Villa in Verbania, Italy, 558 m²

On the lakefront of Verbania, in an exclusive location on Lake Maggiore, a villa with direct access to the lake is for sale, a masterpiece by the well-known architect Aldo Rossi.
This splendid residence, measuring approximately 500 square metres on four levels, offers spectacular views of the lake from every floor. Commissioned by a family whose name is associated with one of the most famous Made in Italy design brands, the villa represents the master's only architectural work on Lake Maggiore.
Considered one of the most influential Italian architects of the second half of the 20th century, Aldo Rossi was the first Italian designer to receive the prestigious Pritzker Architecture Prize.
With his rigorous language of primary forms, geometries and evocative spaces, he offered a personal vision of postmodernism, creating some of the most poetically intense works of architecture and design of his time.
The design of the villa is characterised by large, essential volumes, blending elements typical of 19th-century patrician residences into a measured eclecticism of materials. The structure is built with stone wall partitions, built according to the ancient technique of ‘scagliola’ walls, now fallen into disuse, combined with terracotta frames for the windows.
In the complex texture of these walls, thin flakes of rock of various types, shape, length and colour are layered, giving the wall a homogeneous and slightly rippled compactness. I
materials used include Montorfano granite, Baveno, beola and serizzo, which in their shades of silver grey, lead or ochre enrich the uniqueness of the structure. The entrance to the villa is characterised by two imposing polished green granite columns, the same material found in the frames of the entrance door and windows, creating an elegant contrast with the scagliola wall behind the columns.
The façade facing the lake, more reserved and protected from outside gaze, abandons its severe appearance to adopt an elegant classical style, with three loggias entirely in terracotta, whose red colour blends beautifully with the grey of the stone.
The octagonal columns, the balustrade columns, the window frames and the tiles integrated into the green metal beams of the terraces were made of terracotta to a design by Aldo Rossi, thanks to the collaboration of a Tuscan kiln.
The craftsmanship in working the stone flake facades, combined with a surprising use of terracotta and a special copper covering of the vaulted roof, gives the residence a unique and precious character. In contrast to the terracotta, the red paintwork of the window and door frames recalls oriental colours, inspired by the architect's experience in Japan, while the rose-plastered surface provides a backdrop to the loggias overlooking the lake.
The handrail of the balustrades, made of wood painted white, underlines the choice of using materials that evolve and become richer over time.
The layout of the villa on four levels creates a succession of independent but connected spaces. The first level, at street level, is the hub of daily life and conviviality: with its entrance, kitchen, bathroom, dining area and living room, separated by a monumental fireplace, it welcomes guests. The second level, facing the lake, with its double living room, service rooms and bathroom, offers a more intimate relationship with the surrounding garden and lake.
The lush vegetation and the high stone fence walls accentuate the feeling of privacy and direct contact with the lake. The sleeping area is developed on the two upper levels: on the first is the large master bedroom with bathroom and walk-in wardrobe, while on the second, under the evocative vaults of the roof, there are three more bedrooms with two bathrooms. The floors on the lake and street level are made of natural stone slabs, while those in the bedrooms on the upper levels are made of teak wood, adding warmth and intimacy to the private spaces.
All the furniture has been carefully designed by the renowned architect. A spa area and a large garage for four cars complete this exclusive residence. The magic of the villa also extends to the garden, where there is a wooden terrace overlooking the water, perfect for enjoying the natural wonders of this shore of Lake Maggiore or for organising unforgettable aperitifs at sunset. Finally, there is a private dock for mooring one's own boat: an invitation to discover the lake more closely. The villa's strategic location, close to the cycle path and the scenic lakeside promenade that leads to the town centre in just a few minutes, full of cafés, restaurants and services, makes the offer even more valuable.
All the furniture has been carefully designed by the renowned architect. A spa area and a large garage for four cars complete this exclusive residence. The magic of the villa also extends to the garden, where there is a wooden terrace overlooking the water, perfect for enjoying the natural wonders of this shore of Lake Maggiore or for organising unforgettable aperitifs at sunset. Finally, there is a private dock for mooring one's own boat: an invitation to discover the lake more closely.
The villa's strategic location, close to the cycle path and the scenic lakeside promenade that leads to the town centre in just a few minutes, full of cafés, restaurants and services, makes the offer even more valuable.
The first level, at the street level, is the fulcrum of daily life and conviviality: with an entrance hall, kitchen, bathroom, dining area and living room, separated by a Villa Aldo Rossi in Suna is not just a villa: it is an icon of style, a choice for those seeking not only a property pieds dans l'eau, but a home without equal, a jewel that is one of a kind.
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