Between iron and light

An industrial-style living space that narrates the surrounding landscape through materials, rhythm, and brightness

Nestled in the heart of the Asti hills, this renovation project turns a former attic storage space into an industrial-style loft, where iron, wood, and exposed brick define a contemporary domestic identity.

On the ground floor, a spacious entrance opens onto a bright volume, characterised by the use of authentic materials and bold compositional choices. Taking centre stage is a bespoke staircase: the first steps double as seating, while the space beneath serves as a wardrobe.

The true surprise is revealed on the loft level, reached via the striking staircase: the attic, fully restored, hosts a single open-plan space encompassing the kitchen, dining, and living areas, topped by a mezzanine serving as a study.

The large arched windows frame a captivating view of the rolling hills, offering a visual connection to the outdoors and flooding the interiors with natural light.

Every detail – from the industrial style to the tribute to rural tradition – has been carefully calibrated to blend contemporary elegance with respect for the original structure. A project that celebrates the metamorphosis of an ancient space, endowing it with a strong identity and renewed life.

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Project by arch. FABIO FLORIO e CARLOTTA BELTRAMO
Photo FABRIZIO CARRARO