Discover the allure of a fresh Lake Como villa, boasting captivating, movie-like vistas.
In a stunning display of adaptive reuse, Tuckey Design Studio has breathed new life into a villa nestled along the shores of Lake Como. The project, a testament to the studio's commitment to blending contemporary design with historical elements, has become the latest addition to their impressive portfolio.
The villa's transformation began with the repurposing of its weathered concrete shell, which served as a "blank canvas" for the design team. Green-stained oak timber panelling, a creative nod to the villa's leafy Lombardy surroundings, was incorporated to seamlessly integrate the old with the new.
The joinery in the kitchen aligns with the seams pressed into the concrete, drawing one's eye upward, while the polished marble and concrete aggregate flooring blend seamlessly with the lake view. The interior design celebrates the villa's weathered concrete shell and references the surrounding landscape through muted greens, whites, and timber accents.
The goal was to transform the building into a calming, open-plan, two-bedroom home. To achieve this, the villa underwent a complete reimagining of the landscaping, including the addition of courtyards, and the layout was split into two wings, with a strong timber presence in each area.
Large windows were emphasised to take in the panoramic vistas of Lake Como, and ethereal wool curtains serve as semi-translucent screens, providing a sense of seclusion and intimacy. The concrete ceiling's appearance was transformed and made beautiful through the curation of other materials and furniture.
The design includes cylindrical niches, glazed corridors, and natural light interaction with materials, all contributing to the villa's seamless integration with its natural environment. The project's landscaping scheme unifies the remodelled villa with its outdoor surroundings, with features like a pool projecting towards the lake's surface creating a visual continuity between the interior and exterior spaces.
By using large glazed openings and perhaps skylights, the studio ensures that natural light permeates the interior, further integrating the villa with its natural environment. This approach not only enhances the aesthetic appeal but also promotes sustainability by reducing the need for artificial lighting.
The project's completion marks the latest addition to Tuckey Design Studio's portfolio and strengthens connections and collaborations in mainland Europe where the practice has long been working. The new office in Andermatt, Switzerland, played a significant role in the villa's renovation.
The villa's designer, Shmueli-Goetz, expresses a desire for visitors to feel serenity and calm in the project. Aleksandrov, a member of the design team, highlights the exposed concrete ceiling as the most successful part of the project, demonstrating Tuckey Design Studio's ability to transform even the most challenging aspects of a property into something beautiful.
The finished villa showcases a harmonious blend of contemporary interior design and historical elements, creating a perfect lifestyle solution for its occupants within the home-and-garden setting. The design team cleverly integrated the villa's outdoor surrounds, including muted greens and timber accents, into the interior-design scheme, promoting a sense of serenity and calm.
