Since the dawn of the Renaissance, Giovanni and Servane Giol's palazzo has stood on the banks of Venice's Grand Canal
Since the dawn of the Renaissance, Giovanni and Servane Giol's palazzo has stood on the banks of Venice's Grand Canal
Thankfully, recent times have been much more peaceful, and the palazzo's modern-day owners, financier Giovanni and author Servane, welcome us into a home where the gentle sound of water mingles with music and laughter.Inviting as the palazzo is today, the couple – who married in 2019 and moved in that same year – tell us that the property had not been inhabited for over a century when they acquired it.
"We chose a Venetian architect, Alberto Torsello. For the decor, only one name came to mind: Jacques Grange. We chose him because he’s a friend of ours but above all because he mixes French elegance with a wonderful contemporary touch. He's also familiar with Venice and its interiors. I totally trusted him.
"Later I created the Compagnia Falier, a group of adult actors who gave fundraising performances all over Italy. It was great fun, and thanks to them and Carlo Goldoni's 18th-century comedies, I learnt to speak the Venetian dialect."Then there's music – as the long-time president of the Venice Conservatory, Giovanni has helped the city's musicians overcome recent challenges...
"In the book, I describe all the beauty I have seen in Venice and everything I’ve learnt about its art, craftsmen and local culture. It took me 20 years to write.""Yes – more books. My next big one will be about the chic Italian mountain resort of Cortina d’Ampezzo and will be launched before the Winter Olympics take place there in 2026. Again, I will focus on houses, interiors and the art of living.
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