Filippo Juvarra: The Architect of Savoy Splendor Filippo Juvarra (1698 – 31 January 1736) stands as one of the most celebrated architects of the Baroque era, indelibly shaping the artistic landscape of Turin and leaving an enduring legacy on Italian architectural history. Born in Turin, he descended from a noble family steeped in tradition—a lineage that instilled within him a profound appreciation for grandeur and meticulous craftsmanship—influences which would permeate his entire oeuvre. His formative years were spent studying under Giovanni Battista Cortona, a prominent Roman Baroque arti…