Palazzo Antonini

Palazzo Antonini is a Renaissance palace in Udine with a square layout and a central hall supported by four columns. The street facade features stone Ionic half-columns that emphasize the classical architectural concept of the building.

Construction of the palace began in 1556 for Floriano Antonini, a young nobleman who wanted to display his refined taste outside Venice. After centuries in private hands, the building has housed the University of Udine since 2018.

The building showcases Palladian architectural principles with harmonious proportions and classical elements that blend seamlessly into the historic city center. This design approach shapes the appearance of the square and surrounding streets to this day.

The palace is now an active university building with limited public access depending on academic activities taking place inside. The attractive courtyard and garden are often visible and provide a peaceful retreat from city life.

A California redwood tree planted in 1867 grows in the garden and ranks among the first of its kind in Italy. This impressive tree has survived all the changes to the house and still stands upright today.