Reg.Nr. 82-I/03

Pereto Castle

Castello Pereto is a 12th-13th century fortified complex consisting of three towers linked by ramparts, enclosing a courtyard and a glebe adjoining. Restoration to form three separate residential units. Preserving the old structure, and remaining stone parts as a stone spiral ...
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Project details

Title:Pereto Castle
Entr. year: 1982
Result:Diploma
Country: Italy
Town: Pereto, L‘Aquila (Abruzzi)
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: Military/Defence/Fortified building/system
Former use:Defence system, fortified residence
Actual use:Residencial units
Built: 12th-13th century
Architect / Proj.leader: Alfred Cochrane, Architect (Dublin - IE)
The Jury's citation: "For the restoration and conversion of a magnificent medieval fortified complex for use as a private dwelling"
GPS:42°3'36.8"N 13°6'3.6"E

Description:
Castello Pereto is a 12th-13th century fortified complex consisting of three towers linked by ramparts, enclosing a courtyard and a glebe adjoining. Restoration to form three separate residential units. Preserving the old structure, and remaining stone parts as a stone spiral stair, fireplaces, old entrances. All timberwork had disappeared, because of the large span the floors had to be rebuilt in concrete and steel.