Verona, a UNESCO heritage city, is known throughout the world for its Arena and Shakespearean legacy. But the city’s charm goes far beyond history: its classical elegance and its cultured spirit continue to influence a lively, refined and constantly evolving contemporary architectural panorama .
Today Verona hosts numerous architectural firms of recognized caliber , capable of ranging between residential, commercial and hospitality projects, at a national and international level.
We wanted to identify those who, in recent years, have distinguished themselves for their design quality, vision and ability to interpret their time . The selection was not easy: the city boasts a surprising number of excellences and, narrowing the field to the best 15 architecture firms in Verona, was a difficult task.
This list does not claim to be definitive or objective , but aims to offer a reasoned and sincere look at who, in our opinion, is contributing to defining the architectural face of Verona today. The order is alphabetical , because we did not want to draw up a ranking but to propose an open overview of the Veronese design talent.
The best architecture firms in Verona: the selection of Archi&Interiors
ABCPLUS
Founded in Verona in 2017 by architects Nicola Braggio and Damiani Capuzzo , who were soon joined by Valentina Dallari , Andrea Frate and Massimiliano Tita , ABCPLUS has quickly established itself as a multidisciplinary architecture and design studio capable of ranging from interiors to urban master-planning. The studio defines its practice as “great spaces designed for joyful living”, that is, spaces that welcome people’s lives with an inclusive, social, practical and creative approach. And in fact, they are recognized for a strong identity in the design of Sports Facilities such as the La Spianà Sports Center and the Just Play Campus, both in Verona.
AcMe Studio
AcME Studio, an associated architecture firm founded by Braggio , Castiglioni , Legnaghi and Zurlo , stands out for the design of wine cellars harmoniously integrated into the landscape and for its sensitivity in the dialogue between architecture and territory. The studio’s philosophy is based on the belief that beauty arises from the balance between matter, function and memory. Projects such as the Cantina Pieropan in Soave and the Cantina Zymé in Valpolicella, both award-winning at an international level, represent emblematic examples of this approach: production spaces that are transformed into architectural experiences, where local stone and natural light build a coherent and authentic story with the surrounding environment.
Arching
Led by Carlo Ferrari and Alberto Pontiroli , Archinterno combines technical rigor and eastern sensitivityethics , with projects ranging from industrial to religious, up to hospitality. The goal is to create functional spaces but capable of exciting, where technology and craftsmanship dialogue. Among the notable works: the Church of San Michele Arcangelo in Desenzano and the corporate headquarters of Simem in Minerbe, as well as numerous residential and wine cellar projects. We know Verona is a land of wine.
Ardielli Fornasa Associati
Founded by Marco Ardielli and Paola Fornasa , the studio operates between architecture, masterplanning and strategic consultancy with a vision that combines urban scale and attention to detail. The philosophy is based on a holistic approach: cities and territories are complex ecosystems to be read and interpreted with environmental and social awareness.
Active in Italy and abroad (Georgia, Saudi Arabia, Kenya), he has signed projects in various fields: residential, hospitality and commercial, among which we were struck by some very refined villas, the Golf Clubhouse in Castelnuovo and the Citco headquarters in Rivoli Veronese. Marco Ardielli is the author of the book Fare Masterplan, published by IUAV Quaderni.
Bricolo + Falsarella Associati 
The studio founded by Filippo Bricolo and Francesca Falsarella is recognized for its “slow” architecture, respectful of the context and memory of places. Their language unites matter, time and landscape , giving life to essential and authentic spaces.
Among the best known works: Corte Renée , refined dialogue between ancient and contemporary; the completion of the Castelvecchio Museum , in continuity with Carlo Scarpa and the Cantina Gorgo in Custoza, awarded at a national level.
Estudo Quarto
Led by Márcio Tolotti , Estudo Quarto specializes in sustainable architecture and passive houses in wood and stone. The philosophy is clear: reduce to the essence, use natural materials and design functional, bright and harmonious spaces with nature, also through bold aesthetic choices that have not failed to divide opinions and judgements.
All the projects are examples of balance between comfort and sustainability, which reinterpret contemporary living. Estudo Quarto is among the most coherent and convincing realities of the Verona area in combining bio-architecture, design and construction simplicity .
MASAAI
MASAAI is a studio that combines architecture, interior design and landscape with a contemporary and refined style. The philosophy revolves around the search for a sensorial balance between materials, light and volumes, creating environments that convey calm and identity.
Among the most appreciated projects is the Ricovero Case Vecie on the hills of Grezzana which, despite its name, is not an accommodation facility, as well as several private residences on Garda. MASAAI stands out for the sartorial attention to every detail and for the ability to blend design, comfort and atmosphere in a languageGio sober but elegant.
Architect Michele Perlini
Architect and designer, Michele Perlini is known for villas and residences with an unmistakable style, where bio-architecture, biophilia and minimalism meet in pure and harmonious forms. His projects arise from a continuous dialogue with nature and from a conscious use of light. Among the most emblematic works: the F+C House on the Torricelle, surrounded by greenery, and various villas built from Sicily to Switzerland. Perlini has been awarded international awards such as the German Design Award and the Iconic Award , consolidating its reputation as one of the reference names in Italian residential design.
Open Building
Open Building is a integrated design company , recognized as B Corp and Benefit Company , which combines architecture, engineering, sustainability and process digitalization. Their vision is clearly defined: design with responsibility , optimizing resources, times and impacts. The multidisciplinary team, probably the largest among the Veronese studios with over 40 collaborators, works on complex projects in the public and private sector, ranging from school buildings to industrial and hospital structures. The approach based on BIM and ESG metrics makes Open Building one of the most advanced studies in the Verona panorama. Numerous projects have been carried out in various areas, but we are impatiently awaiting the end of the works on the “Rifugio Monte Altissimo”.
Architect Paolo Richelli
Founded in 1984, Studio Paolo Richelli has long experience in architectural and interior design , with a language that combines tradition and modernity. The distinctive feature is the artisanal care of the materials , reinterpreted in a contemporary key.
His works range from the restoration of historic buildings to high-profile contract and retail projects, up to the design of custom-made furniture. Richelli has collaborated with international brands and clients, consolidating an elegant and recognizable profile in the Veronese panorama. We were particularly struck by the recovery of a medieval building for the realization of the “ 16TH Century House ” project.
Studio Apostoli
Founded by Alberto Apostoli , the studio is an international reference in the wellness and hospitality sector , with over a thousand projects completed all over the world. The philosophy is based on the concept of Total Wellness , from the design of large accommodation facilities to product design.
Among the most prestigious works, we can mention the 5-star luxury wellness resorts Lefay in Pinzolo and Limone sul Garda, the spa of Casa Cipriani in Milan, the spa of the hotel Four Seasons in Moscow and, as a product, the famous wellness cabin Sasha (sauna, emotional shower and hammam) designed for Jacuzzi. Apostoli is definitely the study you needronese who has obtained the greatest number of awards and publications.
Studio Athesis
Studio with a strong territorial identity, Athesis operates between architecture, restoration and interior design , with particular attention to the valorization of the built heritage. The identity of the studio is based on respect for the context and the search for a balance between memory and contemporaneity. Among the most appreciated projects: Prati Palai in Bardolino, a period residence transformed into a boutique hotel, and numerous recovery interventions in the Garda area. Athesis represents that Veronese sensitivity that combines artisanal quality and formal sobriety.
Studio Boccuni
Founded by Luigi Boccuni , the studio stands out internationally for the design of theme parks, resorts and complex accommodation facilities , where architecture, scenography and engineering come together in a coherent and engaging language.
With a team expert in masterplans, architecture and project management , Studio Boccuni has signed numerous interventions for important entertainment brands, including Gardaland, in Italy and abroad, taking care of every phase of the process, from concept design to construction management.
The strength of the studio lies in the ability to combine creativity and functionality , transforming places into immersive experiences, designed with attention to comfort, safety and the narrative identity of each project.
Tetrarch
Led by Massimo Donisi and Piero Manfrin , Tetrarch is a studio specialized in restoration, sacred architecture and regeneration of historic buildings , with an approach based on research, technical expertise and cultural sensitivity.
Each intervention is conceived as a balance between memory and contemporaneity , with the aim of preserving the original material without giving up a current architectural language. Among the most representative projects are the restoration of the Church of Sant’Urbano and various interventions on places of worship in the Verona area. Tetrarch is today considered a point of reference for those seeking rigor, knowledge of materials and respect for the identity of places
XZLab.
The studio’s activity stands out for its attentive approach to functionality, ergonomics and environmental well-being , principles that guide every phase of the project, from the distribution of spaces to the choice of materials. Alongside interventions in the housing, management and hotel sectors,Italy.
In every context, the objective is to combine efficiency and perceptive quality , transforming functional needs into welcoming, tidy and aesthetically pleasing environments, where people and activities can coexist in perfect balance.
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