Interior Design: How a Historic Bank Became Corinthia Rome
In this feature, Interior Design explores the transformation of a historic Roman bank into Corinthia Rome, one of the city's newest luxury hospitality destinations.
The article in Interior Design Magazine explores how GA transforms a neoclassic palazzo into a new 5star hotel: Corinthia Rome.
Through an interview with Simon Abela, Associate at GA and lead designer on the project, writer Marie delves into the design approach behind the conversion, uncovering how the team breathed new life into what was essentially a shell of a building. The conversation highlights the importance of authenticity throughout the process, from restoring the palazzo's architectural character to creating interiors that feel as though they have always belonged within the historic setting.
The feature also offers an insightful look at the project's architectural and interior design achievements, examining the challenges and opportunities of adapting a landmark building for contemporary hospitality while preserving its rich heritage and sense of place.
Housed inside the former headquarters of the Banca d’Italia in the center of the Italian capital, Corinthia Rome opened its doors in March, and its new interior by international hospitality design studio GA transforms a monumental institutional building left derelict for nearly a decade into something unexpectedly welcoming and intimate. ”
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About Corinthia Rome
Set within a grand neoclassical palazzo dating back to 1914, GA’s design for Corinthia Rome celebrates a story of rebirth and refinement. Once home to the Central Bank of Italy, this distinguished landmark has been meticulously transformed from a place of formality and finance into a sanctuary of artistry, emotion, and contemporary sophistication.
