Ceramics, arches, niches and colored furniture encourage the renewal project of this picturesque Mediterranean style house of the island of Capri. We talked about Villa Michela, in the heart of the Blue Island, a renewal project that has managed to perfectly represent the vibrant and colorist essence of the Dolce Vita de Capri of the seventies. It is not a simple remodeling project, but a careful intervention aimed at celebrating the glorious past of the island reinterpreting the concept of contemporary life.
The History of the Villa
Originally, the Mediterranean style house It was part of one of the first hotel complexes on the island, known as Le Terrazze. Over time, this historic hotel became a series of private apartments, including Villa Michela itself. That, with its enviable location, it stands out among all the other complex projects. On the one hand, the town is among the famous Piazzetta de Capri, an emblematic place where visitors gather to enjoy the atmosphere of the island; And, on the other, it is close to the famous Via Camerelle, known for its luxury boutiques and fashion stores. Its strategic location offers the best of the two worlds on the island. Despite its proximity to the most animated and busy areas of Capri, Villa Michela manages to maintain a serene and section, offering its residents a haven of peace and comfort.
The renewal project
The architect Flavia Donatella Flavia Donatella Esposito who, for the intervention, focused mainly on the recovery of some original furniture elements of the 70s, «evoking the taste of those years in which Capri was and remains an icon of style.» In the living area, we observe how the foot lamp Cousin Signora From Fontana Arte dominates the space with its soft light and its refined design, while a Cassina Blanca table adds a modern touch to the context. Placed on the couch, a beautiful photo titled «The Kiss», by Aloisvanlstudio, immediately attracts the looks, becoming the focal point of the room. Around the photo, Designers Guild colored cushions unfounded vitality and warmth to the room, inviting themselves to relax and enjoy the beauty of space.
The choice of design
The armchairs and the room sideboard tell a unique story. «Originally belonging to the 70s, these pieces have been skillfully recovered and reinterpreted in contemporary key. Its presence not only enriches the aesthetics of the room, but also creates a tangible link with the past, evoking – once more – the atmosphere of the Dolce Vita de Capri in a modern context.» Going to the kitchen, we find a true masterpiece of design and functionality: built in masonry, stands out for its marzzi lux tile countertop, which offer a resistant and great visual impact surface. Here, the contrast to the intense blue tonalite plates provides depth and character, creating an environment at the same time cozy and sophisticated.