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The city walls of Matrice
The city walls of Matrice
New light on the city’s ancient walls
Borgo Sant’Antonio has been enriched with a new and atmospheric
footpath that follows the historic walls of the city of Matrice,
connecting two symbolic places: the Church of Sant’Antonio and
the Church of San Silvestro Abate. A stretch of road that was once
hidden and abandoned has now been brought back to life thanks to
a careful restoration project that has returned the urban landscape
to its original beauty.
The wall, built at the beginning of the ninth century, has been
enhanced by a lighting system designed to emphasise the texture
of the walls and create an eloquent atmosphere in dialogue with the
surrounding nature.
The lighting design uses Quilatero recessed fixtures: these can be
tilted through up to 20°, offering a flexible and functional solution
that illuminates every corner of the path. The ability to adapt the
light based on the site’s specific needs ensures a precise result
that’s never intrusive, allowing the light to accentuate the materials
without disturbing passers-by.
The 3000K temperature selected for the chosen fixtures allows the
light to blend in with the natural environment, creating a delicate
contrast with the stone and highlighting the textures of the historic
walls.
Made of stainless steel, the minimalist Quilatero fixtures are resistant
and long-lasting, perfect for a context that requires robust, high-
quality solutions.
The lighting guides visitors’ steps, creating a visual and temporal
continuity, in perfect balance between aesthetic appeal and
functionality.
Location
Campobasso, Italy
Application
Paths and steps
Photography
Fabio Di Carlo
