MILANESE QUIETNESS
The initial design decision was radical in its clarity: to raze to the ground as much as possible, stripping away all that was unnecessary so the client could truly experience the essence of a home shaped more by its interior than by views or favorable orientation.
The new spatial organization opens up the plan, creating a fluid sequence of rooms that unfold one into the next. The entrance corridor was eliminated entirely, and a central structural pillar, once an obstacle, was transformed into a pivot point around which the kitchen, dining and living areas now revolve. A continuous, custom-designed boiserie integrates multiple functions: housing technical systems, concealed storage, a wardrobe and even an extendable workspace.
To preserve the character of the original structure, the ceiling height was left untouched, while mechanical systems were carefully concentrated within the bathrooms to maintain visual clarity elsewhere.
Given the northern exposure and limited direct light, the interior partitions were constructed using solid Oak wood and lined glass, allowing natural light to diffuse deeply through the space. This solution enhances the luminosity of the home while lending it a refined, understated elegance.
Materials and finishes were chosen to establish a coherent dialogue between the quiet sophistication of the architecture and the tradition of the Milanese masters: subtle textures, clean lines, and thoughtful craftsmanship grounding the project in its cultural context.
DATA
Location: Milano – Italy
Year: 2020 – 2022
Area: 80 sqm
Client: Private
Carpenter: Traxform
Collaborators: Sara Tateo, Hye Ji Bae