Florence ‘black cube’ sparks outcry
Italy’s Ministry of Culture has launched an inquiry into Florence’s so-called “black cube,” a controversial ultramodern building in the city’s historic centre.
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On this day in history: birth of architect Ernesto Basile
Ernesto Basile, born on 31 January 1857 in Palermo, was a visionary Italian architect. He played a crucial role in developing Stile Liberty, Italy’s unique interpretation of Art Nouveau. His innovative designs combined classical influences with modern aesthetics, shaping the architectural landscape of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
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On this day in history: death of architect Galeazzo Alessi
Galeazzo Alessi, one of Italy’s most influential Renaissance architects, passed away on 30 December 1572. Born in Perugia in 1512, Alessi left his mark on Italian and European architecture with his innovative designs and masterful urban planning.
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On this day in history: Architect Vincenzo Scamozzi died
Vincenzo Scamozzi, died on 7th August 1616 in Venice. He stands as one of the most influential architects of the late Renaissance. His work and theories helped shape the architectural landscape of Venice and its surrounding regions, bridging the gap between the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
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On this day in history: architect Ulisse Stacchini born
Ulisse Stacchini, born on 3rd July 1871, in Florence, was a prominent architect whose work left a lasting impact on the architectural landscape of Italy, particularly in Milan. Known for his innovative and grandiose designs, Stacchini’s architectural prowess is best exemplified by his masterpieces, the Milano Centrale railway station and the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza, commonly […]
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On this day in history: Baccio d’Agnolo born
The woodcarver, sculptor, and architect Baccio D’Agnolo, who helped shape the architectural landscape of Renaissance Florence, was born in the city on 19th May 1462.
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On this day in history: Filippo Brunelleschi dies
Filippo Brunelleschi died on 15th April 1446 in Florence. One of the fathers of the Italian renaissance, he is probably best known for the dome of Florence Cathedral.
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On this day in history: Giuseppe Bonomi, architect, was born
On this day, 17th January 1739, Giuseppe Bonomi, the visionary Italian architect, was born. Renowned for his exceptional architectural prowess, Bonomi played a crucial role in shaping the landscape of England during the 18th century.
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Garisenda Tower sealed off amid fears of imminent collapse
In Bologna, both of its renowned 12th Century towers, reminiscent of Pisa’s famous leaning structure, face critical conditions. The Garisenda Tower, tilting at a notable four-degree angle and standing at 47m, has been sealed off amid escalating fears of an imminent collapse.
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Star architect to design Rome’s first green architecture
Top architect Mario Cucinella is to design Rome’s first foray into green architecture, the ‘Fo.Ro’. The Foresta Romana (Roman Forest) project aims to vie with Milan’s iconic Vertical Forest designed by another famous architect, Stefano Boeri.
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