Circeo National Park in Lazio:
the enchanting backdrop of the Mediterranean Oasis of the Circeo Promontory and the suggestive Torre Paola. The design inspiration comes from the Egagropili, i.e. spheres of algae of the Posidonia oceanica species. The approach adopted envisages a Diffuse Organic Architecture, with
the conception of different functional nuclei, harmoniously connected to each other.
The Egagropili, widely spread throughout much of the Mediterranean basin, are spheres of ruffled algae deriving from the Posidonia oceanica plant, characterized by some advantageous properties for the construction industry:
– high CO2 absorption capacity;
– long life cycle, durability and resistance;
– fire resistance (class B2);
– excellent thermal insulation values.
The project involves the use of this material fibrous as a covering, thus combining the aesthetic aspect with a marked sensitivity towards environmental sustainability. The adoption of Posidonia oceanica represents, in fact, an ecological and conscious architectural choice, in harmony with the needs of the architecture of the future.
The architectural language is inspired by the organic forms of these marine residues shaped into different functional nuclei separated but harmoniously connected via networks or platforms. The project redefines concept living space transforming it into an ‘expanded’ space where serving areas become an integral part surrounding landscape. The organic approach gives project fluid language connection natural elements formal architectural identity characterized tangible symbol commitment safeguarding environment promoting eco-conscious construction.