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Project posted by Kate Havran

Amilu Farmhouse

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Location
Piemonte, Italy
Year
2020
Structure
House (Single Residence)
Style
Modern
The biodynamic pool can be used all year. Here it’s February at 2 degrees Celsius for some cold therapeutic meditation
The biodynamic pool can be used all year. Here it’s February at 2 degrees Celsius for some cold therapeutic meditation
Sheep mow our grass reducing our carbon footprint and regenerating our soil
Sheep mow our grass reducing our carbon footprint and regenerating our soil
The biodynamic pool has a mobile floor base that rises and lowers to the desired height
The biodynamic pool has a mobile floor base that rises and lowers to the desired height
A Modern reinterpretation of the Piedmont Farmhouse
A Modern reinterpretation of the Piedmont Farmhouse
At night the house lights up like a lantern from the inside of the central kitchen
At night the house lights up like a lantern from the inside of the central kitchen
Shadows and light change constantly from day to night
Shadows and light change constantly from day to night
The black infinity biodynamic pool is also a mirror reflecting the house, clouds or surrounding trees depending on the angle from which you view from
The black infinity biodynamic pool is also a mirror reflecting the house, clouds or surrounding trees depending on the angle from which you view from
The pool faces East so Yoga Sun salutations are perfect with the sunrise
The pool faces East so Yoga Sun salutations are perfect with the sunrise
Belgian Blue stone and Ipe wood was used for the deck
Belgian Blue stone and Ipe wood was used for the deck
The front main entrance is a more discrete linear entrance compared to the more modern private back-yard
The front main entrance is a more discrete linear entrance compared to the more modern private back-yard
The framed kitchen view is like a living Monet painting. Constantly changing with the seasons
The framed kitchen view is like a living Monet painting. Constantly changing with the seasons
Yet still another facade shows the playful aspect of a home built into the hillside with many surprises during your discovery of this home for the first time
Yet still another facade shows the playful aspect of a home built into the hillside with many surprises during your discovery of this home for the first time
Lightness of being
Lightness of being
A private back exit for the children to play sport protected from the direct heat of the sun most of the day
A private back exit for the children to play sport protected from the direct heat of the sun most of the day
White cement details of poolside matched with sand finished Belgian blue stone
White cement details of poolside matched with sand finished Belgian blue stone
The brick pattern lights up little windows during the evening
The brick pattern lights up little windows during the evening

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Details

Square Feet
900
Lot Size
17,000 acres
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
4
Partial Baths
1

Credits

Posted by
Architect
Luca Gandini
F:L Architetti
Interior Design
Kate Havran
Landscape Design
Kate Havran
Builder
Biemme Costruzioni di Borra e Macori
Photographer
Beppe Giardino
Awards
The Plan Finalist 2020
BigSEE Architecture Award 2021 – Winner
Publications
Amilu Farm Archilovers
World Architecture
Rotta su Torino
Archello
ArtFacade

From Kate Havran

It all started with the dream of owning an organic regenerative farm so our multicultural family could put down roots in Turin, Italy. The Amilu Farmhouse is a newly built environmentally friendly home close to nature yet close enough to Torino.

The home is a modern reinterpretation of the classic Piedmont farmhouse built into the hillside on seven hectares of hilly woodlands in Gassino. The distinctive light brick pattern of the façade gives the building a unique identity. The construction is based on distinct and connected volumes oriented to the topography of the land. The use of natural materials is inviting and warm, protecting you from the natural elements while remaining connected to nature with strategically framed views.

The dedication to sustainably is pivotal to the entire project. Energy flow and the water cycle aim to build resilience to climate change and self-sufficiency. The main roof is completely covered with 50kW of solar panels generating enough power even for the surrounding community. In addition, two green roofs provide thermal insulation as well as the build being semi-underground. While rainwater and wastewater are captured and recycled for use in cultivation.

Amilu Farmhouse: a holistic approach to building, farming and living.

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house: @amilufarmhouse
farm: @amilufarm
architects: @flarchitetti