Palazzo dello Strozzino

The Palazzo dello Strozzino is a Renaissance palace in central Florence featuring three ground floor doorways and rusticated stonework on its facade facing Piazza degli Strozzi. The building was constructed to house both private residence and public functions across multiple levels.

The palace belonged to a branch of the Strozzi family and underwent renovations in 1457 after Palla Strozzi transferred the property to his cousins. This change marked the beginning of multi-generational use by different family lines.

The Cinema Odeon, designed by Marcello Piacentini in the 1920s, occupies a section of the building and shows films at its original location. This theater has become part of how locals and visitors experience the palace today.

The building is accessible to the public, particularly through the cinema space where visitors can view films and experience the interior. Its location on Piazza degli Strozzi in the city center makes it easy to reach on foot.

The internal courtyard was designed by Michelozzo in 1460 and originally featured a portico with columns before modifications to accommodate the cinema space. This adaptation shows how Renaissance architecture evolved to serve different purposes.

Location: Florence

Architects: Michelozzo, Giuliano da Maiano, Marcello Piacentini, Ghino Venturi

Architectural style: Renaissance architecture

GPS coordinates: 43.77084,11.25257

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:00