Restoration of Hotel Palazzo Castri – Florence

The restoration project of Hotel Palazzo Castri is located in the historic center of Florence and focuses on the recovery and enhancement of a historic building dedicated to hospitality. The intervention aims to combine architectural heritage conservation, functional upgrading, and high-quality hospitality spaces, while respecting the building’s historical and material characteristics.

Historical framework and urban context

Palazzo Castri is an integral part of Florence’s historic urban fabric, characterized by strong architectural stratification and heritage protection constraints. The project addresses a context of exceptional cultural value, requiring design solutions fully compatible with the building’s identity and historical significance.

Conservation principles and restoration criteria

Design decisions are based on the principles of conservative restoration, favoring targeted, reversible, and compatible interventions. The project focuses on preserving original architectural elements while integrating technical solutions that improve functional performance without compromising the building’s character.

Functional upgrading and hospitality spaces

The restoration includes a functional upgrading of interior spaces, aimed at meeting contemporary hospitality standards. The reorganization of the internal layout enhances comfort, usability, and the overall guest experience, maintaining a balanced relationship between operational requirements and historic preservation.

Hotel restoration as heritage enhancement

The intervention at Hotel Palazzo Castri represents an example of heritage-focused hotel restoration, where architectural conservation is combined with new functional needs. The project contributes to the enhancement of the building and strengthens Florence’s hospitality offer within its historic city center.