In Milan’s CityLife district, the renovation of an apartment spanning more than 200 sqm for a family of four became an opportunity to rethink the entire layout and the way its spaces are experienced.
The project unfolds around natural light, which filters through the interiors, softened by the canopies of the tall trees lining the street, while glimpses of the city’s contemporary skyline emerge beyond.
The generous living room and kitchen form the heart of the home. Here, contemporary furnishings engage in a dialogue with family furniture and objects, each carrying personal stories and memories from Palermo and Rome. These are the cities of origin of the owners, who, after living in several European capitals, chose Milan as the place to settle and raise their two children.
A large sliding glass door separates the kitchen from the living room while preserving a visual connection between the two spaces. Defined by its deep green hue, the kitchen is entirely custom-designed and crafted by an artisan from Palermo. Its bespoke cabinetry extends into the living area, where it takes the form of a continuous boiserie.
The long corridor, too, moves beyond its conventional role as a transitional space to become an integral part of the home. A continuous boiserie lends it a distinctive character, incorporating a built-in bench while concealing the bedroom doors, bringing a sense of unity and coherence to the space.
The private quarters comprise the master bedroom and two children’s bedrooms, served by two dedicated bathrooms, alongside a third bathroom for guests.
The result is a home shaped around the rituals of everyday life, seeking to bring together contemporary design and the enduring presence of personal memory.
About Provenzano Architetti Associati
Founded in Palermo in 1971 by architect Fausto Provenzano, Provenzano Architetti Associati is an architecture and urban design practice with a multidisciplinary approach and a strong connection to its Sicilian roots. Today, under the direction of Sebastiano Provenzano, the studio brings together an experienced team of senior and junior architects, working across residential, commercial and hospitality projects, as well as public spaces, buildings and urban infrastructure.
Its design philosophy is rooted in a thoughtful dialogue between architecture, context and the way people inhabit spaces. Combining contemporary vision with a deep appreciation of Palermo’s rich artisan heritage, the studio approaches each project as a unique undertaking, placing particular emphasis on materials, craftsmanship and the relationship between form and everyday life. Working throughout Italy and internationally, Provenzano Architetti Associati seeks to restore a sense of quality and meaning to the built environment.
