Tolto il Dente: An Art Deco-Influenced Apartment in Milan
Nestled within the heart of Milan, Italy, a historic early 20th-century building bears witness to a stunning transformation: Tolto il Dente. Italian designer Salvatore Massone has masterfully combined two apartments into a single contemporary home that echoes the city’s rich architectural legacy.
Reflecting a seamless interplay of functionality and history, the living area flows from living room to dining room to kitchen, with original passageways meticulously restored. The private quarters, replete with bedrooms, study, and bathrooms, continue this elegant narrative. Custom-designed furnishings, upholstery, and paneling, crafted from materials such as mirrored steel, canned mahogany, lacquered woods, and marble, adorn the space, their lines gracefully marrying the contemporary with the traditional, all softened by a touch of Art Deco elegance.
About Tolto il Dente
The Genesis of a Milanese Mansion: A Fusion of Two Apartments
This captivating Milanese mansion came to life through the clever merger of two apartments nestled within an early 20th-century building. The transformative renovation upheld the building’s historic charm, while ingeniously tailoring the spaces to meet modern functionality requirements.
Harmonious Living Spaces: Combining the Old with the New
In the living area, the architects breathed new life into the original passageways, creating a seamless flow from the living room to the dining room and kitchen. The private quarters, featuring bedrooms, a study, and bathrooms, lie on the opposite side of the mansion, providing a serene oasis for relaxation and quiet contemplation.
Custom-Designed Interiors: A Blend of Noble Materials and Art Deco Elegance
The mansion’s interiors showcase an exquisite collection of custom-designed upholstery, furniture, and paneling, all crafted from noble materials. The use of mirrored steel, canned mahogany, lacquered woods, and marble lends a refined and luxurious ambiance to the residence. The design thoughtfully merges curved and straight lines, resulting in a contemporary style that honors the building’s past. This modern approach is tastefully softened by elegant Art Deco decorations, adding an air of timeless sophistication.
Photography by Luca Casonato
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- by Matt Watts
