The almost 60-year-old Italian designer Vincenzo De Cotiis, who belongs to Gonzaga, one of the most famous Italian aristocratic families, completed his training in Milan and, as an architect and designer, sought the balance between the old and the contemporary. Most of the time he combines elements that don't really belong together, but still harmonize in a certain context. As an expressive medium, it combines a patina effect with minimalist furnishings and glossy surfaces such as chrome and glass. The result is a perfect symbiosis that is characterized by the charm of the old and at the same time appears extremely contemporary. Vincenzo De Cotiis' interiors appear as true works of art with perfect composition and balanced colors. Below we present a beautiful villa in Tuscany, Italy.
Patina effect and the charm of the old
As a talented sculptor, designer and architect, he always finds ways to put together elements that cannot be combined and present them attractively. For his projects he only uses natural and high-quality materials and there is a complete lack of imitations and plastics. A subtle touch of chic is not missed and is always therea can of luxury, which provide effective accents made of brass, chrome or mirror glass. It is truly fascinating how such different materials can be placed harmoniously next to each other. The result is a balanced overall picture, a real work of art made of colors, shapes, surfaces and patina effect.
The interiors that De Cotiis creates can also be described as a kind of art pictures. Colors, structures and silhouettes convey emotions and messages, just like art itself. Composition, shades and accents play an important role and create a unique atmosphere. This is also the case in a private villa in northern Tuscany, Italy. It is located in the province of Lucca, where Europe's cultural elite have vacationed for centuries. The place was and still is visited primarily by Italians, but also by celebrities from all over Europe such as Georgio Armani, Andrea Bocelli, the English writer Aldous Huxley and the artist Henry Moore.
In connection with the historical surroundings and the brick facade of the building itself, De Cotiis selected exclusively exclusive handmade furniture and interior elements for the interior design of the villa. Most of them have even been designed specifically for this purpose. Attractive details are reminiscent of the house's maritime past. The charm of the old is particularly evident in the patina effect on the wall and on the retro objects.
Green houseplants with broad leaves add fresh accents. They and the patina effects enliven the room design, which is determined by neutral colors and robust materials. At the same time, the atmosphere remains harmonious and calm. To enjoy this, the designer has provided several seating and lying options. Some of the furnishings date from the 50s and 70s, adding a retro flair.
*a project byVincenzo De Cotius
