From Fontego to Fondaco dei Tedeschi

On October 1, 2016, the Fondaco dei Tedeschi reopened its doors to the public, effectively returning to its former function as a place dedicated to international trade but at the same time not losing sight of the Venetian community that hosts it.

The major restorations by Rem Koolhaas have in fact redefined the building, allowing everyone to linger in the center of the court, to admire Venice from a privileged position or to discover the ancient traces of merchants on the different floors. This is combined with the interior design by Jamie Fobert, who reinterprets Venetian colors, shapes and materials by combining the ancient and the modern.

Today, Fondaco dei Tedeschi proposes itself as a meeting and exchange point between cultures and people from all over the world. Located in the center of the city, the Fondaco not only maintains close relationships with the most important cultural institutions in the city, but above all offers a real holistic experience that starts from the boutiques and reaches a wide artistic offer of concerts, book presentations and exhibitions in its Event Pavilion on the fourth floor.


OUR GLOBAL NETWORK

From Paris to Hong Kong, Okinawa, Sydney and beyond, DFS’ global network spans four continents and 13 countries, offering customers luxury lifestyle experiences at destinations within destinations.

OVER 750 BRANDS & 850 BOUTIQUES

We offer the best of the world’s leading brands to complement every aspect of our customers’ lifestyle across our five categories: Fashion & Accessories, Beauty & Fragrances, Watches & Jewelry, Wines & Spirits and Food & Gifts.

Our Personality

Luxurious
We curate objects of desire that elevate the traveler's lifestyle.
Adventurous
We create destinations within destinations, bringing local experiences and culture to life in our stores.
Delightful
We create a sense of discovery at every point along the journey.

Our Core Pillars

Merchandising
We curate a distinctive collection sourced from around the world for the discerning traveler.
Marketing
We inspire our customers through surprising moments that captivate and delight.
Operations
We deliver a seamless luxury shopping experience with heart-warming service, tailored to each individual.
Digital
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