The best-loved Venetian architect of the 20th century, Carlo Scarpa (1906-1978) left his personal stamp on numerous works in the Lagoon city. Here’s where you can find some of Scarpa’s works while strolling through Venice’s calli.
The best-loved Venetian architect of the 20th century, Carlo Scarpa (1906-1978) left his personal stamp on numerous works in the Lagoon city. Here’s where you can find some of Scarpa’s works while strolling through Venice’s calli.
Carlo Scarpa, a short bio
Before focusing full-time on architecture, he worked as a glass designer, creating a special link between architecture and this time-honoured craft for which the city is renowned.
Scarpa is best-known for his instinctive approach to materials, combining artisanal techniques with modern production methods. Though closely linked to Venice, his architecture was also strongly influenced by Japanese culture.
1. Ca’ Foscari-Aula Baratto
Take advantage of a visit to the university to admire this exquisite masterpiece boasting a breathtaking view over the Grand Canal. The spaces are open to the public on special guided tours
Address: Dorsoduro, 3246
GPS: 45.43455, 12.32636
PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Vaporetto lines 1, A (Ca’ Rezzonico stop)
www.unive.it
2. Galleria dell’Accademia and the Correr Museum
Scarpa contributed to restoring several areas of these famous Venetian galleries, including designing new exhibition spaces to enhance the works displayed.
Address: Campo Della Carità, 1050
GPS: 45.43107, 12.32813
PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Vaporetto lines 1, 2, N (Accademia DX stop)
Phone: +39 041 5222247
www.gallerieaccademia.it
Address: Piazza San Marco, 52
GPS: 45.43353, 12.3372
PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Vaporetto lines 1, N (San Marco Vallaresso stop)
Phone: +39 041 2405211
correr.visitmuve.it
3. Olivetti Store
In the ‘50s, Scarpa was commissioned to remodel the Olivetti showroom. You can admire some of it from the outside, but if you want to have a decent look, you should really step inside.
Address: Piazza San Marco, 101
GPS: 45.43416, 12.33756
PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Vaporetto line 2, 10 (San Marco Giardinetti stop)
Phone: +39 041 5228387
www.negoziolivetti.it
Open From November to March: Tue-Sun 10.30am-5.30pm
From April to October: Tue-Sun 10.30am-6.30pm
4. Fondazione Querini Stampalia
The minimalist design and water features of the building’s beautiful garden strongly evince the gardens of classical China and Japan.
Address: Campo Santa Maria Formosa
Castello, 5252
GPS: 45.43677, 12.34159
Phone: +39 041 2711411
www.querinistampalia.org
5. Sculpture Garden (Italian Pavilion and the Pavilion of Venezuela)
The gardens at the Biennale are well worth a visit if only to see the pavilions and the works created by Scarpa.
Address: Castello, 30100
GPS: 45.42858, 12.35735
PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Vaporetto lines 4.2, 5.2, 6 (Giardini DX stop)
