Alberto Campo Baeza awarded Piranesi Prix de Rome 2018

Alberto Campo Baeza, a Spanish architect born in Valladolid in 1946, was awarded the Piranesi Prix de Rome by the Accademia Adrianea for his unique integration of architecture and archaeology. The award ceremony, which included international students, also acknowledged past recipients such as Rafael Moneo (2010) and David Chipperfield (2012). During the event, Accademia President Pier Federico Caliari lauded Campo Baeza's 'clean architecture.' Introduced by Emilio Faroldi, he shared insights on ancient architecture, highlighting the difference between being an architect and practicing architecture. He reflected on his career since 1980, mentioning notable works like the House of the Infinite (Cadiz, 2014) and an office building in Zamora (Spain, 2012). Campo Baeza serves as a Full Professor at ETSAM and has taught at numerous esteemed institutions.