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The House of Music of Pieve di Cento was born out of the desire to create structures and spaces suitable for two programs: concert promotion and musical teaching in the municipality: the Music Society of Pieve and a Middle School with musical emphasis.
Courtesy of Mario Cucinella Architects – Photographs : Moreno Maggi
The architectural language is inspired by the musical tradition rooted in the city, resulting in a building comprising various independent elements, not unlike the ?instruments” in an orchestra which collectively enhance the whole. The reference to musical instruments is also achieved through the choice of oak wood paneling, which wraps exterior and interior and permits – as in the bodies of the instruments – the containment and amplification of sound. Courtesy of Mario Cucinella Architects – Photographs : Moreno Maggi
The building consists of 9 small circular music laboratories, linked by a “piazza” that acts as a distribution space and becomes a place for sharing and dialogue among young musicians. This central area is also intended for ensemble music and small rehearsals.
Courtesy of Mario Cucinella Architects – Plan
The House of Music is located in a portion of the former Lamborghini manufacturing area which, after careful restoration with the help of the municipality, has been renovated and transformed into a leisure park. The site is reached by a ...