A historic headquarters reimagined as a contemporary innovation hub, where Belle Époque architecture meets modern coworking culture in the heart of Turin.
At a glance
Copernico Garibaldi occupies a landmark building steps from Porta Susa station, at the intersection of Corso Valdocco and Via Garibaldi. Once the home of the Gazzetta del Popolo newspaper and later L’Oréal Italy’s headquarters, the structure now functions as a MainHub—a collaborative workspace for corporations, startups, and freelancers across tech, finance, legal, marketing, and communications sectors.
History
The building served as headquarters for the Gazzetta del Popolo, a significant publication in Turin’s media landscape, before becoming the Italian headquarters of L’Oréal. Today it has been transformed into a shared workspace that honors its past while embracing Turin’s evolving business culture.
What you see
The interior preserves Belle Époque elegance through frescoed ceilings, wooden doors, and granite columns. These period details coexist with dynamic contemporary elements—meeting rooms, coworking stations, lounges, and social areas designed to adapt to diverse professional needs. The architectural dialogue between ornament and function creates a distinctive working environment.
Cultural significance
Copernico Garibaldi represents Turin’s transition from industrial heritage to innovation economy. The site’s reinvention as a collaborative hub reflects the city’s commitment to fostering exchange and growth among knowledge workers, while its preserved architectural character anchors the space in Turin’s documented commercial and cultural history.
Key facts
- Address: Corso Valdocco, 2, 10122 Turin
- Coordinates: 45.07539959537461, 7.673955559730531
- Phone: 011 013 0500
- Website: https://www.coperni.co/it/torino/copernico-garibaldi
Practical information
The hub offers flexible workspace arrangements: fixed desks, mobile desks, part-time and full-time memberships, and daily passes. All members have access to network coverage, printing facilities, postal services, and shared social spaces. Visit the official website for current membership options and pricing.
Getting there
Copernico Garibaldi sits a few steps from Porta Susa railway station, one of Turin’s main transport hubs. The location on Corso Valdocco at Via Garibaldi places it in central Turin, easily accessible by public transport and foot traffic.
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