Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, Renaissance mansion and gardens in Coconut Grove, United States.
Vizcaya is a large mansion and garden estate in Miami designed after Italian Renaissance principles. The building features marble floors, stained glass windows, and European furnishings and artwork spanning several centuries, while the grounds include extensive open areas with water features and planted landscapes.
A wealthy American built the estate between 1914 and 1922, employing over 1,000 workers to construct it. The building combines Italian Renaissance architecture with Baroque elements and was designed to serve as a winter residence.
The rooms display how wealthy early 20th-century Americans furnished and decorated their homes with European art and furnishings. Visitors see the taste and values reflected in the arrangement of paintings, sculptures, and period pieces throughout the mansion.
Visiting the estate requires time to explore both the house and the extensive grounds. Wear comfortable walking shoes since you will cover considerable distance on pathways and stairs, and bring sun protection when visiting the outdoor areas.
The estate was equipped with early modern systems that were remarkable for its time. Hidden within are an original telephone switching system and a central vacuum system, revealing how advanced technology and historical design coexisted.
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