Centro "Arti e Scienze" Golinelli designed by Mario Cucinella Architects, marrying art, science, and technology in Bologna's ever-evolving landscape.
Nestled within the Fondazione Golinelli's lot, this exceptional addition serves as the pièce de résistance to the Opificio complex, already renowned as a beacon of education and cultural enrichment. As an emblem of the future, the Arts and Sciences Centre encapsulates the marriage of art and science as the driving force behind human growth and progress.
The Golinelli Foundation's latest architectural triumph boasts a design that is both minimalistic and captivating, seamlessly integrating two distinct elements that engage in a constant dialogue. At the core of the structure lies the "heart," a semi-transparent pavilion that houses the primary activities. With a free plan parallelepiped measuring 30x20 meters and an internal height of 8 meters, this 700-square-meter space offers a blank canvas for a plethora of events, including exhibitions, conferences, concerts, and projections. State-of-the-art technology, such as light control, acoustic correction, and integrated plant systems, imbue the space with a dynamic versatility.
Encircling this nucleus is a modular metal lattice superstructure that gives the pavilion its unique character. Visitors can meander through the airy, interwoven framework and ascend to panoramic terraces that grant breathtaking views of the city. By night, the exterior lighting system casts an ethereal glow on the lattice, transforming the structure into a luminous work of art.
The interplay of light and shadow is a defining feature of the Centro "Arti e Scienze" Golinelli. The façade, clad in a material that responds to the changing light of day, underscores the project's transcendent nature. Natural lighting filters through the perimeter walls, regulated by curtains that are neatly tucked between the metal structure's pillars. Meanwhile, artificial illumination is provided by adaptable LED spotlights, mounted on linear guides in the ceiling.
The Centro "Arti e Scienze" Golinelli represents the symbiosis of art, science, and technology, embodying a progressive vision that embraces constant research and experimentation. The architecture itself narrates this evolutionary journey, weaving a tale of a pulsating forge that dematerializes into the infinite expanse, revealing the elements of its very essence. In doing so, it stands as a testament to the Golinelli Foundation's unwavering commitment to fostering scientific exploration and artistic development.
