Palazzo Rucellai

Palazzo Rucellai is a historic Renaissance palace in Florence, Italy, built in the 15th century. Designed by architect Leon Battista Alberti, it showcases a harmonious blend of classical architecture and new Renaissance ideas. The building is notable for its elegant, evenly spaced columns and decorative stonework that mimic ancient Roman temples. Its façade displays three levels of windows and pilasters, emphasizing symmetry and proportion. Originally a private residence for the Rucellai family, today it stands as an important example of Renaissance architecture and houses a museum, highlighting Florence’s artistic and cultural history.