Cogefa Headquarter

Una trasparenza di valori

Cogefa Headquarter

C.so Principe Eugenio 18, Turin, Italy

[2023 – 2025]

Picco Architetti together with +Studio Architetti carried out the restoration and renovation project of the Buon Pastore complex, located at Corso Principe Eugenio 18 in Turin. The project involves the historic nineteenth-century building, its subsequent extensions, and the surrounding park, bringing life back to an important piece of post-unification Turin, born from the demolition of the ancient city walls.

The intervention aims at changing the building’s use, transforming it into the new headquarters of Cogefa S.p.A. The property, originally built to host a female correctional institute, was severely damaged during the bombings of World War II. After the conflict, the institute’s activity gradually declined until its final closure in 1977. Since then, the entire complex has remained abandoned.

The building is organized in two orthogonal wings—one parallel to Corso Principe Eugenio and the other to Via Moris—both developed over four above-ground floors. The project involved a careful architectural restoration, accompanied by contemporary interventions. Among these is the addition of a modern entrance volume, constructed with a metal framework and predominantly glazed walls, which clearly and distinctively defines the main access to the complex.

A standout element of the intervention is the “Blue Box”, an entirely blue architectural volume created by elevating the ground floor slab. Conceived as a representative space with flexible use, it can transform according to needs, hosting presentations, events, exhibitions, or multimedia activities. Its versatility makes it a dynamic focal point within the new headquarters, capable of best expressing the company’s identity and energy.

The new Cogefa headquarters covers a total area of approximately 3,500 sqm and accommodates 150 workstations, five meeting rooms, a boardroom, and a corporate library, in addition to several representative spaces and areas for interaction and collaboration. The first floor, covering approximately 600 sqm, is dedicated to operational activities: a large open space houses workstations, phone booths, meeting rooms, and break areas designed to promote efficiency, interaction, and comfort.

The upper levels, the second floor and the attic, host the executive offices, the boardroom, and a welcoming lounge area, connected by a double-height space that functions as a winter garden. This space, as well as the entire architectural project, reflects the company’s commitment to environmental sustainability, workplace well-being, and high-quality spatial design.