Project

The Redevelopment Plan involves the revitalization of an abandoned rural area in the Municipality of Pontedera, with the goal of creating an intergenerational community for sustainable co-housing.

Main points of the project:

• Location: The area is located in Via delle Maremme, near the village of Castel Del Bosco, in the province of Pisa, Tuscany, Italy.

• Surface area: The plan covers approximately 20,600 square meters.

• Existing buildings: The site includes three former rural buildings in a state of disrepair (Buildings A, B, and C).

Planned interventions:

• Partial demolition and reconstruction of the existing buildings

• Construction of five new residential buildings

• Construction of a multi-purpose building for communal use

• Creation of shared spaces and services (kitchen, library, laundry, etc.)

• Preservation of historical elements as a tribute to the site's memory

Urban planning data:

• Gross Usable Floor Area (GFA): 1,176 sqm

• Maximum number of housing units: 11

• Maximum building height: 2 floors above ground

Sustainability:

• Use of bioarchitecture techniques

• Self-production of goods necessary for the community's sustenance

• Respect for natural life cycles

Social aspects:

• Creation of a community based on mutual respect and sharing

• Organization of cultural and educational events open to the public

• Development of work experiences in the field of solidarity and ecological economy

Environmental impact:

• Revitalization of a neglected area

• Preservation and enhancement of surrounding woodland

• Reduction of urban load compared to initial development proposals

The project aims to combine the recovery of rural architectural heritage with the creation of an innovative and sustainable housing model, both environmentally and socially.