Overview of the Testimonio Housing Project
The article, authored by Sabrina Bonarrigo and published by L’Observateur de Monaco, details Monaco’s flagship state‑housing development, Testimonio. It is part of the principality’s national plan to provide homes for its citizens on the last large buildable plot of land, situated between Boulevard d’Italie and Avenue Princesse Grace.
Scope and Allocation of the First Tower
The first Testimonio tower comprises 181 apartments, all allocated to Monegasque families during a commission meeting on 14 June 2022. The initial residents are expected to move in during November 2022. The tower offers sea and mountain views, with units ranging around the 14th floor and higher, highlighting the quality of the living environment.
Features of the Second Tower and Additional Facilities
A second structure, tentatively called Testimonio II bis, is planned to add 197 apartments, five floors taller than the first tower. Both towers will include equipped kitchens. The complex will also host a large parking facility with over 1 100 spaces, some reserved for resident Monegasques, an international school for up to 700 pupils, and a nursery for about 50 children.
Wider Context of State‑Owned Housing in Monaco
Testimonio joins other state‑owned projects such as Carmhela (25 units), Palais Honoria (approximately 85 units slated for Q2 2023), and the Grand Ida blocks in the Plati district. Cumulatively, around 800 state‑owned apartments are projected for delivery between November 2022 and early 2024, reflecting Monaco’s commitment to expanding affordable housing for its citizens.
Sustainable and Urban Planning Considerations
The development makes efficient use of the limited available land, integrating residential, educational, and transport amenities within a compact footprint. By providing high‑quality, energy‑efficient homes with shared infrastructure, the project aligns with broader European goals for sustainable urban housing and reduces the need for outward expansion.