Le nuove carceri

last update: april 2024
sources: Città di Torino

The former “Le Nuove” prison is an emblematic structure in Turin.
Built between 1857 and 1869 by architect Giuseppe Polani, it has served various functions over the years: from a prison to the Palace of Justice, later housing the Polytechnic University of Turin, as well as residential apartments and student housing.
Part of the complex now hosts the “Le Nuove” Prison Museum.
The project includes the restoration, rationalization, and functional reorganization of the site, with energy efficiency improvements and seismic upgrades.
Three wings and the former workshop area will be repurposed to accommodate offices for the Prosecutor’s Office and the Supervisory Court of Turin.

general information

area name

Le nuove carceri

address/district/city

Via Paolo Borsellino 3, Circoscrizione 3, Torino

operator

Developed by Politecna Europa, SPIBS Srl (lead contractor), and Studio Perillo

project

Office spaces

typology of intervention

Redevelopment and functional repurposing

value

Over €24 million

urban planning data

land area

10,452 sqm

main intended use

Office spaces

information about the area

accessibility/connections

17.3 km from Torino Caselle Airport, 10.2 km from the south ring road, 9 km from the north ring road, 7.9 km from the A4 highway, 1.8 km from Torino Porta Nuova railway station (station with high-speed trains), and 700 m from Torino Porta Susa railway station (station with high-speed trains).

Office spaces