2019, November 29
Studio Fuksas wins the competition for Sveta Nedelya Square in Sofia, Bulgaria
Massimiliano and Doriana Fuksas won the international competition for the restoration of Sveta Nedelya Square in the heart of the historical centre of Sofia, Bulgaria.
The new Sveta Nedelya Square, with an area of 34.000 sqm will be a key intervention for the entire Nation. In order to create a strong cultural identity the project enhances and integrates the existent architectural heritage, the archeological findings and all the religious buildings, giving them equal cultural value. The aim of Studio Fuksas’ project is to reduce the dichotomy between the ancient and contemporary city.
“We started our design from the Roman framework, using the Cardo and Decumanus to extrapolate the square module, a pure geometric shape. The tram line divides the square grid in two parts, creating a public park and a paved square. The new Sveta Nedelya Square will not only be an open-air museum, but also a place of social interaction able to generate connections. We wanted to demonstrate the continuity between history and contemporary city by showing the presence of the ancient Roman cardo through the flooring, highlighting the fact that the principal ancient and contemporary flows still coincide. The archeological ruins will be protected and covered by walkable squared glass panels, unveiling and enhancing the different historical periods this place has lived through.”
Massimiliano and Doriana Fuksas
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