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Nuova mensa scolastica NZEB a Urbania | Edilizia scolastica PNRR
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Interview on TG Regione for the construction of the new school canteen in Urbania

By Daniele Ridolfi,

School building in Urbania: new prefabricated NZEB canteen funded by the PNRR

The school building project currently underway in the Municipality of Urbania (PU) was recently discussed in an interview given by Eng. Arch. Federico Paci to TG Regione, focusing on the construction of a new school canteen serving public buildings dedicated to primary and lower secondary education.

The project involves the construction of a new building near the “Della Rovere” school complex, within an area currently used partly as a public park and partly as a school courtyard. The intervention is funded under the PNRR – Next Generation EU, Mission 4 Education and Research, Component 1, Investment 1.2, and is developed at the Executive Design stage, with the aim of expanding and qualifying school services through the introduction of a canteen, a function that is currently absent.

A strategic facility for the local school system

The new canteen is conceived as a strategic infrastructure to strengthen the educational offer and support the extension of full-time schooling. The building is designed to serve primary and lower secondary schools in a coordinated manner, with dedicated pedestrian routes ensuring full integration with the existing school system. Promoted by the Municipality of Urbania, the intervention is part of a broader public program aimed at upgrading and modernizing the local school building stock.

Design approach, size, and functional layout

The building is developed on a single above-ground level within an area of nearly 2,000 square meters and is functionally organized into two main zones: the refectory and the service block.
The access system is differentiated: a main entrance dedicated to students arriving from the school courtyard, a secondary entrance that can also be used for extracurricular activities, and a service entrance reserved for staff and for loading and unloading goods. The internal layout includes a large refectory, a kitchen for meal preparation with separated clean and dirty flows, a pantry directly accessible from the outside, restrooms for users, staff changing rooms, and service spaces.

Prefabrication and seismic safety

From a structural standpoint, the project adopts a mixed construction system. The refectory is built using prefabricated reinforced concrete structures, while the service block is constructed with cast-in-place reinforced concrete, featuring a frame structure and a flat slab system in reinforced concrete and masonry.
Geotechnical investigations identified the need for deep pile foundations, ensuring the safety and stability of the building in relation to local soil conditions. The entire intervention is designed in compliance with current seismic safety regulations, providing high levels of protection for a facility intended for school use.

NZEB standards and building systems

The new school canteen is designed in accordance with NZEB (Nearly Zero Energy Building) criteria, through the integration of a high-performance building envelope and efficient building services systems. Energy demand reduction is achieved through passive strategies and high-performance construction solutions, while building systems are sized to maximize the use of renewable energy sources and minimize non-renewable primary energy consumption.
The building is equipped with direct expansion HVAC systems, ventilation systems to ensure proper indoor air exchange, a domestic hot water production system based on a heat pump, as well as complete electrical systems including standard and emergency lighting, grounding, and lightning protection.

Accessibility, fire safety, and maintenance

Thanks to its single-level layout and a design compliant with Ministerial Decree D.M. 236/1989, the building is fully accessible, ensuring usability for people with reduced mobility. From a fire safety standpoint, the canteen does not fall under activities subject to Fire Brigade control; nevertheless, the kitchen—powered partly by induction and partly by natural gas—is designed in full compliance with the applicable fire prevention regulations.
Construction and material choices prioritize durability, ease of maintenance, and long-term reliability, with particular attention to the use of dry construction systems and building services solutions that are easy to manage throughout the building’s lifecycle.

Executive design and integrated approach

The executive design is developed by ENGLOBE soc. cons. a r.l., coordinated by Eng. Arch. Federico Paci, with the contribution of a multidisciplinary team covering architecture, structures, building services, and geology. The intervention represents a concrete example of integrated design applied to school buildings, capable of translating regulatory requirements, sustainability objectives, and functional needs into a technically sound, efficient, and replicable solution.

Recap 2025 ENGLOBE: progettazione integrata, BIM e cantieri complessi
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2025 Recap: Integrated Design, People, and Organizational Growth

By Daniele Ridolfi,

A Year of Transition and Growing Responsibility

For ENGLOBE, 2025 marked a year of consolidation and, at the same time, structured evolution. The launch of numerous construction sites and the management of complex projects required stronger internal processes and an increasingly integrated vision of contemporary design.

The firm’s activity spanned multiple fields, from architectural and structural design to construction management, from safety coordination to the advanced use of BIM as a tool for coordination, control, and project quality.

Integrated Design as an Operational Method

Throughout the year, ENGLOBE operated as a unified system, connecting multidisciplinary expertise within coordinated processes. The redevelopment of existing assets, new school buildings, and healthcare facilities were addressed through an approach that integrates design, technical management, and control of construction phases.
Integrated design was not conceived as a simple sum of disciplines, but as an operational method capable of reducing complexity, improving dialogue among stakeholders, and increasing the reliability of design decisions.

People at the Center of the Organization

2025 was also a year focused on people. New hires, internal professional growth, and the strengthening of organizational procedures helped build a more structured and aware working environment.
Attention to the quality of work, relationships with clients, and collaboration with partners and consultants became an integral part of the company’s strategy.

Looking Ahead with Method and Vision

This recap tells the story of a path shaped by responsibility, complex decisions, and the ability to learn from experience. A year that laid the foundations to face future design challenges with greater organizational maturity and a long-term vision.
ENGLOBE continues to work toward a clear idea of the future: engineering, architecture, and people as parts of a single system.

ENGLOBE. Engineering the future.

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ENGLOBE Christmas Dinner 2025: an evening dedicated to people and the value of collaboration

By Daniele Ridolfi,

A moment of sharing to reflect on a year of growth

On Friday, December 5, ENGLOBE held its traditional Christmas Dinner, bringing together professionals from the Pesaro, Fano, and Milan offices. The evening also provided an opportunity to reflect on the 2025 journey—an eventful year marked by new commissions, the expansion of multidisciplinary teams, improved internal processes, and the consolidation of an integrated design model.

The value of people along the journey

The evening centered on the question, “Where are we headed?”, focusing on awareness of the path taken and the direction ahead. ENGLOBE representatives were invited to share their reflections in response. Their contributions highlighted the central role of people and collaboration, where diversity and multidisciplinarity are invaluable assets that ensure shared, sustainable growth.

Toward 2026: design, innovation, and operational continuity

Beyond being a moment of enjoyment and conviviality, the Christmas Dinner also served to outline key strategic directions for the year ahead, with particular attention to process digitalization, strengthening BIM, advancing building services engineering, internal training, and the evolution of the organizational model.
Report Guamari 2025 Englobe e Studio Paci
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Presentation of the Guamari 2025 Report: Studio Paci and Englobe Confirmed Among the Featured Firms

By Daniele Ridolfi,

The Event at Politecnico di Milano

Today, December 11, 2025, the official presentation of the 2025 Report on the Italian Architecture, Engineering and Construction Industry, published by Guamari, is taking place at the Politecnico di Milano, Aula Osvaldo De Donato.

The Report is widely recognized as one of the most authoritative annual analyses of the Italian AEC sector, providing an updated overview of the economic performance, organizational models, and market positioning of leading architecture, engineering, and construction firms.

Studio Paci Confirmed Among the Selected Architecture Firms

Once again this year, Studio Paci, a consortium member of Englobe Soc. Cons. a r.l., is included in the architecture firms ranking featured in the Guamari 2025 Report.

This confirmation reflects the firm’s economic solidity, technical specialization, and continuity of growth, supported by an integrated design approach applied to complex public works, rehabilitation projects, and architectural and urban-scale interventions.

Being listed in the Report further strengthens Studio Paci’s national visibility and highlights its ability to combine architectural, structural, and MEP expertise within a coordinated, multidisciplinary framework.

Report Guamari 2025 Englobe e Studio Paci

Englobe Among the Leading Design Consortia

The Guamari 2025 Report also includes Englobe among the leading Italian design consortia, recognizing its organizational structure, multidisciplinary coordination capacity, and operational reliability.

This acknowledgment confirms the increasing role of design consortia as strategic technical platforms within the Italian AEC market, particularly for large-scale public projects and complex procurement procedures.

A Strategic Observatory on the AEC Industry

Today’s presentation provides a comprehensive overview of the trends currently shaping the sector, including process digitalization, the growth of aggregated professional models, the expansion of high-value technical services, and the progressive integration of BIM-based workflows.

For firms such as Studio Paci and Englobe, the Guamari Report represents a strategic benchmark for market positioning, performance assessment, and long-term development planning.
ENGLOBE al Forum Imprenditoriale Italia–Arabia Saudita 2025: infrastrutture, edilizia e sviluppo sostenibile
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ENGLOBE at the Italy–Saudi Arabia Business Forum 2025: Infrastructure, Construction, and Sustainable Development

By Daniele Ridolfi,

A strategic platform for Italian–Saudi cooperation

The Italy–Saudi Arabia Business Forum, organized by the Italian Trade Agency (ICE), brought together more than 900 companies in Riyadh from the infrastructure, construction, automotive, sustainable mobility, and furniture sectors. Led by Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani, the event represents a key institutional platform supporting Saudi Vision 2030 and the country’s ambitious national development programs.

Bilateral trade between Italy and Saudi Arabia grew by 67% between 2020 and 2024, with Italian exports up by +27.8% in 2024 alone. In this context, the Forum strengthens collaboration around sustainability, digital innovation, and integrated infrastructure systems.

ENGLOBE al Forum Imprenditoriale Italia–Arabia Saudita 2025: infrastrutture, edilizia e sviluppo sostenibile

ENGLOBE’s contribution: integrated design and technical expertise

ENGLOBE participated in the Forum as a multidisciplinary engineering and architecture firm, presenting its expertise in infrastructure projects, public buildings, and advanced design solutions. The event provided opportunities to engage with Saudi stakeholders interested in innovative architectural, structural, and MEP engineering approaches, with a strong focus on sustainability and energy efficiency.

With major investments underway — including the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) and the Expo Riyadh 2030 programs — ENGLOBE positions itself as a reliable technical partner capable of delivering high-quality, process-driven design solutions.

International growth: a structured and steadily expanding pathway

ENGLOBE’s participation in the Riyadh Forum marks an important step within an international growth path that the company has been pursuing over the past few years. The expansion into foreign markets is supported by a strategy built on three key pillars: strengthening technical expertise, developing structured partnerships, and establishing a solid presence within major multilateral procurement platforms.

ENGLOBE is progressively strengthening its international presence by taking part in global Expressions of Interest and public tenders. The company is currently focusing on the Turkish and Armenian markets, with potential expansion into countries involved in reconstruction and development programs. A key milestone in this journey is the second-place ranking in an EU-funded international competition for the Gyumri Market and Culinary School project — a clear confirmation of ENGLOBE’s technical strength and competitive approach. The firm’s use of advanced digital tools, multidisciplinary BIM models, and structured project management systems ensures operational continuity and consistent quality, even in complex international environments.

Strengthening industrial cooperation between Italy and Saudi Arabia

The cooperation agreement signed between the Italian Embassy in Riyadh and Expo 2030 Riyadh Company further expands opportunities for Italian enterprises in major cultural, urban, and infrastructure developments. ENGLOBE’s participation in the Forum highlights its commitment to contributing technical expertise to large-scale, high-impact projects aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.
ENGLOBE Intervista corporate: visione, metodo e responsabilità in un’unica regia
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Corporate Interview: Vision, Method, and Responsibility in a Single Director

By Daniele Ridolfi,

A shared vision of integrated design

ENGLOBE’s corporate interview highlights an approach that brings together architecture, structural and MEP engineering, fire safety, and end-to-end process management—from tender to handover. A single point of coordination reduces time and risk while ensuring technical consistency and decision traceability in integrated design.

Voices: experience and accountability

Federico Paci (Chairman), Fabio Bargnesi (Vice Chairman), Pietro Paci (Board Member), and Marco Montagna (Business Developer) discuss priorities and methods: restoration as the core business and cultural driver for heritage assets; single-point accountability as a quality and risk-control lever; and BIM-enabled workflows to align disciplines, costs, and schedules.

Client value: measurable outcomes

Integrated design is not a sum of specialties but a system that turns complexity into measurable outcomes: quality, whole-life cost, and execution reliability. Public and private clients benefit from a short decision chain, continuous control over deliverables, and clear technical responsibility.

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ENGLOBE partecipa alla gara UE per la progettazione MEP e strutturale del “Gyumri Market and Culinary School” in Armenia
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ENGLOBE participates in the EU tender for MEP and structural design of the “Gyumri Market and Culinary School” in Armenia

By Daniele Ridolfi,

A strategic EU tender reinforcing ENGLOBE’s international presence

ENGLOBE took part in the international tender financed by the European Union for the MEP and structural design services of the “Gyumri Market and Culinary School”, managed by the Simonian Educational Foundation – TUMO Center for Creative Technologies.

This procedure aligns with ENGLOBE’s wider commitment to European initiatives in the Caucasus, a region in which the European Union is actively supporting urban regeneration, youth development, and innovation. It constitutes a valuable opportunity to reinforce the Group’s position in a rapidly changing environment. Consistent with this approach, participation in tenders governed by the EuropeAid and PRAG framework is a key element in expanding ENGLOBE’s reach within multilateral markets.

Tender objective and required technical scope

The tender aimed to deliver full MEP and structural design for a multifunctional complex integrating:

  • a renewed urban market,
  • a culinary school dedicated to professional training,
  • public spaces supporting cultural and economic development in the city of Gyumri.

The technical scope included:

  • complete structural design,
  • complete MEP design (mechanical, electrical, and specialist systems),
  • preparation of the full technical dossier,
  • integration with the administrative, economic, and contractual provisions of the call,
  • compliance with EU requirements for sustainable and low-carbon building solutions.

The project sought to create a replicable model of sustainable architecture, capable of combining innovation, local supply chains, and the valorization of Armenia’s culinary heritage.

Armenia: a key country in EU strategies and a new area of work for ENGLOBE

The Gyumri tender is part of broader EU programs focused on local development, post-industrial regeneration, and youth education. For ENGLOBE, it represents an opportunity to apply consolidated expertise in MEP systems, structural engineering, urban regeneration, and integrated design within a rapidly evolving context.

Participation in PRAG-based tenders confirms the Group’s commitment to expanding its activities toward European projects of high technical and territorial complexity.

Outcome of the procedure

The procedure was awarded to another firm, placing ENGLOBE in second position. While this could be viewed as an unfavorable outcome, its meaning for ENGLOBE is quite different.

In this phase of strong expansion and international consolidation, securing second place in a high-level EU tender clearly indicates that ENGLOBE is progressing in the right direction. It reaffirms the quality of our technical proposal, the competitiveness of the Group, and the strategic importance of maintaining an active presence in international markets.

ENGLOBE partecipa alla gara UE per la progettazione MEP e strutturale del “Gyumri Market and Culinary School” in Armenia
IoArch Pubblicazione Intervista Federico Paci Englobe Guamari
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IoArch Interview: Market Positioning, Complex Restorations and International Outlook

By Daniele Ridolfi,

IoArch Interview: Strategic Positioning, Complex Restoration Projects, and International Market Expansion

Issue 120 of IoArch features an in-depth interview with Federico Paci, President of ENGLOBE and CEO of the associated firm Studio Paci. The article, part of a broader report on financial performance and strategic growth in Italian design firms, highlights key themes including market positioning, client strategy, and the international trajectory of integrated design services.

A central focus of the interview is positioning. Over the years, the firm has built a strong and recognizable presence in the fields of architectural restoration and cultural-heritage engineering, relying on highly specialized know-how, methodical rigor, and technical credibility. By selecting complex assignments and clients who understand the value of professional services, the studio has avoided the “lowest-bid logic,” investing instead in quality-driven projects and a financially solid operating model.

IoArch Pubblicazione Intervista Federico Paci Englobe Guamari Camerino

The interview also examines the importance of a structured internal organization: a multidisciplinary team supported by dedicated coordinators ensures technical continuity, process control, and consistently high-quality deliverables, while maintaining sustainable margins.

Regarding market trends, Paci identifies a clear pattern: in Italy, investment continues to focus on restoration, urban regeneration, and building safety. Internationally, however, demand for engineering and architecture is growing especially in developing countries, UNESCO heritage areas, and regions affected by natural disasters—contexts where Italian expertise in heritage recovery offers a significant competitive advantage.

IoArch Pubblicazione Intervista Federico Paci Englobe Guamari

Among the recent flagship projects mentioned, the interview highlights the restoration and rehabilitation of the monumental complex of Camerino. Initiated in 2016, the intervention addressed the entire architectural organism, including structural strengthening, material restoration, functional upgrades, and seismic improvement. It stands as a representative case study demonstrating the capacity of Italian engineering to manage large-scale historic assets.

The IoArch feature confirms how advanced restoration expertise, combined with the ability to operate in technically demanding scenarios, continues to distinguish ENGLOBE in both national and international markets.

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ENGLOBE esprime interesse per il programma ADB dedicato alla ricostruzione sismica delle scuole in Armenia
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ENGLOBE expresses interest in the ADB program for seismic reconstruction of schools in Armenia

By Daniele Ridolfi,

A strategic commitment to ADB multilateral programs

ENGLOBE has launched a detailed review of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) programs for the seismic reconstruction of Armenian schools and has shown interest in the planned intervention for Voskehat Secondary School under the Seismic Safety Enhancement Project (SSEP).

Engagement in such initiatives represents an important step in ENGLOBE’s international strategy, which aims to operate consistently within Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) programs, educational infrastructure development, and activities supported by multilateral institutions.

The SSEP program and prospects for technical intervention

The SSEP, financed by the Japan Fund for Prosperous and Resilient Asia and the Pacific, complements the ongoing Seismic Safety Improvement Program (SSIP), which aims to enhance the seismic safety of dozens of Armenian schools through retrofitting, partial reconstruction, and structural strengthening.

The project for Voskehat Secondary School, detailed in the Social Safeguards Due Diligence Report, includes:

  • structural strengthening of foundations, walls, and floor systems;
  • full upgrade of MEP networks (water, power, heating, sewage);
  • improved accessibility through ramps and elevators;
  • rehabilitation of auxiliary buildings and outdoor spaces;
  •  application of ADB guidelines on environmental and social safeguards, GRM, and public consultation.

These are complex, high-value technical interventions that align perfectly with ENGLOBE’s expertise in integrated design and structural safety.

Why Armenia is an area of interest for ENGLOBE

In recent years, Armenia has launched an extensive plan to improve the resilience of its school infrastructure. ADB programs (SSIP and SSEP) stand out for their direct impact on student safety and their strong institutional capacity-building component.

ENGLOBE recognizes in the Armenian context:

  • the high technical value of the interventions;
  • a rigorous approach to seismic-risk mitigation;
  • a structured multilateral framework with ADB oversight and advanced technical standards;
  • an opportunity to contribute to the modernization of school infrastructure in a highly seismic country.

Next steps

ENGLOBE will continue to monitor ADB initiatives in the seismic and educational sectors and will evaluate participation in future formal procedures, with the goal of providing integrated expertise in architecture, structural engineering, MEP systems, and risk management.

ENGLOBE esprime interesse per il programma ADB dedicato alla ricostruzione sismica delle scuole in Armenia
ENGLOBE presenta la Manifestazione di Interesse per la progettazione di edifici pubblici a Istanbul (Türkiye) nell’ambito del programma ISMEP
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ENGLOBE submits its Expression of Interest for the design of public buildings in Istanbul (Türkiye) under the ISMEP Program

By Daniele Ridolfi,

A new step forward in ENGLOBE’s international strategy

ENGLOBE has submitted its Expression of Interest for the design services within the ISMEP Istanbul Seismic Risk Mitigation and Emergency Preparedness Program. The initiative, financed by the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), involves the full design of approximately twenty public buildings, primarily schools, distributed across the city of Istanbul.

This participation forms part of a broader strategy through which ENGLOBE aims to strengthen its presence in Türkiye, a country of strategic importance for design activities in seismic-risk areas and for the implementation of structured urban-resilience policies. Programs such as ISMEP require strong multidisciplinary expertise, making the Turkish market a natural context for the development of architectural, engineering, and building-safety services.

Scope of the procedure: integrated design of strategic public buildings

The requested service includes full design activities, from architectural concept development to the preparation of tender documentation. The scope includes:

  • conceptual architectural drawings for each site, calibrated to local conditions and stakeholder needs;
  • geotechnical investigations and data collection to assess soil conditions and foundation behavior;
  • detailed structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical, fire-safety, communication, infrastructure, and external-works design, in compliance with the updated Turkish building codes for seismic-risk areas;
  • preparation of technical specifications, Bills of Quantities, and tender documents for the executive design package;
  • the possibility of developing buildings according to green building standards and post-disaster self-sufficiency criteria, integrating nature-based solutions.

Why ISMEP represents a structural opportunity for ENGLOBE

Participation in this call reinforces ENGLOBE’s positioning within multilateral processes, particularly in initiatives supported by development banks. The ISMEP Program, given its scale, complexity, and social relevance, provides an ideal framework for applying the expertise ENGLOBE has developed in the design of schools and public buildings, in seismic-risk management, and in the application of advanced technical standards.

This Expression of Interest is part of a broader trajectory of international growth that aims to consolidate the Group’s capacity to operate in highly regulated contexts, guided by a long-term vision focused on safety, construction quality, and sustainability.

ENGLOBE presenta la Manifestazione di Interesse per la progettazione di edifici pubblici a Istanbul (Türkiye) nell’ambito del programma ISMEP