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zaha hadid architects breaks ground on centre for mediterranean culture in calabria, italy
- Zaha Hadid Architects has begun construction on the Centre of Mediterranean Culture in Reggio Calabria, Italy, marking a significant moment in the city's cultural development.
- The building is designed to honor Calabria's maritime heritage and will be a multifunctional hub showcasing the region's rich cultural legacy.
- The Centre will complement existing museums by exploring the deep ties between Calabria and the Mediterranean Sea, offering a modern cultural experience.
- ZHA's design integrates the center into the Reggium Waterfront, creating a coastal urban park with stunning views of the Strait of Messina and Sicily.
- This 24,000 square meter space will feature exhibition galleries, an aquarium, conference facilities, educational spaces, and leisure amenities.
- Reflecting Calabria's marine environment, the interiors will evoke marine life, with colors and forms inspired by the region's biodiversity.
- Advanced simulation modeling was used to ensure the architecture balances public spaces and volumes, providing shelter from the local climate.
- Sustainability measures include a 90% opaque facade with local aluminum panels to reduce energy consumption and support resource management.
- The landscape design around the center will feature native plant varieties and rainwater capture to enhance biodiversity while minimizing water usage.
- Scheduled as part of the Reggium Waterfront redevelopment, the Centre for Mediterranean Culture aims to restore the coastal area and celebrate Calabria's cultural ties with the sea.
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