The museum and visitor centre for the Bylis archaeological site in southern Albania is the result of a collaboration between Studio Lauria, Abkons and Archi.Media. The project interprets the Illyrian archaeological landscape as a unified system in which ruins, topography, vegetation and new visitor facilities work together to tell the story of the site.

The building unfolds across several levels along a hillside of olive trees and broom, following the slopes rather than imposing an alien form. The volumes break down into smaller elements, the roofs become shading devices, and terraces create viewpoints over the archaeological site and the wider landscape. The museum, visitor services, learning areas and research spaces are arranged as a flexible sequence that can welcome different audiences and adapt to future programmes. Materials, colours and construction systems seek continuity with the context, combining Italian design culture with local characteristics.

The integrated design addresses restoration, accessibility, circulation, management and tourism development together. Environmental responsibility is expressed through sensitive landscape integration, solar control, responsible use of resources and durable solutions. Collaboration across disciplines brings together archaeological, architectural and territorial expertise, transforming a complex brief into a clear and engaging experience.

Collaborations: Abkons, Archi.Media