Villa Giacomina, Architectural ensemble in Lidköping, Sweden.
Villa Giacomina is an architectural complex near a sandy beach in Lidköping. The ensemble comprises a main building, a pleasure house, stone walls, and a southern gate, situated within pine forests and open grass areas.
The estate originated in the late 18th century as an English pleasure park created for Claes Julius Ekblad. It was protected as architectural heritage in 1979, marking recognition of its historical significance for future preservation.
The complex includes a main house, a pleasure pavilion, and connecting structures that form an integrated ensemble. Visitors can observe how the architecture relates to the surrounding landscape and reflects period concepts of leisurely country living.
Parking is available roughly 200 meters from the beach, with public restrooms at the main entrance on Lockörnsvägen. The open grass areas allow for walking and informal activities around the grounds.
A restoration uncovered original wall paintings and repaired decorative tile stoves using traditional methods and materials sourced locally. This careful reconstruction reveals how period craftsmanship was revived to conserve the estate's character.
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