Fulvio Giannotti reconfigured this Naples, Italy apartment to create a modern yet historically rich interior. Casa Piedigrotta spans 120 square meters and features restored moldings, neutral-toned kitchen with central island, and two balconies offering surrounding views.
Located in the vibrant Piedigrotta district of Naples, the Casa Piedigrotta apartment embodies a meeting point between modernity and tradition. Designed by Fulvio Giannotti, this residence is housed in an eclectic building originally designed in 1929 by Giovanni De Fazio.
Casa Piedigrotta is about 120 square meters and consists of seven rooms characterized by double-sided windows. Two balconies, one stretching along the entire length of the house, offer a privileged view of the surrounding area.
The project was designed to meet the preferences of a young couple looking for a contemporary retreat, while preserving the historic features of the space, such as the wooden window frames and generous ceiling height.
One of the challenges faced by the architects was to redistribute the spaces, replacing the previous labyrinthine layout with a more fluid one, while ensuring the necessary privacy between the living and sleeping areas.
In the center of Casa Piedigrotta’s living area, a custom-designed arched bookcase serves as a scenic centerpiece and creates visual continuity with the kitchen. Access is via a large glass partition that encourages interaction between the two spaces.
The kitchen, in neutral tones, is organized around a central island that functions as a washing-up area and has a practical worktop for easy breakfasts.
In the master bedroom, a walk-in closet adds to the intimacy of the space, where the original moldings have been restored to honor the historical identity of the house.
Finally, the bathrooms pay special attention to ceramics. The architects selected Marazzi’s elegant Lume tiles, combined with the Ceppo di Grè effect wall finishes in the main bathroom, for a refined and elegant result that complements the cohesive aesthetic of Casa Piedigrotta.
This project reflects not only technical expertise, but also a deep understanding of the cultural context of Naples, demonstrating how the past and the present can coexist harmoniously within an architectural structure.
