Palazzo Orsini

Palazzo Orsini is a neoclassical building in the Borgonuovo neighborhood with decorated halls and frescoed walls. The estate includes a large courtyard surrounded by porticos and a private garden laid out in traditional Italian style.

The Secco-Borella family commissioned the palazzo in the late 1600s. In the 1800s, architect Luigi Clerichetti redesigned the facade, giving the building its current neoclassical appearance.

The frescoes inside were painted by Giovanni Antonio Cucchi and Andrea Appiani, artists who shaped Milan's visual heritage. These wall paintings show how art and architecture came together in the city during that period.

The building is located centrally on Via Borgonuovo but remains a private space with limited public access. You can admire the facade from the street, and the halls occasionally open for special events and design exhibitions.

The building now serves as the headquarters of Giorgio Armani SpA and houses the Armani Privé atelier, making it a living example of how historic architecture adapts to contemporary design. During Milan Design Week, the halls open to showcase new collections against their frescoed backdrop.

Location: Milan

Architects: Luigi Clerichetti

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture in Milan

GPS coordinates: 45.47120,9.19059

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:25