As the name of this delightful holiday home in Morciano di Leuca, Italy implies, Casa nel Bosco di Ulivi is located in an olive grove. Designed by the architectural practice of Luca Zanaroli, this house offers every comfort of a contemporary home in an idyllic rural setting.
The stone faced sections of the facade is built from the limestone which was excavated from the land to create the space for the pool. It forms a strong defining aspect of the structure, and that is its connection to its surroundings as all materials used for the construction were locally sourced.
The contrasting elements of the exterior continue inside where a bright clean space with generous windows and skylights create a dialogue with the beauty of the land. Stone and wood feature in the kitchen and bathroom as a rustic touch to the minimal interior. Insulation and natural ventilation systems have been incorporated into the project, intended to meet the climatic conditions of the region and are a welcome feature of this incredibly well designed country home in sunny Italy.
