A.D. 1768 Hotel by Vemworks
In the heart of Ibla and Val di Noto, in one of the most beautiful Italian UNESCO site, you’ll find A.D. 1768, a 4-star boutique hotel with 10 rooms designed by Vemworks.
About A.D. 1768
Vemworks Architects: Reviving Palazzo Arezzo of Donnafugata
Vemworks architects—comprising Marco Dellatorre, Emanuele Corte, and Vittoria Fiorito, with bases in Milan, Turin, and New York City—took on an ambitious restoration. They collaborated closely with the Ragusa superintendency to preserve Palazzo Arezzo of Donnafugata, one of the city’s most iconic noble buildings.
Historical Resurrection: From Abandonment to Luxurious Living
Dating back to 1768, this grand patrician residence sat empty for nearly 50 years. Then, between 2017 and 2019, Vemworks spearheaded its transformation. They turned it into a luxury accommodation, stripping away alterations from its 250-year history.
Celebrating Original Architectural Splendor
Thanks to this restoration, one can now admire the building’s original architectural charm. “Its unique compositional style now takes center stage,” state the Vemworks architects.
Photography courtesy of Vemworks
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- by Matt Watts
