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CASA NOVINA, ITALY
Casa Novina enjoys an impressive 360-degree view of the Val d’Orcia in Tuscany. The mansion, inspired by medieval Sienese architecture, blends harmoniously with the surrounding landscape: each window is designed to frame the surrounding hills and villages as if they were paintings. Architect Florencia Costa was responsible for the design and direction of the work, whereas the Qart studio in Florence was responsible for the interior design and planning of the outdoor spaces, finished with gorgeous furnishings from Molteni&C.
The design is both majestic and elegant at the same time: ample spaces, furnishings measured with proportion, pure forms, symmetries, and natural materials are the main elements of the splendid villa.
The dwelling consists of two joined bodies, one facing north and one facing south. The property is reached via a private road, which leads to the entrance façade. The living room, the focal space of the house furnished with handcrafted linen sofas, sideboards and oak bookcases, sees the view as the dominant element, thanks to the large windows and majestic stained-glass windows.
ROUND D.154.5 ARMCHAIR GIO PONTI
PANNA COTTA COFFEE TABLE RON GILAD
ROUND D.154.5 ARMCHAIR GIO PONTI
PANNA COTTA COFFEE TABLE RON GILAD
Important design pieces, such as the D.154.5 Round armchairs, Panna Cotta coffee tables and Woody stools, all by Molteni&C, complete the furnishings of Casa Novina.
WOODY STOOL FRANCESCO MEDA
Inside the courtyard, the D.154.2 armchair, a jewel of the prestigious Molteni&C Outdoor collection, is placed next to a relaxing whirlpool bath in fine travertine. The outdoor pool, framed by three self-supporting vaults, welcomes D.150.5 chairs and Guell sunbeds, also from Molteni&C Outdoor Collection. On the lawn, the Palinfrasca sofa blends perfectly with the natural landscape.
D.150.5 ARMCHAIR GIO PONTI
REGENT COFFEE TABLE VINCENT VAN DUYSEN
D.150.5 ARMCHAIR GIO PONTI
REGENT COFFEE TABLE VINCENT VAN DUYSEN
GUELL SUNBED VINCENT VAN DUYSEN
D.154.2 ARMCHAIR GIO PONTI
PANNA COTTA COFFEE TABLE RON GILAD
PALINFRASCA SOFA VINCENT VAN DUYSEN
D.154.2 ARMCHAIR GIO PONTI
REGENT COFFEE TABLE VINCENT VAN DUYSEN( Featured Designs )
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Gio Ponti’s Round D.154.5 armchair is a visionary icon that captures the spirit of mid-century innovation and modernity. With its groundbreaking shape and pioneering use of materials, this design, originally created in 1954, marked a pivotal moment in Ponti’s career, embracing new possibilities born from the era’s optimism and technological advances. Now reissued by Molteni&C, iconic masterpiece is made new with remarkable fidelity.
Inspired by the iconic Italian dessert, Panna Cotta low table by Ron Gilad balances visual lightness with solid structured form. Enriching contemporary interiors from the living room to the bedroom, this table embodies a poetic paradox with its delicate form and impactful allure.
The Woody stool by Francesco Meda, extends the design language of the Woody seating collection into a refined stool. Its name nods to both continuity and evolution — a piece that builds upon the collection’s simplicity while introducing new proportions suited for elevated seating. With its smooth lines and natural warmth, the stool invites moments of ease, whether gathered around a kitchen island or a lively bar.
The Palinfrasca Sofa by Vincent Van Duysen embodies a dialogue between heritage and innovation, drawing inspiration from Luca Meda’s original 1994 design. Its instantly recognizable silhouette channels the warmth and elegance of teak while expressing Molteni&C’s mastery of materials and craftsmanship. This sofa embodies a contemporary interpretation of tradition, reflecting decades of expertise and a commitment to refined living that transforms any outdoor space into a sanctuary of comfort and style.
Gio Ponti’s D.154.2 armchair, a masterpiece originally conceived for Villa Planchart in Caracas (1953-1957), is reborn in an elegant outdoor edition. This reinterpretation honors the timeless design with meticulous attention to materials and technical refinement, ensuring lasting beauty and resilience.
D.150.5 chaise longue, reintroduced in collaboration with the Gio Ponti Archives, is one of the few outdoor furnishings conceived by Ponti. Originally designed in 1952 for the legendary cruise ship Andrea Doria, this piece embodies Ponti’s vision of fluid spaces and furniture that adapts to life’s ever-changing moments, merging nautical elegance with the comfort of outdoor living.
The Guell sunbed by Vincent Van Duysen reimagines the essence of outdoor relaxation with a design that is both elegant and versatile. Rooted in the Timeout Collection’s distinctive aesthetic, it harmonizes the burnished painted aluminum band with the tactile warmth of handwoven polypropylene rope. The sunbed combines thoughtful detailing and refined materials to create a setting of comfortable leisure.
The Regent coffee table designed by Vincent Van Duysen is a collection of coffee tables with three distinct top shapes — round, oval, and square — each conceived as both a sculptural object and a practical surface. Their proportions are carefully calibrated to create a harmonious visual dialogue, allowing the pieces to nest effortlessly and transform living spaces into layered compositions.