Article source: MIRCO SIMONATO ARCHITECT

he cemetery renovation and extension project resolves the problem of lack of intimacy during the procession: the funeral cortege used to pass through the provincial road, losing their moment of recollection due to the presence of the local traffic.

The new entrance is located on the southern side, in Via Cimitero (cemetery road), at the end of a tree-lined and calm boulevard. This arrangement makes the space fit the emotional status of the processions gathered for the final farewell.

Simplicity and ceremony. A white wall acts as a backdrop, with a canopy to protect the priest conducting the religious service.

The same space is also designed to be used for private prayers and meditation, as can be inferred by the presence of four benches shaded by four trees.

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• Architects: MIRCO SIMONATO ARCHITECT
• Project: The Farewells Court – Cemetery Renovation And Extension
• Location: Megliadino San Vitale, Italy
  
• Client: Municipality of Megliadino San Vitale
• Collaborators: Irene Zambon, Mauro Parolo, Luca Manuele Simonato, Umberto Zerbinato

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