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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
Classifiche GUAMARI "Campioni di Crescita"
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Studio Paci among the “Growth Champions 2025” of Italian Architecture

By Daniele Ridolfi,

The Guamari Report on the Architecture and Engineering Industry

The new “Report on the Italian Architecture, Engineering and Construction Industry 2025”, curated by Guamari Srl and authored by Aldo Norsa and Stefano Vecchiarino, will be officially presented on December 11 at the Politecnico di Milano.

An exclusive preview published by Il Sole 24 Ore | NT+ Local Authorities & Construction revealed the ranking of the Growth Champions 2025 — the 50 architecture and engineering firms that achieved the most significant growth over the last five years.

This analysis highlights the financial performance and business evolution of the leading players in Italy’s AEC sector, underlining those who have demonstrated remarkable continuity and innovation in their development strategies.

Studio Paci: 16th place among Italian architecture firms

Studio Paci, a member company of the Englobe consortium, ranks 16th nationwide, recording a +261.6% revenue increase over the past five years.

This result reflects a strategic path focused on multidisciplinary integration, digital innovation, and technical excellence. Studio Paci’s growth is rooted in a solid commitment to BIM design, process optimization, and architectural heritage enhancement, all cornerstones of Englobe’s integrated design philosophy.

Innovation and professional continuity

Being included among the Growth Champions 2025 represents a milestone that confirms the strength of an organizational model based on collaboration, digital tools, and sustainable design practices.

Studio Paci’s consistent growth demonstrates the value of long-term investment in people, technology, and process quality — values shared across the Englobe network and reflected in every project.

Classifiche GUAMARI "Campioni di Crescita"
ENGLOBE rafforza la propria presenza nei progetti internazionali di mitigazione sismica
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ENGLOBE strengthens its presence in international seismic-mitigation projects

By Daniele Ridolfi,

ENGLOBE’s strategic interest in the Turkish market and in AIIB international programs

ENGLOBE has submitted its Expression of Interest for the Istanbul Seismic Risk Mitigation and Emergency Preparedness (ISMEP) Program, one of the most prominent international initiatives dedicated to large-scale urban seismic-risk reduction. The procedure, financed by the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), concerns feasibility studies and the design of seismic-retrofit interventions for up to 60 public buildings across the city of Istanbul.

This initiative represents a strategic step for ENGLOBE in strengthening its presence in international markets, with particular attention to countries equipped with structured programs for seismic-risk mitigation, heritage rehabilitation, and retrofitting. In this scenario, Türkiye represents a strategic environment, with its history, regulatory framework, and high seismic risk aligning well with the capabilities of a group specializing in integrated design and complex public-building upgrades.

Scope of work: vulnerability assessments and design of interventions

The request for Expressions of Interest covers a multidisciplinary service that includes:

  • Vulnerability assessment of the entire area, through analysis of available data, in-situ testing, and targeted technical investigations.
    • Preliminary and final design of seismic-retrofitting interventions, including architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical design, as well as cost estimates and bills of quantities.
    • Preparation of technical specifications, design drawings, and tender documents using the most advanced retrofitting techniques compliant with Turkish seismic regulations.
    • Comparative cost analysis between retrofitting and demolition/reconstruction, with evaluation of the technical and economic feasibility for each public building.

The project focuses on building types of high social priority, including schools, hospitals, and public offices, which form the backbone of the city’s emergency-management system.

An opportunity aligned with ENGLOBE’s mission

ENGLOBE’s interest in the Turkish market aligns with a broader strategic objective to strengthen its engagement with multilateral programs and development-bank initiatives, which represent a key axis of the Group’s growth strategy for the coming years. Initiatives such as ISMEP require advanced competencies in seismic engineering, integrated design, and multidisciplinary coordination. These disciplines are firmly embedded in ENGLOBE’s operational model.

Participation in this Expression of Interest reaffirms ENGLOBE’s capacity to operate within highly complex operational contexts and to contribute to urban seismic resilience through rigorous, evidence-based, and sustainability-oriented technical solutions.

Next steps

Submitting the Expression of Interest represents the first stage of the selection process. If shortlisted, ENGLOBE will submit its complete technical proposal in accordance with the QCBS – Quality and Cost Based Selection procedure required by AIIB.

ENGLOBE rafforza la propria presenza nei progetti internazionali di mitigazione sismica
ENGLOBE nuovo Sponsor Victoria Libertas Pesaro. Una partnership strategica per la stagione 2025/2026
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ENGLOBE Becomes the New Sponsor of Victoria Libertas Pesaro: A Strategic Partnership for the 2025/2026 Season

By Daniele Ridolfi,

Partnership Between Local Excellence, Design, and Sport

For the 2025/2026 sports season, ENGLOBE is pleased to announce its role as Special Sponsor of Victoria Libertas Pesaro. This collaboration stems from a strong synergy between two organizations which, although active in different fields, share the same core values: technical excellence, teamwork, and a continuous drive toward innovation.

An Agreement Guided by Local Excellence

The decision to become a Sponsor of Victoria Libertas Pesaro is no coincidence; it reflects ENGLOBE’s commitment to supporting outstanding organizations within the territory. There is a clear parallel between the basketball court and the technical office:

The red-and-white team pursues the highest level of athletic performance.
ENGLOBE invests daily in expertise and process quality.

This partnership goes far beyond brand visibility. It represents a concrete commitment to the local community and to the pursuit of quality. The two organizations will work together through initiatives, events, and communication activities designed to highlight the connection between highly specialized design and high-level athletic performance.

We invite all our stakeholders to follow this new path. We are confident that this union between engineering and sports passion will generate tangible benefits, the result of a structured collaboration built upon a shared vision for the future.
ENGLOBE: primi in graduatoria e nuove aggiudicazioni nel Centro Italia
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ENGLOBE: first in ranking and new awards across Central Italy

By Daniele Ridolfi,

Across Central Italy, ENGLOBE consolidates its presence in key post-earthquake reconstruction initiatives, achieving first place in several public tenders and securing new project awards.
Five works united by a shared vision: safety, sustainability, and respect for identity.

Pioraco Town Hall (MC) | Awarded

The project includes structural repair, seismic upgrading, and energy retrofit of the historic Town Hall. The refurbished ground floor will host strategic municipal functions, turning the building into a civic catalyst for the town’s regeneration.

Ex SAM Complex in Muccia (MC) | First in ranking

The project involves demolition and reconstruction of the former industrial site with anti-seismic, nZEB, and BIM-integrated design criteria, transforming it into a multifunctional hub for local enterprises, fairs, and shared services.

Ex Santa Marta Building, Collemaggio (AQ) | Awarded

Seismic and architectural rehabilitation of Building B5 at the former Santa Maria di Collemaggio complex, reconnecting its historical and functional continuity within L’Aquila’s urban fabric.

Covered Market in L’Aquila (AQ) | First in ranking

In partnership with Arch. Benedetta Tagliabue – EMBT, ENGLOBE designs a contemporary market hall in Piazza D’Armi: a luminous urban space that bridges the city’s historic and future cores.

Historic Center of Accumoli (RI) | First in ranking

Reconstruction of damaged buildings aims to restore the identity of the village, turning post-earthquake recovery into a cultural act of memory and community resilience.
ENGLOBE ha seguito tutte le fasi di progettazione del Palazzo Arcivescovile di Camerino, simbolo di rinascita dopo il sisma 2016.
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After the Silence, Rebirth: Reopening of Camerino’s Archbishop’s Palace and Diocesan Museum

By Daniele Ridolfi,

Camerino, October 16, 2025 – After years of restoration and reconstruction, the Archbishop’s Palace of Camerino and the Diocesan Museum “Monsignor Giacomo Boccanera” have officially reopened, symbolizing the cultural and spiritual rebirth of the city and its community.

Since 2021, ENGLOBE has been responsible for the preliminary, detailed, and executive design, as well as the health and safety coordination during design, for the entire palace. This long and meticulous process has brought new life to one of the region’s most important architectural landmarks.

As stated by the President of the Marche Region, Francesco Acquaroli: “Reopening the Archbishop’s Palace and the Diocesan Museum represents a fundamental step for Camerino, for our region, and for the entire earthquake crater. Returning this place to the community means restoring a vital part of daily life and of the city’s identity.”

Built in the 16th century by Bishop Berardo Bongiovanni, the palace stands beside the cathedral and preserves layers of historical and architectural heritage. The project involved seismic strengthening, spatial reorganization, and restoration of the medieval underground areas, enhancing the original structure’s integrity and beauty.

Directed by Dr. Barbara Mastrocola, the Giacomo Boccanera Diocesan Museum displays works by Luca Signorelli, Giovan Battista Gaulli, Giovanni Boccati, Carlo Crivelli, and Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, reflecting the rich spiritual and artistic legacy of Camerino’s diocese.

The reopening event, “After the Silence, Rebirth”, gathered President Acquaroli, Archbishop Francesco Massara, Reconstruction Commissioner Guido Castelli, Mayor Roberto Lucarelli, and numerous authorities and citizens.

For ENGLOBE, participating in the inauguration marked the conclusion of a journey that began in 2021 — a journey of silent rebirth, technical precision, and cultural commitment to restoring one of Camerino’s most treasured symbols.

ENGLOBE ha seguito tutte le fasi di progettazione del Palazzo Arcivescovile di Camerino, simbolo di rinascita dopo il sisma 2016.

After the Silence, Rebirth: Reopening of Camerino’s Archbishop’s Palace and Diocesan Museum

Collaborazione con il Politecnico di Milano per l’analisi strutturale delle volte storiche del Palazzo Ducale di Urbino
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Collaboration with Politecnico di Milano for Structural Analysis of Historic Vaults at the Ducal Palace of Urbino

By Daniele Ridolfi,

A simplified FEM approach for assessing historic masonry vaults

As part of the restoration and seismic upgrading of the “Casermette” building—an annex of the Ducal Palace of Urbino and home to the Galleria Nazionale delle Marche—Englobe collaborated with the research team led by Prof. Gabriele Milani and Ing. Natalia Pingaro from Politecnico di Milano.

The study focused on the large-span brick barrel vault located in the basement level. A simplified nonlinear FEM model was developed using elastic-brittle truss elements and a heterogeneous discretization strategy, offering engineers a practical yet robust tool for structural analysis of heritage masonry.

The results were presented at COMPDYN 2025, one of the leading international conferences on structural dynamics and earthquake engineering.

From survey to validation

Englobe’s structural engineering team—Marco Magnani, Carlo Priori, and Guido Camarda—provided geometric surveys, construction data, and technical support based on their ongoing role in the structural design and site management for the restoration works.

This real-world data was integrated into the FEM model and validated against manual kinematic analysis and upper bound limit analysis software. The consistency among the methods confirmed the reliability of the proposed approach under both gravity and seismic loads.

Client and design team

Client: Italian Ministry of Culture – Ducal Palace of Urbino
Architectural Design and Site Supervision: Arch. Francesco Primari
MEP Design: Eng. Lorenzo Santi
Project Manager (RUP): Arch. Biagio De Martinis

This case demonstrates the value of bridging research and practice in heritage engineering. The synergy between Politecnico di Milano and Englobe showcases a replicable model of cooperation that combines academic rigor with engineering pragmatism.

Download the COMPDYN 2025 abstract [PDF link]

Forum Economico Italia–Libia Report ENGLOBE
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Italy–Libya Economic Forum | Benghazi, June 24–26, 2025

By Daniele Ridolfi,

A Strategic Opportunity to Strengthen Institutional Relations and Open New Operational Perspectives in Libya’s Infrastructure Sector

The Italy–Libya Economic Forum, organized by the Italian–Libyan Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with local and international institutions, took place in Benghazi from June 24 to 26, 2025. The initiative brought together government representatives, local authorities, companies, and infrastructure-sector stakeholders to strengthen economic cooperation between the two countries, with a particular focus on urban reconstruction, residential housing, public infrastructure, energy, and logistics.

ENGLOBE’s Participation

ENGLOBE took part in the event as a multidisciplinary technical operator active in integrated design for international markets, with a particular focus on urban development programs and the regeneration of civil infrastructure in North Africa. Participation in the Forum made it possible to strengthen institutional relationships, gather first-hand information on concrete opportunities, and initiate dialogue with strategic stakeholders, including:

  • Libyan agencies responsible for urban planning and post-conflict reconstruction

  • Representatives of the Ministries of Housing, Transport, and Education

  • Business delegations from Tripoli, Misurata, and Benghazi

  • Italian companies already operating in Libya in the construction, energy, and services sectors

Forum Economico Italia–Libia Report ENGLOBE

Key Topics and Operational Perspectives

During the plenary sessions and B2B meetings, several areas of converging interest emerged:



  • Housing and urban regeneration: local authorities are promoting projects aimed at restoring and expanding the residential building stock, with a focus on prefabricated, resilient, and sustainable solutions.

  • School and healthcare facilities: a strong need has been identified for the reconstruction and expansion of public buildings dedicated to education and healthcare, in line with international standards.

  • Logistics, ports, and transport networks: coastal cities—Benghazi in particular—are seeking to strengthen strategic connections with Italy and the Mediterranean through integrated projects.

  • Access to multilateral financing: several programs are co-financed by international funds, including UNDP, the World Bank, and the Islamic Development Bank, with a strong demand for certified technical expertise.

Conclusions

ENGLOBE’s participation in the Forum confirmed the growing relevance of the Libyan market for Italian engineering and architecture firms. In particular, opportunities are emerging to:

  • establish partnerships with local counterparts

  • participate in public tenders and projects financed by international donors

  • offer integrated design services through a flexible, modular approach tailored to post-conflict contexts

ENGLOBE intends to continue its internationalization pathway, including participation in future technical missions and industry events across the MENA region.
Settimana internazionale per ENGLOBE tra relazioni istituzionali e osservatori di settore
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An intense week for ENGLOBE across institutional relations and industry observatories

By Daniele Ridolfi,

A Strategic Agenda Across Italy, North Africa, and Europe

The week of June 23–26, 2025 marks a period of intense institutional and networking activity for ENGLOBE, fully aligned with its international expansion strategy and positioning within key technical and professional networks.

On June 23, ENGLOBE took part for the first time in the annual members’ assembly of OICE—the association affiliated with Confindustria representing organizations active in engineering, architecture, and technical-economic consultancy—following the consortium’s recent admission. The event provided an important opportunity to consolidate ENGLOBE’s presence at strategic discussion tables focused on the future of public procurement, international projects, and digitalization within the AEC sector.

From June 24 to 26, ENGLOBE is present in Benghazi for the Libya–Italy Economic Forum, organized by the Italian–Libyan Chamber of Commerce. The initiative represents a concrete opportunity to develop new relationships with public and private institutions and companies operating in urban reconstruction, housing, and infrastructure across North Africa.

Finally, on June 26 ENGLOBE will attend the International Conference Tall Buildings 2025, the 14th edition of the leading event dedicated to complex structural engineering and high-rise buildings. The conference offers a key opportunity for technical updates and professional exchange on materials, technologies, and integrated design approaches applied to European and international skyscrapers.

Through this agenda, ENGLOBE strengthens its presence in the arenas where project policies take shape, opening new avenues for collaboration and investment on a global scale.

Settimana internazionale per ENGLOBE tra relazioni istituzionali e osservatori di settore
Consegna cantiere lavori restauro Teatro San Felice al Panaro SISMA 2012
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San Felice (MO): Restoration Works Begin on the Municipal Theater Damaged by the 2012 Earthquake

By Daniele Ridolfi,

San Felice sul Panaro (Modena), June 10, 2025 – After more than thirteen years of closure, restoration works have officially begun on the Teatro Comunale of San Felice sul Panaro, one of the seven historic theaters in the Province of Modena, severely damaged by the 2012 earthquake. The construction site was formally handed over on Monday, June 9, marking the start of a complex intervention aimed at returning one of the community’s most symbolic landmarks to public use.

The Project Team and ENGLOBE’s Role

The project involves an integrated team of professionals coordinated by ENGLOBE, responsible for structural and geotechnical design and now also assuming the roles of Construction Management and Site Safety Coordinator during Execution.

Overall design coordination and the integration of specialist disciplines are entrusted to Arch. Giovanni Vincenti, while architectural design and historical research were carried out by Arch. Davide Calanca.

Restoration of the decorative elements is entrusted to Studio Forme snc, while the design of building systems, stage engineering, and fire safety systems is handled by IN.TE.SO. Ingegneria Srl.

Consegna cantiere lavori restauro Teatro San Felice al Panaro SISMA 2012

Investment and Timeline

The project, with a total value of € 8.37 million, is funded with over € 7 million by the Regione Emilia-Romagna and €800,000 by the Comune di San Felice sul Panaro. The works are expected to last approximately two years, with completion scheduled for 2027.

A Renewed and Multifunctional Theater

The theater will accommodate 468 seats, distributed among the stalls, boxes, gallery, and upper gallery. It will be equipped with new stage engineering systems, audio-video technologies, safety systems, dressing rooms, a bar, cultural offices, and service areas. The space will be suitable for hosting theatrical performances, musical events, film screenings, conferences, and television broadcasts.

Mayor Michele Goldoni described the restoration of the Theater as “the beating heart of the city’s cultural life,” emphasizing the project’s strong identity value and its central role in the urban and social revitalization of the historic city center.