The interplay between the client’s two sensibilities, classic and modern, is evident from the entrance, setting the tone for the entire space to come. Here, the original separation between the entrance and living area was removed to create an open, welcoming experience. The spaciousness of this single environment is apparent from this point, enhanced laterally by a sculptural, monolithic staircase – an essential link between the two floors. With its helical shape, it draws attention with its strength, even though it is located off to one side.

Another major transformation was the annexation of the kitchen to the large living area, creating a solid integration between the two spaces. Storage for kitchenware and utensils was placed in a perfectly closable niche. The shape of the space was further emphasized by an island kitchen structure, also in Calacatta marble, but with purple veins. From here, both the ‘operational area’ and the snack area develop, being this latter dedicated to entertaining guests and fostering family conviviality, as explicitly requested by the client.

The fil rouge running through the entire project is the choice of high-quality, luxurious, never ostentatious, materials, for a timeless elegance that looks at the contemporary. The apartment is a showcase of iconic Italian design also in the choice of certain design elements. In the dining area, for instance, we find De Padova’s Tavolo95 in grey stone marble and Cassina’s Pierre Jeanneret chair Capitol Complex, alongside Carl Hansen’s Wishbone chairs. The home’s furnishing philosophy is exemplified by the Chaise Longue à Réglage by Cassina from 1965, “born from the desire of the three designers to place humans at the centre of attention, through the correspondence between form and function of rest, in perfect balance between geometric purity and corporeality”.

As for lighting, iconic pieces are also employed, such as the Arco and Snoopy lamps designed by Castiglioni for Flos. These vintage-inspired fixtures are complemented by more contemporary elements, such as Catellani & Smith Light Stick and DCW Edition lamps.

Materially, the protagonist is Calacatta marble, presented in shades of beige and purple. In addition to the previously mentioned kitchen, it is found in the integrated top basins of the bathrooms, where the marble blends with other textures, fabrics, and bold-coloured lacquers, introduced as focal points in a space dominated by linen hues. Also strongly characterizing the space is the herringbone oak parquet flooring, laid in a French pattern, which harmonizes and envelops the space like a warm embrace, creating a place that truly feels like home.