Italian Embassy in Tehran revives Vico Magistretti’s legacy
The Italian Embassy in Tehran, in collaboration with the Magistretti Foundation, has undertaken the task of resurrecting the various stages of the 1974 “Parc des Princes” project in Tehran.
This project, designed by acclaimed Italian architect Vico Magistretti, has been recreated through a new exhibition at Ambassador Giuseppe Perrone’s Residence, as reported by ILNA.
The exhibition showcases the evolution of the Magistretti project, featuring original designs, sketches, architectural plans, vintage photographs, and artifacts dating back to the construction era.
Notably, a remarkable model of the residential complex, along with visually appealing brochures illustrating the housing units, captivates visitors. The residential complex, which comprises 333 units, is located in the vibrant Vanak district of the Iranian capital and continues to provide excellent living conditions for over 1,500 inhabitants.
During the inauguration ceremony, Ambassador Giuseppe Perrone expressed the profound connection between Italian and Iranian architecture, particularly during the fruitful period spanning the 1950s to the 1970s. Notable projects such as Gio Ponti’s Villa Namazi, Vico Magistretti’s “Parc des Princes,” and Gaetano Pesce’s National Library epitomize the pinnacle of this enduring architectural alliance.
Additionally, the exhibition unveils Magistretti’s architectural skill through his original designs and sketches for the 1881 Cerruti showroom on Vesal Shirazi Street in Tehran. The showroom showcases Magistretti’s artistic vision, featuring remarkable architectural elements such as a spiral staircase at the heart of the space, as well as meticulously crafted tables and furniture.
Ambassador Perrone concluded his speech, stating, “This exhibition provides us with an extraordinary opportunity to present Vico Magistretti’s exceptional contributions to the development of Tehran during its rapid period of growth, characterized by simplicity, elegance, and sophistication, to the people of Iran.”