The project brief called for a sensitive transformation of an old villa — a house that has stood for decades on the slope of a vineyard plot, carrying the traces of all its previous inhabitants. The goal was to add a new chapter to its story: a complete renovation that preserves the character of the house while opening it up to contemporary needs.

On the first and second floors, two separate residential units are created, each with its own rhythm of light and proportions. The top floor, extended with a partial additional level under the roof, transforms into a third, spatially the most complex apartment — a “house above the house,” where the proximity of the sky can be felt. The basement remains untouched; it is the quiet layer of the villa, retaining its original character.

The project also involved reorganizing the ground level, connecting the house to the terrain, and adding covered parking. This is achieved through a lightweight steel structure suspended along the eastern edge of the plot — a subtle, almost floating gesture that releases the house from the confinement of its original annexes and allows it to breathe freely from all sides. The roof of the structure is designed as an extensive green surface, returning part of what was taken back to the landscape.

The ground level also includes a complete reorganization of the terrain: new retaining walls and staircases make the different levels of the plot accessible and create a natural path around the house. The overall concept is designed so that moving through the property feels light and organic. In the future, an outdoor lift is planned on the northern side — discreet yet essential, allowing the house to be accessible to anyone who wishes to use it without barriers.