Siemens Blends Heritage & Tech at Landmark Bldg

ZUG, Switzerland -- Siemens and COIMA have transformed a Milan heritage building into a smart, energy-efficient landmark showcasing a successful fusion of heritage architecture with cutting-edge technology.
 
The long-term strategic partnership with one of the most iconic buildings in Milan's Porta Nuova district, “Pirelli 35,” aims to transform the 45,000-square-meter, 11-story asset into a smart and energy efficient property.

The 65-year-old building is set to demonstrate exceptional environmental performance to its 40 commercial tenants by reducing energy consumption by approximately 60 percent and CO2 emissions by 2,000 tons on an annual basis.

Siemens' integrated building management system, Desigo CC, is one of the key technologies enabling the achievement of these targets. The solution offers a high level of cybersecurity protection and orchestrates all building operations in a single, centrally monitored system.

Being able to oversee all solutions and systems – such as HVAC, lighting, room automation, fire safety, as well as electrical distribution – facility managers are equipped to enhance operational efficiency, reliability and system longevity, supporting business continuity.

Meanwhile, the building features advanced sensors simultaneously monitoring seven different environmental parameters, including air quality, energy consumption and CO2 levels. This not only results in optimized energy efficiency, but also in increased occupant well-being, productivity and safety.

The building’s comprehensive electrical infrastructure includes a SIMOSEC medium-voltage switchgear, 59 ALPHA low-voltage switchboards with SENTRON protection devices, and 35 control panels, ensuring optimal system control throughout the building.

“In major cities, many buildings could benefit from digitalization, transforming into smarter and more energy efficient assets,” said Susanne Seitz, CEO for Buildings at Siemens Smart Infrastructure. “Since 2015, we have partnered with COIMA to implement Siemens’ building technology and services across more than 30 COIMA-owned buildings in Milan.

“Pirelli 35 is a prime example of this, serving as a blueprint for sustainable urban regeneration. It showcases how buildings can be modernized with building and electrification technology to meet Europe's 2030 net zero goals while maintaining their architectural heritage.”   

“Thanks to our partnership with Siemens and the implementation of cutting-edge tech, we are able to transform Pirelli 35 into a truly smart building. It’s already achieved LEED Platinum and WELL Gold certifications as well as its nZEB labelling stand as testament to a broader commitment – not just to smart infrastructure, but to sustainability, health, and the evolving standards of urban living," said Stefano Corbella, Sustainability Officer at COIMA.

Siemens Smart Infrastructure has its global headquarters in Zug, Switzerland. As of September 30, 2024, the business had around 78,500 employees worldwide and revenues of $88 billion.

COIMA is a Milan, Italy based manager of real estate assets on behalf of institutional investors.

For more, go to www.seimens.com or www.coima.com.