In Rome, in the heart of the Esquilino district—one of the most historically rich areas of the Capital—a project comes to life that combines memory and innovation. The building that for over a century housed the State Mint, at Via Principe Umberto 4, is set to be reborn in a new light, becoming a multifunctional cultural hub designed to return value to the city and its people.
As part of this prestigious redevelopment, Baglini has overseen the design and future installation of seven state-of-the-art elevators. A fundamental step in making one of the symbolic sites of Italy’s monetary and industrial history fully accessible and functional.
A Journey Between Past and Future
The State Mint has ancient roots: its history dates back to the 4th century BC, when, next to the Temple of Juno Moneta on the Capitoline Hill, coin minting began. The word “money” itself originates from that temple and remains part of our everyday vocabulary.
In 1911, driven by Vittorio Emanuele III, a great numismatics enthusiast, the Mint was moved to Via Principe Umberto, into a solemn and rational-style building that not only hosted coin and medal production, but also the renowned School of the Art of Medal Making and its related museum.
This building, a symbol of the fusion of art and industry, produced coins, seals, decorations, honors, and much more for decades, until production was relocated in 2008.
A New Cultural Hub for Rome
The redevelopment project of the former Mint aims to transform the entire complex into a dynamic cultural center open to the public. The plan includes museum spaces dedicated to numismatics and industrial archaeology, art workshops, conference rooms, a library with a historical archive, and an exhibition area dedicated to craftsmanship and creativity.
This initiative is set to enhance an entire section of the Roman urban fabric, creating a new place of encounter and knowledge, immersed in the beauty of our historical heritage.
Baglini Group is proud to contribute to this ambitious project with its expertise in the elevator industry. The elevators to be installed have been designed to respect the historic architecture of the building, integrating seamlessly both aesthetically and functionally.
The seven systems will ensure efficiency, safety, and comfort, meeting the needs of a complex building designed to welcome visitors, students, scholars, and citizens every day.
Special attention has been paid to universal accessibility: each elevator will feature modern technologies, complying with the highest standards of inclusion and accessible design.
A Look Toward Tomorrow
The project is expected to be completed by the end of 2026. Every detail will be handled with the utmost precision. With these seven elevators, in the vibrant heart of Rome, Baglini is taking part in a transformation that is much more than an engineering feat: it is a cultural, architectural, and social challenge.
A tangible contribution to reviving and restoring value to one of the most emblematic places of our national history. One of the many major national projects in which Baglini Elevators Group brings its know-how and excellence in the elevator sector to create something unique and inimitable.
