Quarticciolo, Public housing district in eastern Rome, Italy.
Quarticciolo is a residential district in eastern Rome composed of red and yellow midrise buildings arranged in a grid layout around internal courtyards and green spaces. The block structure encloses open areas accessible to pedestrians, with room for parks and communal zones throughout.
The district was built between 1938 and 1943 by architect Roberto Nicolini to house working-class families relocated from Rome's historic center during Mussolini's regime. This project was part of a larger urban reorganization that moved laborers away from the city center.
The district emerged as a working-class neighborhood where residents developed strong ties to their immediate surroundings. People gather in the courtyards and parks for daily interactions, and local initiatives have become part of how the community defines itself.
The district is served by multiple bus routes that connect it to central Rome, though transit options can be limited depending on the time of day. Local shops, schools, and parks support daily needs for those moving through the area.
Notably, a former boiler house was transformed into Palestra Popolare Quarticciolo, which supports young people through sports programs and educational activities. This adaptive reuse of buildings demonstrates how the neighborhood repurposes existing structures for community needs.
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