At Palazzo di Varignana, water is part of the beauty, but also part of the very structure of the landscape. It flows through the gullies, gathers on the terraced slopes, nourishes vegetable gardens, orchards, and olive groves. And yet, it’s a fragile element—one that must be protected.
In honor of the World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought, observed every year on June 17, we want to share one of the concrete actions that is part of our broader land regeneration project.
As part of this plan—initiated in 2016—we built two artificial reservoirs designed to collect rainwater and support the entire irrigation system of the resort’s landscape and hospitality areas.
It’s a technical solution, yes. But also a statement of intent.
With a total maximum capacity of 17,500 m³, the reservoirs collect not only rainwater but also treated wastewater—such as water discharged from the pools—and, when needed, additional supplies from aqueducts, wells, or other reservoirs.
It’s a circular and integrated system, designed to optimize water use and reduce waste.
It’s a forward-looking gesture, rooted in an ancient observation: in nature, nothing goes to waste.
In our landscape—shaped by centuries of agricultural tradition—every drop of water collected becomes a way to preserve a delicate balance that can never be taken for granted. That’s why the reservoirs were designed in harmony with the land, seamlessly blending into the hills without compromising their beauty.
As drought becomes an increasingly common condition worldwide—including in Italy—our model aims not just to adapt but to prevent, by building a balance between aesthetics, engineering, and environmental responsibility.
This is how we shape the future: by designing today the landscapes of tomorrow—where nature is not just a backdrop, but an active part of the story.
The water that flows through us is the same water we use with care. Not only for today, but for those who come after us.
