2Quartiere Coppedè

Given complete freedom to design a new Roman neighbourhood in 1917, architect Gino Coppedè was not about to marry himself to any one style. Instead of uniformity, Quartiere Coppedè has beautiful Art Nouveau details, a dash of Greek influence, a few Baroque touches, some clear Gothic inspiration and even a light Medieval effect.

Rather than a single edifice, the area that bears Coppedè’s name is home to a small series of unique buildings surrounding Piazza Mincio in the residential Trieste area of Rome. Now private apartments and offices, the gorgeous structures are not open to the public, but the facades are remarkable on their own, as each of the buildings is covered in ornamental details, including some with large outdoor chandeliers.

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