Casini d'Ardenza

Casini d'Ardenza is a neoclassical residential complex in Ardenza consisting of two lateral wings connected by a semicircular central body with a portico supported by five pillars. The compound includes thirteen furnished residential units that were fully operational.

The complex was designed by Giuseppe Cappellini in 1841 with an initial semicircular layout that was later modified and expanded. The transformation reflects growing demand for residential spaces among wealthy visitors to this coastal area.

The complex attracted wealthy middle-class families and English visitors who came to settle in this seaside destination. The residential units reflected the tastes and lifestyle of an international community seeking to establish secondary residences along the coast.

The location sits directly along the waterfront promenade, making it easy for visitors to access the sea and surrounding areas. The setting allows you to explore the neighborhood and understand how this coastal town is organized.

The southern wing, known as Palazzo Sud, was owned by Baron Herbert von Beneckendorff und von Hindenburg's family from 1900 to 1935. This connection shows how the site attracted European aristocratic families seeking Mediterranean retreats.

Location: Livorno

Architects: Giuseppe Cappellini

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

GPS coordinates: 43.51590,10.31814

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:07