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 |
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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.
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