Chiesi Gardens is the outcome of the urban regeneration project that will transform Chiesi’s historic industrial site in Via Palermo, into the heart of Parma, in an innovative and welcoming place.
A business playground for Chiesi and a cultural hub open to the city of Parma, as well as to international communities where work, innovation and sustainability will meet.
An inspiring place to work together, to encounter new people, to feel welcome and safe, to discuss new ideas, to stroll and enjoy urban nature.
Purchased by Dr. Giacomo Chiesi and inaugurated in October 1955 to house the first industrial- scale production plant, the site is the place where the history of Chiesi Group — now an international biopharmaceutical company with more than 7,500 employees and 31 commercial affiliates worldwide — began to take shape.
70 years after its inauguration, the site is undergoing an urban regeneration project that will turn it into the Chiesi Gardens, a welcoming and inclusive place to work, gather and connect.
Chiesi Gardens will feature workspaces, an Innovation Hub, multi-use rooms, spaces for workshops and co-working, and a Food Hub comprising a private canteen and a public bistrot. A network of gardens and green corridors will connect the site, creating new urban pathways.
Chiesi Gardens is a regenerative project signed by 51N4E and TEN, two Europe-based architectural practices specialized in design and research with the aim to create new and meaningful experiences. Through a collaborative approach they design adaptive spaces that evolve over time.
Chiesi Gardens aims to foster a culture of innovation and to stimulate a new and open system of relationships.
It will feature spaces that go beyond architecture, designed around people, for people.
Flexible environments that can adapt to emerging needs and anticipate possible future scenarios.
Chiesi Gardens will embrace a circular approach to design, nurturing a more impactful culture of sustainability.
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A collaborative and dynamic approach was adopted for the project through successive phases involving several hundred people. These included both company employees and external professionals, following an interdisciplinary work plan that began during the 2017–2018 period.
Chiesi Gardens follows a transformational approach, designed to evolve over time based on the real needs of the company and the community. It also adopts a sustainable and circular model, focusing on high-quality spaces, the reuse of materials, and the integration of urban greenery.
Chiesi Gardens will preserve 60% of the existing buildings and construct 40% new ones. This approach aims to maintain the area’s historical character, highlight the industrial heritage of Chiesi Group, and support sustainable regeneration.
Urban greenery is a key component of the Chiesi Gardens project, helping support demineralization and mitigate phenomena such as the urban heat island effect. These features promote residents’ well-being and improve the area’s overall liveability.
The entire construction process is expected to last around three years. The initial preparatory phase, focusing on external areas and the removal of systems and equipment previously used for pharmaceutical production, will take place throughout 2025.
During all stages of work, a dedicated team of engineers and technicians will work to minimize disruptions and support the smooth continuation of citizens’ daily activities.
Measures will be implemented to limit noise and dust, including designated quiet hours and effective dust control systems.
Any temporary interruptions to water, electricity, or gas services will be communicated in advance and kept to a minimum. The company will coordinate with local authorities to ensure continuity of essential services.
The project will be regularly shared with residents through various channels, including billposting, leaflet distribution, door-to-door updates, to keep the community informed on construction progress.
You can reach the company through two direct communication channels:
info@chiesigardens.com
T. 340.6006995, Monday to Friday, from 9 to 18
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info@chiesigardens.com
T + 39 340 600 69 95
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