{"product_id":"villa-cagni-troubetzkoy-a-story-of-passion-and-heritage-on-lake-como-9782080433305","title":"Villa Cagni Troubetzkoy: A Story of Passion and Heritage on Lake Como","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe fascinating story of one of the most beautiful historical villas of Lake Como, its exceptional renovation, and the excellence of Italian and French craftsmanship.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eSituated on the verdant slopes of Blevio, an ancient Italian hill town, Villa Cagni Troubetzkoy commands sweeping vistas on Lake Como. With a vibrant history spanning more than 175 years, it once provided sanctuary to an exiled Russian prince, and today stands as a beautifully preserved family home, epitomizing the luxury of the Italian lakes. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePascal Cagni, the current owner, is a globe-trotter passionate about design and architecture who amassed invaluable experiences on his extensive travels. His immersion in diverse cultures instilled him with profound clarity about his vision for restoring the villa to its former glory, with respect for Italy's architectural patrimony, in harmony with the environment, and integrating local culture and history. With Italy's top craftsmen at the helm, the villa was meticulously restored with traditional materials, achieving a perfect blend of past and present. Today, it stands as a testament to heritage preservation and Italian elegance; its gardens are a symbol of timeless refinement against Lake Como's eternal allure and worldly exuberance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlexandra Campbell \u003c\/b\u003ewrote \u003ci\u003eVilla Astor: Paradise Restored on the Amalfi Coast \u003c\/i\u003e(2017) and \u003ci\u003eHotel du Cap Eden Roc: A Timeless Legend on the French Riviera \u003c\/i\u003e(2020). \u003cb\u003eKhanh Renaud\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003ea photographer for the Gamma Agency and regular\u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003econtributor to \u003ci\u003eLe Point\u003c\/i\u003e, has contributed to \u003ci\u003eElle\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eDer Spiegel\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003e \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eGQ\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Flammarion-Pere Castor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50868328988946,"sku":"9782080433305","price":61.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_b01fc3c6-c533-4506-b01e-74b98bb75ce8.jpg?v=1737728807","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/villa-cagni-troubetzkoy-a-story-of-passion-and-heritage-on-lake-como-9782080433305","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}