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Stefano Tardito Wins Rēgula 2025 Award For Borgo di Monchiero Restoration

Italian architect Stefano Tardito has won the Rēgula 2025 Award in the Hospitality category for his restoration of the historic Borgo di Monchiero complex in Piedmont. The project, now being developed as Borgo Monchiero Heritage by Atmosphere

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RĒGULA 2025 AWARD HONOURS ARCHITECT STEFANO TARDITO’S MASTERFUL RESTORATION OF BORGO MONCHIERO HERITAGE BY ATMOSPHERE (1)

Borgo Monchiero Heritage

From Monastery To Heritage Hotel

Italian architect Stefano Tardito has been awarded the Rēgula 2025 Award in the Hospitality category for his restoration of the historic Borgo di Monchiero complex in the Langhe region of Piedmont, Cuneo. The project is being developed as Borgo Monchiero Heritage by Atmosphere, the first Italian hotel by the international group Atmosphere Core.

The award was presented during the eighth edition of the Rēgula | 100 Italian Projects Award, which recognises Italian architecture, design, and innovation, while promoting discussion on urban regeneration and sustainability.

Tardito’s work on Borgo Monchiero involved converting an 18th-century monastic and religious complex into a heritage hospitality property. The jury noted the project’s approach to combining historical architecture with modern design and technology.

Stefano Tardito said, "This is a truly ambitious project based on a delicate balance between conservation and enhancement, guided by authentic historical research and technological innovation. The result is a harmonious encounter between past and present that allows the monastery to preserve its historical authenticity while evolving into immersive and seductive spaces where guests can enjoy unique experiences. The Borgo will thus be reborn and become an exceptional narrator of its past".

The award received increases anticipation for the official opening of Borgo Monchiero Heritage by Atmosphere, which marks the first step in the European expansion of Atmosphere Core. The group's first property in Italy is in the heart of the Langhe, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in a landscape of extraordinary beauty.

Borgo Monchiero owners Franco Giampetruzzi and Gian Maria Debenedetti added, “This recognition celebrates skilful restoration and conversion by architect Stefano Tardito and enduring spirit of the property, and we are proud of his achievements. It reinforces our commitment to preserving its heritage while welcoming a new chapter.”

Located on a hill overlooking the vineyards and surrounding hills, the resort features 19 rooms with timeless design, converted from ancient monastic cells, complemented by the ancient private chapel, which serves as a charming multi-purpose room (also suitable for intimate ceremonies), a restaurant with a wine room dedicated to local cuisine, and a lounge bar located in the ancient frescoed rooms overlooking the large panoramic swimming pool in the front garden. The property is completed by a wellness area located in the basement, characterized by vaulted brick rooms where saunas, sensory showers, relaxation rooms, and a heated swimming pool have been installed inside the ancient terracotta cistern once used by the monastery.