“Opera Aperta” Pavilion of the Holy See

“Opera Aperta” proposes to preserve the built environment and its social fabric, to repair and adapt rather than replace, and to approach architecture as an act of care that extends beyond buildings to encompass communities and ecosystems. Over six months, the project will breathe new life into an existing structure, through the collaboration of local artisans and participants seeking to preserve endangered crafts. The space will be managed collectively, with a community kitchen that will encourage encounters between residents and visitors.

The project conceives buildings as living ecosystems, where architecture is an infrastructure for social exchange. In addition to providing spaces for local musicians, its value lies in its social metabolism, promoting connections and learning. Opera Aperta remains intentionally unfinished by design, as an open process of continuous adaptation, rooted in the community and committed to valuing what already exists.