Vinery Country Hotel

renovation of an ancient farmhouse in the Etna wine zone

2018

Passopisciaro _ CT

This project involves the regeneration of an existing building, reinterpreted as an accommodation facility that successfully blends heritage with contemporary design. The project is based on a measured approach, aimed at preserving the identity of the original architecture whilst introducing new spaces that blend seamlessly with their surroundings.
The existing volumes are enhanced and reorganised through a fluid sequence of spaces, in which bedrooms, communal areas and social spaces unfold in close relationship with the outdoors.
The landscape becomes an integral part of the project: the openings frame the vineyards and the silhouette of Mount Etna, whilst courtyards and pathways establish a direct relationship between architecture and the local landscape.
The project stands out for its minimalist and material-focused approach, where materials and finishes evoke local building traditions without resorting to imitations. The surfaces, treated with restraint, help to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, consistent with the rural character of the site

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