Casa Fenoglio – La Fleur
A landmark Art Nouveau residence designed by engineer Pietro Fenoglio as both his studio and a manifesto of the liberty style sweeping through Turin in the early twentieth century.
At a glance
This four-storey house stands at the intersection of Corso Francia and Via Principi d’Acaja in the Cit Turin district, among a cluster of Art Nouveau buildings including Casa Maciotta and Palazzo della Vittoria. Fenoglio’s design synthesizes Belgian and French liberty aesthetics with meticulous attention to ornamental detail—every surface exalts the style he championed.
History
Built between 1902 and 1903, Casa Fenoglio–La Fleur emerged during Turin’s embrace of Art Nouveau, catalyzed by the 1902 International Exhibition of Modern Decorative Art held in the Valentino Park pavilions. Fenoglio intended the residence to function as his studio and personal declaration of the liberty movement. He occupied it briefly before selling to French businessman La Fleur, whose name became permanently attached to the building.
What you see
The facade demonstrates Fenoglio’s commitment to total design: ornamental floral friezes cloak the entire exterior, while wrought-iron balconies articulate each level with sculptural grace. A splendid polychrome glass window punctuates the composition—one of many details that subordinate mere structure to artistic expression. The interiors retain their period character and craftsmanship.
Cultural significance
Casa Fenoglio–La Fleur ranks among Italy’s most important Art Nouveau buildings. Its international recognition stems not from innovation alone, but from Fenoglio’s rigorous integration of liberty principles into every architectural element—transforming a private residence into a statement of aesthetic conviction that influenced the broader development of modernist design in Italy.
Key facts
- Address: Via Principi d’Acaja 11, 10143 Turin
- Architect: Pietro Fenoglio (engineer-designer)
- Built: 1902–1903
- Style: Art Nouveau (liberty)
- Coordinates: 45.076611813339206, 7.664707303047181
Practical information
The building is a private residence and not open to the public. You may view the exterior from the street. Opening hours and visitor policies are not listed; contact the official tourism site for current information about any special access.
Getting there
The house is located in the Cit Turin neighborhood, near Piazza Statuto. Public transport and walking directions are available through Turin’s transit authority and mapping services. Parking may be limited in this urban residential area.
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