he City of Pinerolo has approved the general design project for the revitalisation of the courtyard of the Palazzo Comunale, developed within the RE-PUBLIC SPACES – Revitalisation of Public Spaces in Historic Cities project, implemented under the Interreg CENTRAL EUROPE Programme.
The approved project defines a comprehensive transformation of the courtyard into a more functional, climate-resilient, and people-friendly public space, while fully respecting its historic character and architectural context.
Key elements of the approved design include:
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reorganisation of the courtyard layout to prioritise pedestrian areas and social use,
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introduction of new greenery, including trees, shrubs, planters, and green screens,
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installation of rainwater collection tanks connected to existing downpipes to support irrigation,
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implementation of permeable and light-coloured pavement treatments to reduce overheating and mitigate the urban heat island effect,
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creation of shaded areas with a solar pergola,
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installation of new urban furniture such as benches, tables, seating elements, and bicycle racks,
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enhancement of the central basin as a green focal point of the courtyard.
The project uses climate-sensitive solutions, including vegetation-based cooling, water retention, and surface treatments designed to improve the courtyard’s microclimate. The approved design provides a solid technical and conceptual basis for the next stages of implementation.