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The Paper Nest: Innovative Apartment Design for Book Lovers

Modern living room with sofa, bookshelf, and dining area.

Discover The Paper Nest, an apartment in Milan, Italy, designed by Icona Architetti Associati in 2020. This space uniquely merges architecture and bibliophilia, offering a comforting and familiar environment through the metaphor of a nest lined with volumes of books. Aimed at accommodating an extensive personal library, this project exemplifies how design can adapt to the specific lifestyle and passions of its inhabitants, making every corner a tribute to the written word.

iaa S36: An Eclectic Duplex Revival in Milan’s 1930s Building

iaa S36: An Eclectic Duplex Revival in Milan’s 1930s Building

In the heart of Milan, Italy—a city celebrated for its rich historical tapestry and avant-garde fashion—lies a remarkable transformation. The iaa S36 apartment, a design marvel by Icona Architetti Associati, masterfully plays with space, turning a once underused attic into an eclectic duplex wonder.

With spaces flowing seamlessly and a design that tantalizingly melds the old with the new, it’s a testament to impeccable design meeting the desires of modern living.