original building. The layout maximizes natural ventilation and lighting while using automated curtains and a custom slatted ceiling that discreetly integrates technical systems for energy efficiency. The building’s modular flexibility extends its lifespan by supporting diverse uses while the intervention reflects an architectural approach rooted in ecological awareness, material responsibility, and long-term adaptability.
The project involves the transformation of a portion of an existing building in Arzignano into the new Civic Multipurpose Hall “MIA” (Meeting in Arzignano). Designed as a flexible cultural and social hub, the space responds to the needs of local citizens, associations, and private users by offering a centrally located, easily accessible venue for various public events. The intervention redefines the identity of the building with a striking metal portal at the entrance, framed by distinctive brick elements that recall the existing façade while establishing a new architectural language. Internally, the layout is organized around two large adaptable areas—a foyer with a meeting room and the civic hall—separated by automated curtains to allow spatial flexibility. The space is designed for modular use, from performances to meetings, accommodating up to 400 people. Custom-designed acoustic treatments, concealed technical systems, and a slatted ceiling integrate function with refined aesthetics. Sinuous brick seating and a lattice masonry fence reinforce the project’s strong material character. The result is a welcoming, symbolic, and iconic place for community gathering, blending architectural clarity with civic identity.
The MIA Civic Hall transforms an existing structure into a flexible, iconic space for culture and community. Through thoughtful design, material richness, and spatial fluidity, it creates a welcoming hub that blends architecture with civic identity, offering both functional versatility and symbolic presence at the heart of Arzignano. Custom details, acoustic care, and adaptable layouts enhance its role as a vibrant venue for meetings, performances, and public life.
Marco Mazzetto and Alessandro Lazzari founded 3ndy Studio in 2002, soon after completing their Master’s degrees at IUAV – University of Architecture in Venice. From the very beginning, the studio has focused on architectural design across all scales—from product design to buildings and urban planning—blending creativity, research, and technical expertise. Today, 3ndy Studio is a well-established and dynamic practice with a strong portfolio of successful projects in Italy and abroad. It serves as a meeting point for diverse skills and creative minds. In recent years, the studio has expanded to include new architects, interior designers, and product designers, allowing it to meet new challenges and market demands. With a commitment to energy efficiency, innovation through BIM, and a forward-looking approach, 3ndy Studio continues to explore and shape contemporary architecture on a global scale.
