Villa in Soncino

In front of the house an elongated body of water reflects the morphology of the building, restoring and doubling the image of all the arches of the former arcade.A dark natural stone background is visible under the transparent water so as to achieve a reflective effect; the same dark stone was also employed inside the house as in a play of continuity. 

Access from the street is through the original oak door, which opens into a hallway area that leads to a second, thermally sealed door, the actual entrance to the house. This doorway provides both privacy and brightness thanks to a geometric play of alternating paneling: full bronze, of clear glass and etched glass. Its rectangular pattern returns in several furnishing elements in the house designed by Giorgio Palù.

Upon entering the dwelling, a series of semicircular steps overcome the slight difference in height and draw a prominent entrance that leads to the two wings of the house. All the pavings on the second floor are black stone, with a dark, irregular texture: this material enhances essentiality by playing in contrast with the white walls and mirrored surfaces. 

The dining room is located south and furnished, with a square metal and leather table in the center with chromed steel and extra light crystal chairs, which together with the sideboards and the important ceiling chandelier, were designed by Giorgio Palù for Metalli d'Autore. The area to the north, where the large arches of the portico were located, is occupied by the spacious and bright living area. A wall of leather and mirror-polished steel encloses a portion of it and creates a protected spot, concealing a study area. At the end of the room is an even more intimate space, consisting of a small hallway, a play area for children and a bathroom.

The central sculptural element is a distinctive elliptical scale, a large bronze scenic structure that connects to a suspended glass walkway and provides access to the second floor where the bedrooms and bathrooms are located. (ph. Roland Halbe)

In front of the house an elongated body of water reflects the morphology of the building, restoring and doubling the image of all the arches of the former arcade.A dark natural stone background is visible under the transparent water so as to achieve a reflective effect; the same dark stone was also employed inside the house as in a play of continuity. 

Access from the street is through the original oak door, which opens into a hallway area that leads to a second, thermally sealed door, the actual entrance to the house. This doorway provides both privacy and brightness thanks to a geometric play of alternating paneling: full bronze, of clear glass and etched glass. Its rectangular pattern returns in several furnishing elements in the house designed by Giorgio Palù.

Upon entering the dwelling, a series of semicircular steps overcome the slight difference in height and draw a prominent entrance that leads to the two wings of the house. All the pavings on the second floor are black stone, with a dark, irregular texture: this material enhances essentiality by playing in contrast with the white walls and mirrored surfaces. 

The dining room is located south and furnished, with a square metal and leather table in the center with chromed steel and extra light crystal chairs, which together with the sideboards and the important ceiling chandelier, were designed by Giorgio Palù for Metalli d'Autore. The area to the north, where the large arches of the portico were located, is occupied by the spacious and bright living area. A wall of leather and mirror-polished steel encloses a portion of it and creates a protected spot, concealing a study area. At the end of the room is an even more intimate space, consisting of a small hallway, a play area for children and a bathroom.

The central sculptural element is a distinctive elliptical scale, a large bronze scenic structure that connects to a suspended glass walkway and provides access to the second floor where the bedrooms and bathrooms are located. (ph. Roland Halbe)