Modifiche a "4 - MARMORA (Dami Riccardo e Fanfani Francesco)"

by Dami Riccardo and Fanfani Francesco

This project addresses the issue of marble waste management in the municipality of Minucciano. Through a circular design approach, it aims to enhance the value of marble dust and fragments resulting from stone processing, reducing the need for primary extraction and mitigating the environmental impact of the marble industry.

The project is structured in several phases. In the initial phase, the life cycle of marmettola – the fine powder residue from marble processing – is analyzed, along with the current situation in the quarries. Intensive extraction and the resulting waste production pose significant environmental and economic challenges. Additionally, the project highlights the lifestyle of the town of Minucciano, which – despite its remarkable landscape and historical context—struggles to attract visitors and diversify its economy.

The project's main objective is twofold: on one hand, to promote the reuse of waste materials through the creation of new sustainable design products; on the other, to narrate the story and identity of the territory through the production of decorative and functional elements. In this context, various intervention strategies are explored, including the prototyping of an innovative material composed of marmettola, Greek pitch, and turpentine essence, used to create furniture objects and mosaic panels.

The research also includes an analysis of international case studies, such as the work of ZP Studio, Clément Brazille, and Pietre Trovanti, which demonstrate the potential of reusing waste materials in the design sector. These examples provide inspiration for integrating artisanal techniques with innovative technologies, ensuring both the sustainability of the materials used and a contemporary aesthetic. The final concept, named Marmora, materializes in a collection of furniture elements and decorative panels that symbolically reinterpret the identity of Minucciano.

The design draws inspiration from the distinctive features of the territory – such as the silence of the quarries, the surrounding forests, and Lake Gramolazzo – translating them into evocative forms and textures. Experimentation with various material compositions allowed the optimization of the production process, ensuring a balance between aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability. In summary, the project proposes a circular economy model applied to the stone sector, transforming waste into resources and contributing to the enhancement of local heritage through design. This initiative not only reduces the environmental impact of extractive activities but also strengthens the bond between the territory and its community, offering new opportunities for the economic and cultural development of Minucciano.