Urbana New Living

Urbana New Living is a collaborative project located in Milan, designed to promote inclusive, sustainable, and participatory living. The complex features a central square and shared spaces that integrate with the community, fostering a sense of neighborhood and connection with the surrounding area. The project emphasizes an open and collaborative neighborhood system facilitated by a social manager. It engages local businesses and third-sector entities to bridge the gap between citizens' needs and the local environment. Innovative spaces and services such as the "Ciclocaffè," a cafeteria-laboratory, and "Spazio47," a meeting point for teenagers promoting peer education, are part of the initiative. The living space is situated near the Crescenzago M2 metro stop in a transforming area of Milan, with projects like Welcome and Green Between contributing to the neighborhood's development. Urbana New Living offers shared activities, healthcare facilities like a pharmacy and outpatient clinic, as well as technology-driven services such as a neighborhood app, Wi-Fi, and fiber optics to enhance residents' quality of life. The project aims to create a conscious community aware of its environmental and social impacts, notably through initiatives like the Prolight project that focuses on domestic consumption awareness. The community hub at Urbana New Living, known as WeMi Rizzoli, plays a crucial role in fostering a conscious citizenship. It provides support programs and cultural activities for residents of all ages and backgrounds, contributing to social cohesion. Additionally, the project's proximity to the Parco della Media Valle del Lambro promotes green living practices and sustainable urban integration. With a focus on collaborative living, the development features different building types organized around a central square, offering shaded areas and green spaces for social interactions. The technological infrastructure, including high-speed internet and a neighborhood app, supports community engagement and cooperation among residents.