Reg.Nr. 86-SP/1

Sastago Palace (Palacio de los Condes de Sastago), Zaragoza

Restoration of a large late 16th century Renaissance Spanish palace, the former abode of the Counts of Sástago. It is reminiscent of the Italian ducal palaces in its cloisters, galleries, staircases, ceramics, walls and ceiling paintings and decorations. Extensive restoration. ...
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Project details

Title:Sastago Palace (Palacio de los Condes de Sastago), Zaragoza
Entr. year: 1986
Result:Medal
Country: Spain
Town: Zaragoza (Aragon)
Category type: architectural heritage
Building type/ Project type: residential building
Former use:Townhouse; cafe; bank
Actual use:Cultural centre, event and exhibition venue, local government office space
Built: 16th century
Architect / Proj.leader: J.M. Valero Suarez, Architect
The Jury's citation: "For the magnificent restoration of a late 16th century Renaissance palace, now converted into a major cultural centre"
Web, Links:

www.patrimonioculturaldearagon.es/bienes-culturales/palacio-condes-de-sastago-zaragoza

Description:
Restoration of a large late 16th century Renaissance Spanish palace, the former abode of the Counts of Sástago. It is reminiscent of the Italian ducal palaces in its cloisters, galleries, staircases, ceramics, walls and ceiling paintings and decorations. Extensive restoration. The palace is now converted into an important cultural centre housing a museum, libraries, conferences and music rooms.