Built in July 1938, the Principe di Piemonte beach resort, better known as Il Principino, is one of the largest and historic establishments in Italy situated on the famous Viareggio coast, which has always been a meeting point of the intellectual and artistic life on the Tuscan coast.

And in 2018, 80 years after its historic inauguration, one of the most evocative places in all of Versilia began to shine again with its bygone charm thanks to a careful and ambitious renovation: today, Il Principino is not only an historic beach resort, but also a true multi-functional centre for conventions and events. The area covers over 3000 m2 in a unique location right next to the sea.

The outdoor space immediately captures the visitor’s attention due to its ca. 300 m2 pergola, which – in addition to creating impressive scenery – guarantees enjoyment of Il Principino all year round. The owner of the facility greatly desired a radical renovation to bring Il Principino back to its original splendour, entrusting the restoration to Architects Beatrice Brunetti and Marcello Povoleri. The two professionals created a complex and innovative design, with one of its strong points displayed right in the large pergola made up of 21 individual Oskura bioclimatic pergolas and about 150-metre Tuttovetro Slide frameless sliding glazed units that run along the perimeter of the structure.

Before installing the Oskura pergolas, it was necessary to design a steel bearing structure to be built ad hoc as well as an imposing system of channels and gutters, specifically conceived of for this project.   The construction was completed by our partner Casabella Casasicura in Viareggio, province of Lucca.

ARCHITECTURAL / DESIGN STUDIO: Arch. Beatrice Brunetti – Arch. Marcello Povoleri