Via Spazzavento 20, Carmignano, Prato
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Archaeological Museum of Ostia Antica
Ostia
Ostia Antica was the river harbour of Rome, a connection between the city and the Mediterranean. Due to its extension of 150 hectares is the vastest archaeological park in the world, even if half of the ancient city is still underground. Because of several problems, it is not possible to perceive the quality and unicity of the site. Although the river course has given origin to the structure of the city, the essential presence of the Tiber river is not enough strengthened and underlined during the visit to the park. The project considers the demolition of the recent and inadequate structures and suggests a reorganization of the whole park, to reconnect the Archeological site with the Tiber. The roof level is in continuity with the ancient city level; this extension of the park towards the water permits an ultimate garden-terrace on as a new riverfront, while long reflecting pools underline the lost direction of the Tiber.