For Studio Lauria Network, accessibility is not a compliance exercise but a central aspect of architectural quality. In projects for the Bargello Museums, the Accademia Gallery and the Laurentian Library, the practice has addressed the delicate relationship between historic heritage, inclusion and technical innovation, designing routes, museum displays, entrances, lifts, ramps, services and solutions for people with different disabilities.
with different disabilities. Working on monumental buildings requires expertise in architectural restoration, knowledge of regulations and strong design sensitivity. Every decision must improve access without weakening the character of the place. This is why the Plan for the Elimination of Architectural Barriers (PEBA) becomes a strategic tool: it makes it possible to understand a historic museum as a complete experience, from the street to the gallery and from wayfinding to safety.
Within an integrated design practice, accessibility, building services, exhibition design and restoration are coordinated from the earliest stages. The result is architecture that is more open, more legible and more authoritative — an essential quality for cultural institutions, public clients and owners of prestigious properties. This expertise creates tangible value: more visitors, smoother routes, fewer management issues and a cultural reputation aligned with international standards.
Aware of the challenges of globalisation, we draw on Italian creativity to develop projects that respect and enhance local identities and cultures.
