Modern design and low environmental impact for AbitareIn’s new project
Balducciododici, Milan
AbitareIn has launched a new real estate development at the corner of Via Balduccio da Pisa and Via Orobia, a strategic and dynamic area near the Porta Romana railway yard. Starting from an initial concept provided by the client, DVA was responsible for the architectural design through all phases—from preliminary to executive—coordinating all specialized disciplines via digital models. The firm also handled the permitting process and supported the client during the tender phase.
Featuring a clean, contemporary architectural language, the new complex will integrate harmoniously into its surroundings, acting as an element of urban regeneration. It replaces a former industrial site once dedicated to paper production and lithographic printing, for which environmental remediation has already been completed.
The building is composed of three volumes, offering a total of approximately 51 residential units of varying sizes. Its distinctive inverted “L” layout encloses a private green space of over 2,000 square meters, with walkways and relaxation areas exclusively for residents and guests. Most units will benefit from dual exposure onto green areas: to the east, the pre-existing public park, and to the west, the new private garden. This layout ensures excellent natural light even during winter months.
All apartments are designed with optimized, flexible layouts. Buyers can customize both the floor plan and finishes, allowing them to create a virtually tailor-made home. Generous loggias and terraces are conceived as outdoor living rooms, designed to enhance the comfort and livability of each unit.
Environmental sustainability played a central role in the design, with solutions aimed at reducing the energy consumption of individual units and minimizing the building’s overall impact. Photovoltaic panels will be installed on the upper floors to contribute to the building's energy needs, while heating and cooling will be provided by a state-of-the-art heat pump system. All cladding materials comply with CAM (Minimum Environmental Criteria) emissions standards for construction.
The entire Balducciododici project has been developed using BIM methodology. This made it possible to detect and resolve any clashes between structural, architectural, and MEP systems before construction began. Coordinated models also supported feasibility checks for any buyer-driven variations.
Construction has just begun and is expected to last around two years. AbitareIn has entrusted DVA with both general and architectural construction management.
4.200
GFA
[m²]
16
VALUE OF DESIGNED WORKS
[M €]
12.000
BUILT AREA
[m²]
51
TOTAL REAL ESTATE UNITS
“The key factor driving the progress of the project has undoubtedly been the ongoing collaboration between the team appointed by DVA and the in-house teams at AbitareIn. By sharing their expertise and specific know-how, they were able to define a project that is thorough and complete in every aspect—always with the aim of delivering the best possible experience to the future residents, both in terms of aesthetics and functionality. DVA has also been entrusted with construction management, and works began in December 2023. We are all committed to ensuring that what has been so carefully designed is brought to life in the best possible way.”
“The management of the executive project through BIM methodology allowed not only for effective coordination of the entire design team, but also for the achievement of the quality standards required by the Client.”
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