Italy

In the heart of Trieste, within an early twentieth-century building, the project transforms an apartment whose original layout remains legible, reinterpreting its logic to accommodate contemporary living. Davide Maria Palusa The existing plan—three rooms in sequence, a separate kitchen and fragmented service areas—reflected a highly compartmentalized domestic model. The intervention works through processes of reconnection, identifying key points of transformation along the circulation spine. Davide Maria Palusa The primary gesture is the opening between kitchen and living room, establishing a new social and spatial core. Here, the central island acts as both functional and relational anchor, while a system of walnut... More

This office project was born from the dialogue between space, identity, and purpose.Designed for the real estate developer Sartoriale, it embodies the brand’s core values: tradition, artigianato, and su misura. At Sartoriale, quality of life is upheld in every detail. More than just an office, this space is an extension of the brand’s philosophy: a place where architecture and experience intertwine to give shape to new ways of living. Alfredo J. Martiz J. Alfredo J. Martiz J. TRADITION Inspired by the legacy of Italian hospitality, the space welcomes you like a home.Its layout includes a reception lobby, a kitchen-dining area, a projection room with four workstations, as well as a studio and a library. Each environm... More

Situated on a sunlit clearing with sweeping views of the Dolomites, the Ansitz Velseck Residence Hotel is a place that breathes history while providing space for the present. The ensemble revolves around a historic manor, meticulously preserved, while the hotel’s extension has been executed with great restraint. The aim was not to create rupture, but to continue the story of the site—with a refined sensitivity to scale, materiality, and landscape. Hannes Niederkofler Hannes Niederkofler The new guest rooms and wellness area have been gently integrated into a slope, with the existing grassy surface only slightly raised to preserve the natural topography as much as possible. In this way, the new elements blend harmoniou... More

Set against the stunning backdrop of northern Sardinia’s Mediterranean coastline, this new-build project embraces the region’s architectural heritage through a refined and simple design. Currently under construction, the single-story A-frame structure is composed of two split volumes that form a sheltered outdoor courtyard while framing panoramic sea views. Locally sourced stone and materials enrich the purity of the design, seamlessly integrating the home into its natural surroundings. Thoughtfully proportioned openings maximize cross ventilation and heat retention, carefully balancing light and shadow to enhance comfort throughout the day. The strength of this project lies in its simplicity—an honest and elegant response... More

When the owners of Vistamare Gallery approached us for their second Milan location, we were excited to help organize and maximize the space’s efficiency for both temporary and permanent artists. We preserved many of the existing historic elements, including the expansive skylight in the central gallery. With careful attention to circulation, we optimized the exhibition space, selected the lighting, and designed custom furniture to suit the needs of the gallerists. S4A S4A S4A S4A More

The project involves the architectural and functional completion of an existing building located in a rural area of Fondi (LT), where, at the time of commissioning, the structure and laminated wood roof had already been built. Willem Pab The clients, a young family, requested the design of a single-family home with bright and fluid spaces that would reflect the needs of contemporary living. The challenge was to meet these needs while starting from a pre-existing structure with a layout and volume typical of conventional construction. Willem Pab The design strategy focused on targeted interventions by inserting new architectural elements that would disrupt the rigid original layout. Willem Pab From a floor plan perspective,... More

After decades of inactivity, the Dreiviertelweg inn, located at 1325 m above sea level on the pilgrimage route to Maria Weißenstein/Pietralba, has been carefully revitalized. Once a meeting place for pilgrims, summer visitors, and villagers, it now combines tradition with gentle modernization. Gustav Willeit Gustav Willeit Gustav Willeit Gustav Willeit Gustav Willeit Gustav Willeit The existing structure has been preserved, with original materials and furniture reinterpreted. Colors and details reflect history, creating a harmonious whole. Inappropriate extensions have been removed and replaced by an elegant veranda as a dining hall. Gustav Willeit Gustav Willeit Gustav Willeit Gustav W... More

This time, my barber dared to push beyond the boundaries of tradition, betting everything on a revolutionary idea: a hair atelier designed to welcome both men and women in a shared space where professionalism and ambiance merge in perfect harmony. The beating heart of this project comes to life on the second floor of a historic building in the center of Bergamo, where the charm of bygone eras intertwines with a bold and refined contemporary vision. Andrea Ceriani The environment unfolds as a dialogue between contrasts: the warmth of natural wood surfaces and soft fabrics meets the geometric purity of brushed metal and the sophisticated transparency of glass, creating a setting that celebrates the coexistence of tradition and innovatio... More

Nestled in the heart of Sardinia, 45 kilometers from Oristano, the small agricultural and pastoral village of Simala preserves a profound connection between past and future. At its core lies a remarkable architectural intervention—a project that embraces the poetics of ruins while celebrating their symbolic value. Curated by the young architect Martino Picchedda, this initiative demonstrates how a sensitive and contemporary approach can transform historic structures into catalysts for social and cultural regeneration. Traditions House of Simala A XIX-Century Legacy Reimagined At the heart of Simala, a 19th-century courtyard building—once the residence of a landowner and the center of agricultural activity—has been... More

The D.O.C. (Controlled Designation of Origin certification) wine produced on the hill on which Montecucco lies takes its name from the hamlet. The hamlet includes a small brick church, an agricultural building used as an oil mill, a residential building with a wine cellar below, and a complex of barns and warehouses. It dates back to between the first half of the eighteenth century and the beginning of the nineteenth century. Andrea Ceriani Andrea Ceriani Andrea Ceriani Andrea Ceriani Andrea Ceriani Andrea Ceriani Andrea Ceriani Mauro Davoli Andrea Ceriani According to the program, the production buildings will be moved elsewhere, while the entire hamlet will be renovated for tourist and accommo... More