Venice Architecture Biennale 2010: Dutch firm OMA have unveiled their design for the renovation of the Fondaco dei Tedeschi in Venice.
Located by the Rialto Bridge on the Grand Canal, the building dates from 1506 and has been used as a trading post and customs house.
OMA’s restoration will convert the building into a department store with a cultural program.
Two sides of the roof will be removed to create a public terrace with views over the Grand Canal that can be used for events and screenings.
The scheme was unveiled at the Venice Architecture Biennale, where Rem Koolhaas has been awarded the Golden Lion for lifetime achievement (see our earlier story).
More about Venice Architecture Biennale 2010, which opened yesterday, in our special category.
Here’s some more information from OMA:
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