The project for the new Villa Ferro School Complex in Fidenza is one of the most significant examples of urban regeneration funded by the PNRR, transforming a dilapidated building into a school of architectural excellence: beautiful, functional, environmentally sustainable and energy-efficient thanks to green building practices.
The result of a collaboration between Vittorio Grassi Architects and Incide, which was responsible for structural design, services engineering, construction management, fire safety and security, the building stands as a model of innovation for the future of public construction.
The result of a collaboration between Vittorio Grassi Architects and Incide, which was responsible for structural design, services engineering, construction management, fire safety and security, the building stands as a model of innovation for the future of public construction.
The project stands out for its holistic approach to sustainability, incorporating solutions such as photovoltaic panels, an extensive green roof and rainwater harvesting systems to irrigate the large surrounding park. Every detail has been designed with the students’ well-being and operational efficiency in mind: from the permeable concrete paths to the preservation of existing trees via a dedicated water retention basin.
Inside, the building offers bright spaces thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows and skylights, ensuring maximum thermal and acoustic comfort through underfloor heating and high-performance glazing. The project is complemented by high-quality communal areas, such as an internal garden, a library, a canteen serving locally sourced meals, and a CONI-approved sports hall for Serie D, confirming Incide’s commitment to delivering facilities that serve as genuine community hubs.
The current status of the construction site for the New Villa Ferro School Complex in Fidenza marks a crucial stage in its completion, with the opening scheduled for 2026. Let’s take a closer look at the progress being made on site, which is bringing the project ever closer to its ultimate goal: to provide the community with a modern and inclusive school, capable of meeting the needs of today’s educational landscape and its young users.
Architectural envelope and structural connections: Incide Engineering has successfully balanced structural complexity with environmental protection, optimising the integration between the building and its external surroundings through advanced waterproofing solutions, certified steelwork and sustainable drainage systems.
Basic plant and technological infrastructure: Through integrated, state-of-the-art plant design, Incide Engineering has ensured high energy performance and native digital connectivity, successfully managing the implementation of the photovoltaic system and the fibre-optic network.
Integrated comfort systems and finishes: Incide Engineering maximised occupant comfort by designing underfloor radiant systems and high-efficiency VRF solutions, whilst ensuring superior aesthetics thanks to the concealment of plant units perfectly integrated into the interior design.
Project Management and Administrative Management: Incide Engineering ensured compliance with the rigorous PNRR standards and contractual timelines through rigorous project management, competently managing every phase of the structural testing, safety certifications and cost-effectiveness assessments.
In its role as structural and services designer, as well as project manager and safety coordinator, Incide ensured that key milestones were achieved, laying the foundations for a sustainable and efficient school building.
