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Healthcare
Post-earthquake reconstruction
Following the serious damage caused by the 2012 earthquake, the R. Rossi Care Residence was completely rebuilt, returning to the community of Novi a renewed social care facility in terms of architecture, structure and building systems.
The project brings together the Day Centre and the Care Residence within a single building arranged over two levels. Its L-shaped layout recalls the courtyard forms typical of the Po Valley, creating an internal shared space with both social and environmental value, while strengthening the relationship with the historic centre.
Particular attention was given to seismic-resistant construction solutions, ensuring high safety standards and regulatory compliance.
Quality of shared spaces
The ground floor houses the Day Centre, organised around a central core composed of a living area and dining room, alongside a winter garden overlooking the internal courtyard. The design prioritises flexibility and visual continuity. Spaces for physical activities, rest and support services complete the floor.
The Care Residence includes housing units arranged between the ground and first floors, designed for independent residents. The apartments are organised in separate blocks, connected by covered but open walkways. Each unit is designed to ensure layout flexibility and full accessibility, integrating living areas, suitable services and adaptable rooms.
The project addresses two key aspects: quality of living and long-term economic sustainability.
Sustainability, management and efficiency
The building achieves high energy standards through a high-performance envelope, efficient systems with air-to-water heat pumps, photovoltaic and solar thermal integration, automatic lighting control systems and water-saving solutions, including a supply system for non-potable uses.
Material and construction choices were guided by durability, ease of maintenance and reduced operating costs, all key factors for a social care facility of this scale.
Categories
Healthcare
City
Novi (MO)
Nation
Italy
Status
Completed
Year
2017
Client
ASP Terre d'argine
Project Partners
Key Points
- Post-earthquake reconstruction of the R. Rossi Care Residence, with integrated architectural, structural and building systems design within a single two-level building.
- Integration of the Day Centre and Care Residence, with a functional layout focused on flexibility, independent living and quality of residential spaces.
- High-performance building with seismic-resistant solutions, efficient building systems and construction choices focused on durability and sustainable management.
Expertise
Project team
Categories
Healthcare
City
Novi (MO)
Nation
Italy
Status
Completed
Year
2017
Client
ASP Terre d'argine
Project Partners
Post-earthquake reconstruction
Following the serious damage caused by the 2012 earthquake, the R. Rossi Care Residence was completely rebuilt, returning to the community of Novi a renewed social care facility in terms of architecture, structure and building systems.
The project brings together the Day Centre and the Care Residence within a single building arranged over two levels. Its L-shaped layout recalls the courtyard forms typical of the Po Valley, creating an internal shared space with both social and environmental value, while strengthening the relationship with the historic centre.
Particular attention was given to seismic-resistant construction solutions, ensuring high safety standards and regulatory compliance.
Quality of shared spaces
The ground floor houses the Day Centre, organised around a central core composed of a living area and dining room, alongside a winter garden overlooking the internal courtyard. The design prioritises flexibility and visual continuity. Spaces for physical activities, rest and support services complete the floor.
The Care Residence includes housing units arranged between the ground and first floors, designed for independent residents. The apartments are organised in separate blocks, connected by covered but open walkways. Each unit is designed to ensure layout flexibility and full accessibility, integrating living areas, suitable services and adaptable rooms.
The project addresses two key aspects: quality of living and long-term economic sustainability.
Sustainability, management and efficiency
The building achieves high energy standards through a high-performance envelope, efficient systems with air-to-water heat pumps, photovoltaic and solar thermal integration, automatic lighting control systems and water-saving solutions, including a supply system for non-potable uses.
Material and construction choices were guided by durability, ease of maintenance and reduced operating costs, all key factors for a social care facility of this scale.
Key Points
- Post-earthquake reconstruction of the R. Rossi Care Residence, with integrated architectural, structural and building systems design within a single two-level building.
- Integration of the Day Centre and Care Residence, with a functional layout focused on flexibility, independent living and quality of residential spaces.
- High-performance building with seismic-resistant solutions, efficient building systems and construction choices focused on durability and sustainable management.
Expertise
Project team
