An Integrated Restoration, Seismic Upgrading, and Adaptive Reuse Project

Palazzo Perticari, one of the most distinguished historic buildings in Pesaro, has long served as a cultural and architectural landmark. Overlooking the city’s main street and built upon a Renaissance core, the palazzo reached its peak in the late 18th century, becoming a renowned literary salon visited by figures such as Gioachino Rossini and Stendhal.

Historical and Architectural Features

The building extends over four above-ground floors and a system of underground grottos, with a sequence of highly refined interior spaces: coffered ceilings, frescoed rooms, decorations created by pupils of Lazzarini, and the celebrated conte’s studiolo.
The main façade features a finely crafted marble portal, a 17th-century wooden entrance door, and a balanced three-level composition. Inside, a historic courtyard enriches the architectural value of the complex.

Structural Strengthening and Conservation Strategy

The restoration project—designed by Studio Paci—included a comprehensive program of conservation, structural strengthening, and seismic upgrading to rehabilitate an asset that, at the time of acquisition, was in a severe state of neglect and deterioration.

Key components of the intervention include:

• Structural works for seismic performance improvement, such as foundation strengthening, reinforcement of masonry walls, enhancement of vertical connections, reconstruction of the roof structures, and stiffening of vaulted and slab systems.

• Internal spatial reorganization, ensuring full functional compatibility with the new intended uses.

• Restoration of architectural finishes and conservation of historic decorations, many of which had been compromised or nearly lost over time.

A Restored Landmark Returned to the City: Adaptive Reuse and Cultural Value

Through an integrated and multidisciplinary approach, Palazzo Perticari has been brought back to its original splendor, reestablishing its role as a cultural anchor within the city. The restored building will accommodate a museum, a 50,000-volume library, public event spaces, a guesthouse, and a restaurant.
With its frescoed ceilings, decorated vaults, and restored architectural details, the palazzo becomes not only a new civic and cultural hub for Pesaro, but also a unique environment for researchers, scholars, and artists.