A colossal Nervi-era shell that still makes Rome’s EUR district feel like it’s hosting the future.
Multi-purpose sports and entertainment arena in Rome, Italy.
Featured in Massimiliano Fuksas's definitive monograph, Massimiliano Fuksas.
Visitor Guide
Circle it until you find the angle where the curve feels impossibly thin—this is a building that rewards walking, not just looking.
From Piazzale Pier Luigi Nervi, late afternoon for raking light that reveals the curve and rib rhythm.
Interior access is generally event-based (concerts/sport). If it’s closed, the exterior is still worth the trip—EUR is basically an open-air museum of modern Italian ambition.
It’s a case study in how a strong structural idea (the shell) becomes the entire architectural identity—no ‘parametric’ tricks needed.
20–40 minutes outside; event-night varies
Design & Structure
Mid-century modern engineering logic: form emerges from structural efficiency; contemporary operations add event infrastructure, security, and crowd flow upgrades layered onto a powerful original diagram.
Concrete and robust interior finishes suited to arena abuse; the material honesty is the message—structure as architecture.
The shell/span strategy is the main event: a large-volume interior covered with an efficient, expressive structural system that minimizes internal obstructions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed PalaLottomatica?+
PalaLottomatica was designed by Massimiliano Fuksas and completed in 1958. It is located in Rome, Italy.
Where is PalaLottomatica located?+
PalaLottomatica is located in Rome, Italy. Its coordinates are 41.8253°, 12.4666°.
When was PalaLottomatica built?+
PalaLottomatica was completed in 1958. It was designed by Massimiliano Fuksas.
Can I visit PalaLottomatica?+
PalaLottomatica is a real building in Rome that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.