Aquazzura’s fearless first store is a bold addition to Florence’s Palazzo Corsini

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Italian shoe brand Aquazzura’s first flagship store
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Located within the opulent surrounds of Florence’s historic Palazzo Corsini residence, Italian shoe brand Aquazzura’s first flagship store masterfully blends the building’s historical architecture with bold graphic patterns. Comprising a boutique, offices, and reception area, the design of the interior was entrusted to Portuguese studio Casa Do Passadiço who have fearlessly contrasted the buildings restored 17th century frescoes with vibrant geometric tiles and 20th century design classics.

Bold stripes of black and white marble wrap the floor, back wall and ceiling of the entrance, making a bold graphic statement and drawing the eye of passersby from the street. The vivid colours of the Pompeii frescoes that adorn the ceilings are echoed in the new surfaces and furnishings (also designed by the studio), while Murano glass chandeliers provide a gentle ambience.

reception area, the design of the interior was entrusted to Portuguese studio

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reception area, the design of the interior was entrusted to Portuguese studio

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The vivid colours of the Pompeii frescoes that adorn the ceilings

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ADDRESS

Aquazurro
Lungarno Corsini 42R
50125 Firenze, Italy
Tel: 39.05 529 1242

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Ali Morris

Ali Morris is a UK-based editor, writer and creative consultant specialising in design, interiors and architecture. In her 16 years as a design writer, Ali has travelled the world, crafting articles about creative projects, products, places and people for titles such as Dezeen, Wallpaper* and Kinfolk.