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Caput Mundi: Restoration and enhancement of the Nymphaeum and of the Aranciera (Orangery) walkway located in Villa Borghese

The project focuses on various interventions aimed at the restoration and the enhancement of Nymphaeum complex. The interventions will include:

  • restoration of the Nymphaeum decorations: restoration interventions will be carried out to preserve and restore the decorations of the Nymphaeum complex. Various interventions on sculptures and on decorative elements will be included;
  • restoration of the fountain water system: interventions will be carried out to restore and reactivate the fountain water system of the Nymphaeum complex;
  • weeding and renovation of the walkway floor: weeding and restoration interventions will be carried out on the walkway floor that will include also the recovery and reparation of its structural elements;
  • lighting upgrading of the complex: lighting upgrading interventions will be carried out to improve the lighting of the structure, in order to enhance its architectural and decorative elements.

Through these interventions, the project aims to restore, preserve and enhance the Nymphaeum complex, including the decorative elements, the water system, the flooring and the lighting system. The realisation of these interventions will allow tourists to appreciate the beauty and the historical relevance of the site.

Roma Capitale
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Caput Mundi: Villa Borghese - Piazzale Scipione Borghese: restoration and completion of missing parts of the sculptures

The project activities include:

  • restoration, cleaning, and completion of missing parts of statues, herms, and furnishings: restoration and cleaning will be carried out to return the statues, herms, and furnishings in the square to their original beauty. The missing parts will be completed using techniques and materials compatible with the original work;
  • reproduction of copies of sculptures that have been lost: copies of sculptures that have been lost over the years will be made. In particular, the statue of Venus and the existing statue on the base in the north-western corner of the square will be reproduced from scratch.
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Caput Mundi: Conservative restoration and enhancement of the Settecamini archaeological area

Settecamini has two important archaeological areas. The first, located at the ninth mile of Via Tiburtina, contains a well-preserved stretch of the ancient Via Tiburtina, surrounded by tombs and archaeological finds. The second, smaller site is located at the intersection of Via Casal Bianco and Via Tiburtina and contains the remains of an ancient post house.
Activities will focus on securing around the remains and archaeological area, so that it may be opened to the public. The following actions are planned:
 

  • perimeter fencing of the archaeological area;
  • restoration, securing, and consolidation of existing ancient structures;
  • archaeological excavations for further enhancement of the area;
  • creation of a tour route accessible to all;
  • partial removal of invasive tree species;
  • creation of a newly built visitor reception centre;
  • creation of an evening lighting system for the area;
  • creation of structures and furniture in service of the neighbourhood.
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Caput Mundi: Conservative restoration and enhancement of the Cistern building complex in Via Cristoforo Colombo

The archaeological complex consists of two large circular buildings with a green area, located in a parking lot on the beltway of via Cristoforo Colombo. The Cistern is located in a public parking lot, in an area with heavy vehicular traffic, causing heavy air pollution and vibration. Taking these characteristics into account, the project includes rehabilitation and conservative restoration of the wall apparatuses to eliminate the causes of moisture and water stagnation, restore collapsed wall elements, clean interior surfaces, reclaim interior and exterior spaces, and remove invasive weeds. Adjustments will be made to ensure accessibility and compliance with architectural barrier regulations. The closing elements of openings will be checked and supplemented, and damaged fence elements will be reinstated. The installation of technological systems and artistic lighting/illumination will help enhance the building, while new signage, emergency lights and escape routes will ensure the safety of visitors.

Roma Capitale
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Caput Mundi: Conservative restoration and enhancement of the Via Livenza Hypogeum complex

The project for the conservative restoration and enhancement of the Via Livenza Hypogeum complex will include the renovation of the existing electrical system, verification of the conservation status of its decorative elements, as well as cleaning and maintenance activities.

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Caput Mundi: Conservative restoration and enhancement of the building complex of the Basilichetta of Generosa

In detail, the following works are planned:
Renovation and conservative restoration of wall apparatus:

  • consolidation of wall structures in opus listatum and replacement of the existing case with a top protection that is compatible with the ancient materials and fulfils the function in a suitable manner;
  • arrangement of the area aimed at restoring the overall intelligibility of the entire interior space of the Damasus cemetery basilica.

Accessibility and compliance with architectural barrier regulations:

  • works to connect inaccessible areas to the main route.

Technology and lighting systems:

  • lighting of the area, intended with the dual purpose of enhancing the archaeological site as well as opening it after dark.

Adaptation to safety regulations:

  • implementation of safety signage and escape route paths.
Roma Capitale
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Caput Mundi: Insula Ara Coeli

The intervention aims to preserve, enhance, and transmit an asset of the highest historical, architectural, artistic, and landscape value: one of the rare surviving examples of Roman architecture developed on multiple levels.

The objectives of the operation are:

- the preservation of the asset; 

- improving physical accessibility and use;

- the restoration of adequate security levels;

- the increase in participation;

- the enhancement and restoration.

The new access ramp to the Insula of Ara Coeli, located on the right side of the Vittoriano, will allow access to both the ancient ground floor, which is currently below street level, and the first floor, now accessible only from the side of the Ara Coeli Staircase. 

In the external area, the upper portions of some rooms still buried today will be made visible, offering a clearer perception of the original extent of the ancient building complex. The path will continue to the second floor via an existing staircase that will be reconfigured to align with the new first-floor level, after the archaeological excavation uncovers the original floor. 

To ensure accessibility for people with disabilities, a lift platform will be installed at the northwest corner of the monument, connecting the first floor to the second.

Given its location in one of the most critical traffic areas in Rome and, not least, the presence of underground archaeological structures, a solution has been designed that utilizes the existing gap between the ground floor, the garden, and the pavement, inserting a new staircase that will connect the current street level to the original level of the Insula, located 9 meters below.

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Caput Mundi: Largo Talamo Tomb - restoration of marble elements and external features

Overall, the project for the conservative restoration and enhancement of the Largo Talamo Tomb focuses on cleaning the marble of the external cladding and painting the iron elements. These activities are essential to preserving the historical and artistic integrity of the tomb, preserving its original beauty in the long term. The use of dedicated methods, materials, and skills, according to the best practices in the sector, will ensure an accurate and high quality restoration, further enhancing this important complex.Cleaning the marble on the external cladding will require the use of specially dedicated methods and materials. The best practices in the sector will be adopted to remove dirt, deposits, and other pollutants accumulated over the years, to restore the tomb to its original appearance and highlighting its architectural characteristics.
Furthermore, the iron elements present in the tomb will be painted to protect the metal from atmospheric agents and corrosion, preserving their integrity and functionality. Specific paints for metal will be used, chosen according to elemental characteristics and the surrounding environment, to guarantee effective and long-lasting protection.
To achieve the restoration and enhancement of the tomb, a qualified group of professionals specialised in the field of architectural restoration will be involved.

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Caput Mundi: San Paolo alla Regola - restoration of the domus

The restoration and enhancement project of the archaeological complex of San Paolo alla Regola includes a series of interventions aimed at making accessible the parts currently not open to visitors, improving conservation and enhancing the important historical and archaeological heritage of the site.

One of the central aspects of the project concerns the creation of new itineraries, which will allow visitors to explore the entire archaeological complex in an organised and informative way. Areas that cannot be visited will be identified and equipped through archaeological excavation interventions that will allow new finds and structures to be highlighted and enhanced.

The restoration interventions will be carried out on the masonry and metal elements of the complex, through the restoration and conservation of the walls, ensuring structural stability and preserving the original appearance of the architectural elements. Measures will be adopted to improve the ventilation and dehumidification systems of the rooms, in order to favour ideal conditions for the conservation of the finds and frescoes. Technical verification will be carried out to evaluate the state of the structures and the intervention methods. 

The project will include interventions to improve the accessibility of the site, allowing all visitors, including those with disabilities or reduced mobility, to fully enjoy the archaeological complex.

Public assistance services will be developed, such as historical models and explanatory panels, offering detailed information on the historical and archaeological context of the site and helping to make the visitor experience more engaging and informative.

Finally, the external space of the archaeological complex will be redeveloped to create a welcoming and attractive environment, through the arrangement of gardens, the creation of pedestrian paths and the installation of appropriate street furniture.

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Caput Mundi: Restoration and preparation of the building in Via dei Cerchi, 9

The interventions will include the following activities:

  • disposal of infrastructure related to previous activities;
  • adaptation of safety regulations (presence of an electrical cabin);
  • conservation restoration works;
  • consolidation works;
  • setting up storage, work and display environments equipped with multimedia systems for storing and locating materials;
  • exhibit handling.