‘In miglior tempo … ’ : what fascism did not build in Rome

A significant portion of fascist Rome's grand vision remained unrealized due to logistical constraints, financial limitations, and political shifts. This study examines four ambitious but unbuilt projects—Brasini's plans for the historic center and Mole Littoria, Palanti's Mole Littoria proposals, and the Danteum by Terragni-Lingeri—all tied to the Via dell'Impero, a monumental fascist avenue. These projects, rooted in sacralizing and universalist narratives, reflect unfulfilled ambitions and debates on modern architecture within Rome's historic core during the 1930s. The analysis reveals how pragmatic considerations and Mussolini's volatile leadership thwarted these visionary designs, offering insight into the complexities of urban planning under authoritarian regimes.

Kallis, A. (2011). ‘In miglior tempo … ’ : what fascism did not build in Rome. Journal of Modern Italian Studies, 16(1), 59–83. https://doi.org/10.1080/1354571x.2011.530762