Ottagono Ca’ Roman is an artificial island in the Venetian Lagoon, located opposite Ca’ Roman near Pellestrina. Built in the 1500s by the Republic of Venice as a defensive structure and later used during World War II, the island still features the remains of a guard tower and a semicircular bunker. After years of abandonment, it has been included in the “Valore Paese Fari” initiative by the Italian State Property Agency and is now set to undergo a major redevelopment.
The project, assigned to the Tommasi Architecture Studio in Padua, will transform the Ottagono into a high-quality residence that respects the historical identity of the site and follows sustainable, environmentally friendly principles. The bunker will be restored to house three suites, and both the observation tower and a small outbuilding—previously used as guest quarters—will be rebuilt. Additionally, two removable structures will be added: one for seven more accommodations (hosting up to 15 guests), and another made of recycled wood and glass to serve as a bistro and restaurant. The entire complex will use a climate control system powered by the lagoon’s seawater.