The idea of the plan was conceived from the analysis of the existing
predominant lines of the site, characterized by the presence of an
historic hospital. The concept consists of a regular mesh that merges
existing buildings and the hospital itself. The aim is in fact to trace a
series of urban tissues that refers to existing building features, such
as the strong closure on the north street side, the minor density of
buildings on the south and the consequent presence of a surrounding
green belt.
The multiplex was conceived from the fluxes developing on the sites: the
idea is based on a wide distributed space, spread enough to allow the
integration of all cinemas and functional spaces inside itself. Theaters
are in fact realized as autonomous nodes both on terms of functional
program and structure: the constructing technique is a self supporting
cage made of steel. On the contrary, the distribution space that
connects each unit is mainly in glass, not only to increase natural
illumination but also to underline the symbolic value of spaces
themselves: on one side, theaters are solid and opaque items, and on the
other side, distribution spaces that flow through theaters, are
transparent and permeable.