Casa di Ringhiera, courtyard. Photo: Dimitri&René Dürr, Zurich
Gardens and outdoor areas of Casa di Ringhiera. Photo: Dimitri&René Dürr, Zurich
Torretta stairwell. Photo: Dimitri&René Dürr, Zurich
Case di Ringhiera
Oxid Architektur, 2017-2021
The three new buildings create a place with a strong identity, while remaining open to interaction with the heterogeneous neighbourhood in which they are located. The five-storey “torretta” fits into the row of buildings lining the cantonal road, while the three-storey “casa di ringhiera” has a more intimate character, responding to the surrounding low-density residential context. The outdoor space acts as a connecting element, incorporating a playground, pedestrian walkway and neighbourhood square.
The “casa di ringhiera” also reinterprets the regional archetype, with a generous access balcony-veranda running around the large communal courtyard. The pair of buildings is constructed using prefabricated timber elements, promoting the economical use of resources.
The two existing underground garages have been retained and connected to create a shared parking facility serving all three buildings.
Visiting hours
- Saturday October 24th
09:30 – 10:15
Guided tour by Arch. Simone Biaggi
Free entry with limited capacity
Maximum 15 visitors - Saturday October 24th
10:30 – 11:15
Guided tour by Arch. Simone Biaggi
Free entry with limited capacity
Maximum 15 visitors - Saturday October 24th
11:30 – 12:15
Guided tour by Arch. Simone Biaggi
Free entry with limited capacity
Maximum 15 visitors - Saturday October 24th
12:30 – 13:15
Guided tour by Arch. Simone Biaggi
Free entry with limited capacity
Maximum 15 visitors
Guided tour with Arch. Simone Biaggi
Address
Via C. Ghiringhelli 57 a, b, e
6500 Bellinzona
Public transportation
From Bellinzona FFS railway station:
Bus no. 1 towards Camorino, Villaggio, from platform D; get off at Bellinzona, Posta Semine, followed by an approximately 4-minute walk (350 m).
Bus no. 3 towards S. Antonino, Centri Commerciali, from platform D; get off at Bellinzona, Isolabella, followed by an approximately 5-minute walk (400 m).
