In the heart of the Belluno Dolomites, a UNESCO heritage site, a new holiday residence (120sqm) has been created inside an ancient rural house, or ciasa ampezzana, just outside the town of Cortina d’Ampezzo. The location is privileged, offering views toward the surrounding peaks and proximity to the pine forest.
The project, led by Parisotto+Formenton Architetti, involved the reconversion of the ancient structure. Following local tradition, the original ciasa had its residential rooms toward the south, while the northern part was used as a barn and stables.
This new apartment was partly created in this northern portion, which also housed rural storage rooms, now converted to residential use. The architecture volumetrically and typologically pays homage to the Alpine rural residences typical of the Dolomite context.
The interior design, which spans two levels, stems from the desire to create a warm and welcoming mountain atmosphere. The main objective was the realization of a home designed around the family, marked by warmth and hospitality. This is achieved through the well-balanced juxtaposition of traditional reminiscences and a contemporary language, where the exaltation of the genius loci meets a timeless taste.
The material selection was aimed at enhancing and updating the local character of the architecture. The walls are partly finished with plasters based on natural earths and pigments by Matteo Brioni, with portions cladded in wood, specifically solid carved and treated fir wood. The floors are made of antiqued and planed oak.
The interior design features a balanced mix of fabrics and colors that provide warmth and intimacy. The furnishing includes contemporary and vintage pieces of Italian and Nordic design, sourced from companies like Cassina, E15, True, and Carl Hansen&son, alongside vintage Kentucky chairs by Carlo Scarpa.
Outside, the context is enriched by an outdoor sculpture by Salvatore Astore.
