This project was born from the desire to create a contemporary restaurant capable of combining warmth, authenticity, and an industrial touch. The restaurant is located in a hilly area surrounded by nature: a rural setting that I wanted to respect and enhance through materials and colours inspired by the local landscape.
The project involved a complete renovation: every element of the previous premises, formerly a pizzeria, was removed to make way for a new, more contemporary and functional concept. The starting point was the dialogue with the surrounding environment, which I wanted to translate into textured, warm, and welcoming interiors.
Stone, wood, and green: a tribute to the local area
The materials used are a clear reference to the surrounding natural environment. The exposed stone defines the walls and conveys a sense of solidity and tradition that recalls an authentic rural character. Wood brings warmth to the space and creates a familiar atmosphere, while green — presented in a deep, almost oxidised shade — becomes the project’s unifying colour theme, strengthening its connection with the hilly landscape.
An industrial character for the operational area
The counter and open-kitchen area have a more industrial feel, achieved through the use of dark metal combined with wood and an oxidised-green stoneware surface. The result is a space with a strong yet welcoming character, expressing the craftsmanship and strength of artisanal work. The open kitchen also helps reinforce a sense of transparency and conviviality, bringing the staff closer to the customers.
A versatile and flexible restaurant space
The restaurant consists of two main indoor dining rooms and a glass-enclosed room that represents the heart of the project. The large, openable glass windows create a seamless connection with the outdoor garden, allowing the space to be extended during the warmer months while offering direct views of the surrounding greenery throughout every season. This hybrid indoor-outdoor space adds a contemporary dimension to the customer experience.
A warm and welcoming atmosphere
The final objective was clear: to create a place where guests could feel at home, within a carefully designed, welcoming, and authentic environment. Every detail was conceived to convey a sense of warmth and relaxed elegance, in keeping with the concept of the new trattoria and grill restaurant: honest, genuine cuisine to be enjoyed in a space that places relationships, comfort, and the connection with the local area at its heart.