In the heart of Milan, in one of the liveliest and most representative areas of the city, L22 Urban & Building – Lombardini22 business unit – designed Moscova 64, the new Boutique Residential Building aiming at space quality, valuable materials, advanced technological equipment and sustainable energy solutions integrated with the urban context.
The building is a ‘unique piece,’ able to stand out stylishly from the surrounding urban fabric and simultaneously interact with the pre-existing constructions. The building’s modern lines are inspired by the Ceppo di Grè – the typical stone of the Milanese tradition – and the careful design of the façades enable Moscova 64 to create continuity with the surrounding architectural environment, while creating a harmonious dialogue in terms of materials and colours that adds value to the historical and urban context.
The building, located in an area with high landscape sensitivity, differentiates itself from the other mainly opaque constructions by integrating large glazed surfaces and wide terraces, which add brightness and lightness to the architectural volume.
The project, which involves the entire demolition and reconstruction of the previous building, includes a double height entrance hall and a modern automated parking system with charging stations for electric cars on the ground floor, while on the first floor there is a large fitness area for residents.
The flats, located on the floors from the second to the eighth, offer flexible and functional environments, provided with home automation systems that meet the needs of contemporary living. The last floor, originally used as a plantroom block, turns into an exclusive panoramic attic on two levels, overlooking the city.
Designed to ensure the highest energy efficiency, Moscova 64 was classified as A++ thanks to a cutting-edge plant engineering system. The building exploits groundwater to feed a dual network for non-potable utilities and it uses two multi-purpose refrigeration units to simultaneously produce hot and chilled water, thus optimizing consumptions and reducing the plant complexity. Efficiency is further guaranteed by the use of variable speed circulation pumps and a photovoltaic system, which help reduce the overall environmental impact.
With this project, L22 Urban & Building gives a remarkable contribution to the building renovation process of the city, putting sustainability and quality of living at the centre and outlining a precise direction for the future of Milan.
