Villa La Marchesina

SAVELLETRI, FASANO (BR) · 2024

Villa La Marchesina was conceived as a contemporary tribute to the ancient Apulian masserie, nestled among centuries-old olive trees in the contrada Coccaro area and the beautiful Savelletri coastline, just a few minutes from the historic center of Fasano.

The project, designed by architect and designer Graziana Calabrese, interprets the concept of Quiet Luxury through a refined blend of understated Apulian elegance, natural materials, and artisanal details.

A language that bridges past and present

The villa, spanning over 600 square meters, unfolds longitudinally with five suites, three kitchens, a terrace with a jacuzzi pool, gym, loggias, a garden with citrus grove and vegetable garden, as well as a large swimming pool with solarium.

The formal, material, and decorative choices recall the archetype of the traditional masseria: white walls, arches, and pergolas, reinterpreted in a modern and functional way.
Each space is designed to convey calm and simplicity, using stone, wood, and burnished brass, with visual continuity between day and night areas.

Craftsmanship and customization

For the customization of the interiors, Graziana Calabrese collaborated with Team Bronzetto, a Florentine artisanal workshop renowned for its high-quality metalwork.

Unique pieces were created, such as hand-hammered and burned brass wall sconces, artistic details for the living room niches, and custom burnished brass handles for each suite — inspired by fruits and plants typical of Puglia: olive, pomegranate, lemon, fig, and carob.

Spaces and atmosphere

The entrance, bright and central, features a brass niche with a sculpted wooden trunk, creating a strong contrast with the rest of the villa.

The living area is wide and luminous, with large French doors opening onto monumental olive trees. The sleeping areais separated by a long corridor finished in white lime plaster, with rooms decorated in colors typical of the region: ochre yellow, terracotta red, powder blue, and olive green.

Comfort and functionality

Lighting designed with floor lamps, artistic chandeliers, and wall sconces created by Bronzetto

All-white kitchen with custom dark burnished brass taps and handles

Functional yet elegant spaces, conceived for maximum comfort and hospitality

The master suite stands out for its oval false ceiling and a freestanding bathtub, surrounded by black-painted wooden trunks.

Facts & Figures

Assignment: Preliminary, detailed, and executive project, plus site supervision
Client: Private
Furnishings: Bronzetto Firenze