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Pizzeria Perez - Siracusa
Pizza Perez occupies the ground floor of a 1970s building located in the business district of Syracuse, Italy, near the Archimedes’ tomb. Given a minimal budget, the client opted for cost-effective, utilitarian materials often found on construction sites. For example, the bathroom surfaces are coated with waterproof paint, while the ceiling and storage area walls are lined with fiberglass panels typically used for garage canopies. The bar consists of painted metal boxes supporting a steel shelf, and the floors and kitchen walls are covered in plywood—commonly used in shipyards—reinforced with a metal frame.

A central fiberglass wall divides the space into two distinct areas. On one side, a casual fast-food section allows patrons to enjoy a quick beer while they wait for their take-away orders. The other side hosts a more relaxed, sit-down “slow food” area where guests can savor their pizzas with wine. The translucent, open-design fiberglass wall also serves a dual purpose: it showcases wine, ingredients, and kitchen tools, while providing a convenient place for customers to hang coats and bags. The top of the wall features a concealed grid that houses the restaurant’s speakers and air-conditioning units.

The layout promotes social interaction. Traditional seating often limits exchanges between groups, so here, tables are designed as compact, uniform cubes (70x70x70 cm) placed close together, encouraging patrons to share space and interact with one another.

The main dining area is illuminated by standard circular and linear neon lights, typical of garage settings, while large windows open fully to connect the interior with the terrace, extending seating outdoors in warmer months.