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This Former Monastery in Tuscany, Italy, Just Became an Exquisite Resort With Lush Gardens and a Pool Overlooking Florence

"You have to respect the heritage," says Christian Boyens, Belmond's vice president, emphasizing the importance of maintaining the historical essence while upgrading the hotel.

Renovation

History

fromBig Think

1 month ago

Militarized snowflakes: The accidental beauty of Renaissance star forts

Star forts exemplify the intersection of military engineering and geometry, showcasing beauty born from the necessity of defense against artillery.

Real estate

fromElite Traveler

3 months ago

For $15M You Could Live Like The Traitors in an Extraordinary Italian Castle

A meticulously restored medieval Italian castle near Torre Alfina offers over 5,000 square metres, 35 rooms, historic gardens, Renaissance and 19th-century architecture for €13m.

Arts

fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine

6 months ago

translucent organza curtains float within renaissance arched courtyard in spain

Translucent organza curtains reinterpret Renaissance arches as porous, temporary thresholds that reshape courtyard light, movement, and spatial perception.

fromArchitectural Digest

8 months ago

Renaissance Architecture: Everything You Need to Know About This Classic European Style

The Renaissance was really a fresh start for architecture-a return to classical ideas after the heavy Gothic period.