Zaha Hadid Architects has completed the transformation of an existing historic structure into a luxury hotel in Rome. The Palazzo Capponi, located on the historic Via di Ripetta, draws inspiration from the citys architectural heritage, focusing on the evolution of vaulted ceilings from ancient Roman to Baroque periods.Image credit: Jacopo SpilimbergoImage credit: Jacopo SpilimbergoOriginally constructed in the 16th century, the palazzo has undergone several modifications over the centuries. In the 1950s, two wings were added, and significant internal alterations were made to accommodate office spaces, leading to the displacement and overpainting of 17th-century frescoes which have now been restored and reinstated.Image credit: Chris DaltonImage credit: Chris DaltonThe collaboration between ZHA and luxury developer Romeo Design began in 2015, with the team reimagining the interior layout to create a fluid sequence of spaces from the entrance to the guest rooms. The former courtyar...