Historical Villa In The Armenian Quarter

Built in 1890 by renowned Italian architect Giulio Magni (Velletri, Italy, 01.11.1859 – Rome, Italy, 16.02.1930), this one-of-a-kind villa stands as a testament to timeless craftsmanship and classical elegance. Situated in the culturally rich Armenian Quarter, the property combines historical charm with modern potential.

The villa underwent complete structural consolidation in 2015. Its current interior is in a “shell & core” (gray) stage, offering a unique opportunity for personalization. The façade is nearly completed, preserving the original architectural details.

Designed with luxury in mind, the basement includes space for a private spa area, complete with an indoor swimming pool. The ground floor and first floor feature generous spaces for living and sleeping quarters, while the 200 sqm attic can be transformed into a separate apartment or an expansive entertainment level. The villa also allows for the installation of a private elevator.

The future owner has the freedom to choose all interior finishes, making this a rare opportunity to own and customize a historic residence in one of the most desirable areas of the city.

As President of the "Associazione Artistica fra i Cultori dell’Architettura in Roma" , Giulio Magni was a passionate advocate for strengthening the cultural and architectural ties between Italy and Romania. Inspired by the shared Latin heritage of the two nations, he envisioned the creation of a grand “Forum of Trajan” in Romania—a symbolic counterpart to Trajan’s Column in Rome—meant to honor their common roots.

Though this ambitious project never came to life, Magni left behind an enduring architectural legacy throughout Romania. His works include landmarks such as Hala Traian, the Palace of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese, a church in Constanța, multiple railway stations, private villas, and schools in both Iași and Bucharest.

Importantly, this villa is not registered as a historical monument, offering the future owner both freedom of customization and the unique opportunity to own a piece of history—without the limitations typically associated with protected heritage buildings.