On the central Via della Pineta, within a newly constructed building, we were given the opportunity to design the interiors of a penthouse arranged over three levels and characterised by an unusual floor plan.

The spaces, not particularly large and interspersed with pillars detached from the masonry, inspired the design concept in which each room, each architectural element, is itself and at the same time something else. The main entrance, located on the sixth floor, opens directly onto a dual-purpose living area: the bespoke wooden furniture serves as a decorative element but, above all, functions to structure the space and elegantly incorporate the existing pillars in a refined manner.

On one side, a linear kitchen in black and white tones — partially hidden — reflects part of the seating area through its mirrored counter. This intimate open-plan space is separated from the dining room by a partition that articulates the area and houses a rotating TV insert. Thanks to its swivelling mechanism, the screen can serve both rooms, transforming as needed — now a television, now a painting.

The same approach is used next to the internal staircase leading to the lower floor: a series of wooden pillars and shelves act simultaneously as stair railing, decorative feature, and storage for the dining area. This subtle distinction of space through filter elements with layered identities has made it possible to preserve a unique, flowing environment that speaks one coherent language while fulfilling different functions.

Full-height panels separate the rooms from the living area. There are no handles, no reference to traditional doors. At times, they appear as mirrors; other times, they blend seamlessly into the walls, offering the unexpected delight of discovering hidden architectural moments.

The master bedroom, complete with en-suite and walk-in wardrobe, stands as a world of its own. The curved wall serving as a bed headboard is clad in wooden panels that follow the curvature of the wall, overlapping like sheets through which a beam of light shines, creating an immediate sense of depth. The parquet flooring, which extends from the living room, stops at the threshold of the walk-in wardrobe, marking it out as a separate entity. Wood meets black flooring, just as the wardrobe columns — sleek and black — are arranged on two parallel sides, leaving a passage that leads directly to the shower.

Wood and marble, black and white alternate to create an elegant, sophisticated atmosphere. Bespoke furniture, full-height mirrors in a captivating glossy black, and different layers of complexity and refinement make this apartment a true gem that culminates in the top-floor terrace.

Here, wooden flooring pairs perfectly with biancone stone, alternating harmoniously depending on the function of each area. Upon reaching the seventh floor, one is greeted by a biancone cube — massive and imposing, yet hollowed out to reveal, a few steps up, an infinity pool with soft, sinuous lines. From here, the view opens onto the city on one side and the sea on the other. The relaxation area, featuring a central fire pit, is surrounded by greenery and faces the coast, contributing to the feel of a small oasis of tranquillity — surprisingly nestled in the heart of the city’s vibrant chaos.