Tower of Fusion – Challenge is to design a site tower as a landmark

PREMISE

“Rome is not like any other city. It’s a big museum, a living room that shall be crossed on one’s toes.” – Alberto

Architecture is incomplete without the mention of roman architecture. Rome and Romans have played a huge role in ancient society; ranging from the magnificent structural heritage that they have to the rich history that dates ages back. The remains of Rome are evidence of the kind of impact their creations and culture had on the ancient world. As even in today’s date these structures make us marvel at their sheer existence.

Rome; the place that was built on the seven hills and is estimated to have begun its glorifying journey in 753 B.C has written and rewritten the history of the world through its regime. In which they gave the world one of the most magnificent architectural wonders, as they not only describe the valour and vastness of the roman empire but also showcase themselves as man-made marvels.

Fig: 2 – This music auditorium was built by incorporating the ruins of an ancient Rome villa and restoring it to blend seamlessly with the design of the complex. (Credits: SCE PROJECT – Cristiano Bendinelli)

MERGING

Considering this glorious history and feat of achievement in terms of architecture is something that still holds great respect even in these changing times, as with everything that changes; Rome has transformed itself through decades. From the architecture that was built centuries ago to the one, we are experiencing right now. Rome has successfully made space for both worlds. 

The one that is gone and the one that is yet to arrive, as the city of Rome has transformed with time, accepting and changing with the newly derived forms of architecture being experimented in its rich context. It has created a space for itself inside this beautiful space while respecting the existing heritage. As it’s the place like a room that experiences and holds the best of the past and the forthcoming better of the future in the same place. Both of which are important and define their heritage and culture. 

But how can this fusion of past and present be expressed into reality?