martino picchedda transforms historic sardinian residence into public exhibition space

The design responds to the Mascia House's historic context by reimagining its private character as a public exhibition space, preserving the original walls and enhancing site integrity.

Through collaboration with heritage authorities, the project maintains the historic walls and integrates permeable drainage solutions, balancing preservation with modern accessibility for community use.

Martino Picchedda draws inspiration from Piranesi and Burri, transforming the site into a space that evokes the enduring quality of Sardinian ruins while celebrating local heritage.

The careful selection of materials, including traditional 'impedrau' stone and basalt slab flooring, emphasizes the historical resonance of the Mascia House, linking it to its agricultural past.

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