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An Architectural Tour of 20th-Century Bologna

by Alex Sakalis | Thu, 07/21/2022 - 03:38

Though famous for its medieval city center filled with Renaissance buildings and porticoes, Bologna has always adapted to the tastes of each passing century.…

Travel

Iconic St. Mark’s Square Building Opens to Public for First Time

by ITALY | Tue, 04/12/2022 - 04:51

The Procuratie Vecchie, the magnificent arcaded building flanking the north side of Venice’s St. Mark’s Square, has opened to the public for the first time.…

Culture

Don’t Forget to Look Up: How to Discover Liberty Style Architecture in Rome

by Liz Shemaria | Thu, 03/03/2022 - 02:53

Art Nouveau, or what in ��ý is called Stile Liberty or Liberty Style, might not be the first architectural style that comes to mind in Rome. Of course,…

Lifestyle

From Expo Center to the Heart of the City, Welcome to Milan's City Life

by Liz Shemaria | Mon, 01/10/2022 - 10:25

One of the most exclusive neighborhoods in Milan is also the latest to reach celebrity status. CityLife had a previous life as the Fiera Milano exhibition…

Culture

Incredible Design: Calatrava's Architectural Contributions in Reggio Emilia

by Alex Sakalis | Tue, 01/04/2022 - 03:08

Known for its beautifully preserved centro storico, its role as the birthplace of the Italian flag and the namesake of one half of Parmigiano-Reggiano (aka…

Travel

Where to Stay: A Homely Welcome in Sardinia

by Luciana.Squadrilli | Thu, 11/04/2021 - 15:40

For many people Sardinia is mostly known for its stunning beaches and coastlines, invariably linked to the image of luxurious seaside resorts and plushy yachts…

Food & Drink

Modern Winery Architecture: Sustainability Meets Creative Form

by cynthialpchaplin | Mon, 09/27/2021 - 12:04

Sustainable architecture is a subject that has been steadily gaining in interest and prominence over the past several years. This development is particularly…

Culture

Gio Ponti: 10 Iconic Buildings by ��ý’s Most Influential Designer

by Alex Sakalis | Mon, 08/02/2021 - 09:23

Giovanni “Gio” Ponti (1891-1979) is widely regarded as one of the most influential architects and designers of all time. A modern-day renaissance man, his six…

Travel

Main Florence railways station- Firenze Santa Maria Novella

Santa Maria Novella Station Firenze: What to Do with an Hour to Spare Before your Train

by Phoebe Hunt | Sat, 06/26/2021 - 03:14

Santa Maria Novella station—sometimes referred to as Stazione Centrale and abbreviated as Firenze SMN—is Florence’s major national and regional train station,…

Culture

Project to Reconstruct Colosseum’s Floor Unveiled and Approved

by Silvia Donati | Thu, 05/06/2021 - 03:27

In a couple of years, you may be able to stand in the center of the Colosseum’s announced new arena floor, experiencing the same view gladiators had when they…