The newly completed Mareterra project in Monaco, designed by Valode et Pistre Architectes, Renzo Piano Building Workshop, and landscape architect Michel Desvigne, is a groundbreaking example of sustainable urban expansion on water. Officially opening to the public in December 2024, this ambitious land reclamation initiative enhances Monaco’s coastline by adding six hectares to its territory — approximately 3% of the Principality’s total land area. Mareterra’s completion marks a milestone in Monaco’s history of coastal development, with a focus on sustainability, innovation, and public benefit.
Mareterra addresses the geographic constraints of Monaco, a small nation with limited land for expansion. Built entirely on reclaimed land, the district integrates the Le Renzo residences, public parks, a seaside promenade, a marina, and commercial spaces. Half of its area is reserved for public use, ensuring that residents and visitors alike benefit from accessible green and leisure spaces. This urban design approach reflects the Principality’s commitment to balancing modern development with environmental preservation.
From the outset, Mareterra has been a testbed for innovative construction techniques and environmental safeguards. Marine biologists, pers, and other specialists collaborated to relocate and protect marine species such as posidonia and large nacres. Anti-turbidity screens and carefully timed dredging minimized sediment disturbance during construction, while underwater caissons were engineered to double as habitats for marine life, fostering biopersity in the reclaimed area.
Mareterra exemplifies eco-design principles, aligning with Monaco’s goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Key sustainability features include a seawater thalasso-thermal loop for heating and cooling, rainwater collection systems for irrigation, and extensive solar panel installations supplying 40% of the district’s energy needs. Green roofs, a one-hectare pine forest, and the planting of over 1,000 large trees further contribute to biopersity and ecological balance.
位于摩納哥的Mareterra生態(tài)區(qū)完工時(shí)間為2024年12月,比原計(jì)劃提前6個(gè)月
Monaco’s Mareterra land reclaimation project opens December 2024, six months ahead of schedule
The design of Mareterra showcases contributions from world-renowned architects. Valode et Pistre Architectes shaped the overall urban layout and designed the Jardins d’Eau and Colline districts, which include public infrastructure and exhibition spaces. Renzo Piano Building Workshop contributed to the design of the Port district and the Le Renzo residential building, while Michel Desvigne orchestrated the landscape design, blending urban and natural elements. Other notable contributors include Foster + Partners, Stefano Boeri Architetti, and Tadao Ando, whose designs for residential villas enrich the district’s architectural persity.
Mareterra expands Monaco’s cultural infrastructure with an additional 10,000 square meters for the Grimaldi Forum, including 6,000 square meters dedicated to exhibitions. Public amenities such as meditation spaces, the Blue Grotto — a marine observation area — and a pedestrianized promenade ensure that the district offers something for everyone, fostering community engagement and cultural enrichment.
Mareterra’s success sets a precedent for sustainable land reclamation projects worldwide. Designed with anti-seismic standards to address the risks of rising sea levels, the project is a forward-thinking solution to urbanization in coastal regions. Its innovative use of caisson technology and environmental protocols offers valuable insights for future developments in marine environments.
▲ 該項(xiàng)目完美的解決了城市擴(kuò)張問(wèn)題和海平面上升的危險(xiǎn)
the project addresses urban growth and rising sea levels through innovative coastal construction
▲ Mareterra生態(tài)區(qū)建成之后將會(huì)為摩納哥增加6公頃的土地面積,其中包含有城市公園和碼頭
Mareterra adds six hectares to Monaco with pedestrian-friendly promenades parks and a marina
▲ 該生態(tài)區(qū)由Renzo Piano建筑事務(wù)所的Valode et Pistre建筑師和Michel Desvigne景觀設(shè)計(jì)師聯(lián)合設(shè)計(jì)
architects Valode et Pistre, Renzo Piano, and Michel Desvigne lead the design of this eco-district
▲ 該項(xiàng)目中的可持續(xù)發(fā)展措施有太陽(yáng)能電池板裝置系統(tǒng)、海水加熱系統(tǒng)和雨水收集系統(tǒng)
sustainability measures include solar panels, seawater heating systems, and rainwater collection
▲ 該生態(tài)區(qū)內(nèi)規(guī)劃有1公頃的樹(shù)林,種植的是本地樹(shù)種,增加了生態(tài)區(qū)的綠化率,促進(jìn)了生物多樣性
a one-hectare park with native trees enhances greenery and promotes biopersity
▲ 該項(xiàng)目中使用了水下沉箱技術(shù),目的是保護(hù)海洋生物多樣性和維護(hù)海洋生態(tài)系統(tǒng)平衡
underwater caissons were designed to preserve biopersity and support marine ecosystems
項(xiàng)目信息:
項(xiàng)目名稱:Mareterra生態(tài)區(qū)
建筑設(shè)計(jì):Renzo Piano建筑事務(wù)所(簡(jiǎn)稱RPBW)的建筑師
場(chǎng)地構(gòu)架(項(xiàng)目規(guī)劃、基礎(chǔ)設(shè)施):Valode et Pistre設(shè)計(jì)師
項(xiàng)目位置:摩納哥
工程設(shè)計(jì):Bouygues Travaux
景觀設(shè)計(jì):Michel Desvigne
完工時(shí)間:2024年12月
攝影:Hufton + Crow