Complex of the Convent of Santa Maria al Carrobiolo
Piazza Carrobiolo, 6 – Monza (MB), Italy
Conservation restoration, adaptive reuse and functional upgrading, including the removal of architectural barriers
Description
The Carrobiolo Complex in Monza comprises the Church of Santa Maria al Carrobiolo, the Barnabite Convent, the library and the Villoresi Theatre.
Founded in the 13th century by the Humiliati Order, it became the seat of the Barnabite Fathers in 1571 following the suppression of the order. The complex preserves important medieval features, including the bell tower and the perimeter walls, complemented by 17th- and 18th-century extensions and decorative elements.
Along the edge of the property, facing Vicolo Carrobiolo and Vicolo Scuole, stands an L-shaped building currently used for a variety of social and recreational activities.
2019/2024
Services Provided
Over the years, the project included preliminary, detailed and executive design, construction supervision and safety coordination across the following areas:
Buildings facing Piazza Carrobiolo 6, the inner courtyard and the theatre
The sensitive redevelopment project, preceded by a thorough investigation of the building’s original fabric through stratigraphic analysis, was carried out in full respect of the historical characteristics of this listed property, in close collaboration with the Superintendence, represented by Architect Carlo Catacchio.
Supported by funding from Fondazione Cariplo and the Lombardy Region, the works included:
the upgrading of the sanitary facilities at the Villoresi Theatre and the first-floor meeting room, ensuring full accessibility through the removal of architectural barriers;
the refurbishment of the ground-floor spaces overlooking the internal courtyard to accommodate cultural and ecclesiastical activities, including a multifunctional space for local associations, exhibition areas and a literary café;
the creation of non-hotel accommodation facilities on the first floor for guest hospitality, developed according to the Lombard Foresteria hospitality model.
CLIENT
Lombardy Province of the Clerics Regular of St. Paul (Barnabite Fathers), Milan
Existing Condition
Implementation
