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A Dialogue with the Past: Preservation Techniques of Historic Villas in Italy

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Italy's rich history, evident in its monuments and cities, has created a unique context for architectural renovation. Italian architects often embrace this heritage by engaging in a dialogue between old and new, rather than aiming for a complete transformation. This approach intentionally avoids an imitative style, instead using contemporary materials like steel, glass, and new wood to frame and highlight the existing historic stone and brickwork. This juxtaposition turns the original materials from simple structural elements into featured decorative and narrative ones. The result is a layered experience where the history of the space remains visible, ensuring it is preserved rather than erased by the renovation.

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Aeschi School / Haller Gut Architects

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RVTK Residential Building / Messner Architects

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Schlanders, Italy
  • Architects: Messner Architects
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  500
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2023

Aaberg School / Haller Gut Architects

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Artist Studio 20/A / Messner Architects

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Lana, Italy

Casa Luis / Messner Architects

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