[ The Stitch ]

Stitch (n.): A connection that joins two separate parts together, closing the gap between them and creating a seamless whole. The Stitch is a residential and public project embedded between Rome’s historic Mattatoio (former slaughterhouse) and Monte Testaccio (historic amphorae hill). Designed to establish a transitional language between rigid order and organic landscape, The Stitch sits directly between the two. The Stitch responds to the contrast between the former slaughterhouse’s strict x & y axes, symmetry, and sharp geometric organization, as well as the organic forms of the surrounding landscape. Public and commercial spaces align with the former slaughterhouse’s structured logic, while the residential bar portion of the project establishes a much quieter connection to Monte Testaccio. Through this “stitching” strategy, the project creates a seamless transition between historic fabric, public life, and inhabitation. The Stitch was the first collaborative project of my architectural education. Developed throughout the semester as a three-person team, the project introduced me to the collaborative process that reflects real-world architectural practice. Individual drawings and diagrams are labeled throughout the project, while collaborative work reflects contributions from all three team members. [ Spring 2026 ]