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A Big Bench for everyone in Lariano: Italy's inclusive installation No. 385
The giant benches of Chris Bangle's Big Bench Community Project (BBCP) are oversized structures built by local artisans at accessible scenic viewpoints, paired with an official “passport” to be stamped at every destination. There are currently fourteen of them across the Lazio region, each reflecting the local territory. However, Big Bench No. 385 in Lariano stands apart from every other installation in Italy.
A bench for everyone
Painted orange and green, Big Bench No. 385 was inaugurated on 29 September 2024 at Colle Fiorentino in Lariano, close to the previously installed No. 289. It is the first fully accessible Big Bench in Italy: it features an access ramp to reach the seating area and a safety railing for support, specifically designed to accommodate anyone with mobility impairments. This makes Lariano the first municipality in Italy to host two giant benches—one standard and one inclusive. From the vantage point of Colle Fiorentino, the panoramic view sweeps across the Prenestini and Simbruini Mountains, extending as far as the Apennines.
The official passport stamp for this BBCP location can be collected at a designated spot near the bench.
