A luxury villa in Italy presents an exciting interplay of modern appearance and classic choice of materials. The sandstone facade panels have been decorating the homes of wealthy families in Italy for centuries. Now they are also being used in modern, minimalist homes - creating a connection between architecture and nature. The house called “Casa K” in the Perugia region of Italy is a fascinating example of timelessly elegant facade design.
The sandstone facade panels have become the trademark of “Casa K”.
The house “Casa K” redefines the relationship between tradition and modernity. The architects' office Alessandro Bulletti Architetti was commissioned with the task of designing a villa on a hillside.In the new buildingThe functional room layout and thermal insulation should play the main role. In any case, the builders also set the requirement for a holiday home that would fit harmoniously into the surroundings. The big challenge was not the terrain, but an old stone house nearby that somehow didn't fit the minimalist concept. That's why the architects decided to cover the facade with sandstone panels and in this way visually connect the old and new buildings.
Act as thermal insulation
Alessandro Bulletti's architects chose an L-shaped building so that the villa could adapt optimally to the local conditions. TheHouse has a flat roof, which can be planted at the request of the residents. In this case, the extensive green roof will also serve as additional insulation. Such a modern, energy-efficient design enables savings and significantly reduces the running costs for heating in the winter months. The sandstone facade panels play a crucial role - together with suitable thermal insulation, they ensure a healthy indoor climate. However, they not only prove to be a functional addition to the facade design, but also enhance the appearance with their natural charm. Together with wood, they form an attractive outdoor ensemble that provides a modern interpretation of the facade of the nearby old building.
A staircase covered with sandstone slabs connects the two levels
Closed to the street, the building volume opens up to the beautiful landscape to the south. An outdoor staircase connects the two levels and leads guests directly to the adjacent garden, where old trees provide shade on hot days and the spacious lawn offers space for various outdoor activities. Three glazed fronts open the living area, flooded with sunlight, to the south and east. A covered terrace offers the opportunity to move life outside in summer. The stairwell leads to the pool, where the residents can cool off in the hot summer months.
In contrast to other minimalist houses, where the living area is typically on the ground floor, the bathrooms and bedrooms are on the first floor. Thanks to the hillside location, these are shielded from prying eyes. Several narrow windows allow sunlight into each room. On the second floor there is a spacious living area that houses a modern kitchen, dining area and living room with lounge furniture.
Modern and minimalistic holiday home
The kitchen turns out to be a quiet beauty - it is visually separated from the dining area by a partition, but it looks directly onto the surrounding forest. The kitchen cabinets are designed according to minimalist tendencies - fronts without handles made of solid wood together with the granite worktop form an attractive duo. By the way, wood gives the otherwise spartan interior a homely look. The natural material looks warm and inviting and creates a cozy ambience in no time.
In the living room, two sofas form a comfortable lounge corner. A TV base cabinet offers sufficient storage space for home accessories and decorations if the owner wishes. The absolute highlight inside is the Swedish stove, which will provide cozy warmth in winter. The living area looks out onto the garden and pool, and the completely glazed southern side seamlessly connects the inside and outside.
Facade panels made of sandstone harmonize with the stone garden wall
The house and garden are shielded from the street by an existing stone wall - the wall provides privacy and visually separates the property from the neighboring house. Thanks to the facade panels made of sandstone – a typical type of stone for the Perugia region – the stone wall flows seamlessly into the outside staircase.
Because contrasts create tension - in a holiday home you should above all relax - with this idea the architects from the “Alessandro Bulletti” office have onemodern Villadesigned to blend harmoniously into the landscape thanks to the natural materials and muted colors. Definitive proof that modern architecture can appear homely and that the rustic charm of stonework can be imitated in a creative way.
Add a natural touch
Small windows allow sunlight into the bedrooms
The house turns out to be a quiet beauty with its minimalist look
The external staircase connects the garden and living area
The entrance to the house is kept deliberately simple - typically following the basic minimalist principles
Natural materials such as wood are also used
The nearby stonework house
Tradition and modernity
The construction plans at a glance
Project by:Alessandro Bulletti Architects
