Ex Casa del Fascio
Italy
Explaining of the rationalist architecture of Italy
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to one of the most significant monuments of 20th-century architecture: the Casa del Fascio, now known as the Palazzo Terragni. Located in the historic heart of Como, this building is the masterwork of Giuseppe Terragni, a…
Listen in the app2The Facade — A Grid of Light and Shadow
We begin our detailed examination with the main facade, facing the square. Terragni utilized the concept of 'regulating traces,' a theory popularized by Le Corbusier, to design the grid-like structure you see. …
Listen in the app3The Entrance — Transparency and Avvolgimento
We approach the main entrance, which features large glass doors that are almost entirely transparent. This is the physical manifestation of the 'Glass House' concept. …
Listen in the app4The Hall of Assemblies — The Central Void
The heart of the building is the Salone delle Adunate, or the Hall of Assemblies. This large, double-height space was designed for the gatherings of the party faithful. …
Listen in the app5The Staircase and Symmetry — A Study in Metal and Stone
Moving away from the central hall, we find the staircases that lead to the upper offices. These are masterpieces of geometric precision and material contrast. …
Listen in the app6The Offices and the Radice Murals — Art Meets Architecture
On the upper floors, we find the offices and the meeting rooms of the former party hierarchy. Of particular importance are the Sala del Direttorio (Boardroom) and the office of the Federal Secretary. …
Listen in the app7The Philosophy of Transparency and the 'Glass House'
As we conclude our walk through the interior, it is worth reflecting on the core philosophy that drove Giuseppe Terragni: the idea that architecture should be as clear and honest as a glass house. He famously stated that…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we step back outside into Piazza del Popolo, take one last look at the Ex Casa del Fascio. It is a building that continues to provoke thought and admiration, nearly a century after it was built. …
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What is Ex Casa del Fascio?
Ex Casa del Fascio is a place in Italy with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Italy |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 45.8122, 9.0855 |
| Last updated |
