studio bressan transforms italian farmhouse into residence with double-height glass portico

FARMHOUSE RENOVATION BY STUDIO BRESSAN

Studio Bressan transforms an old rural farmhouse into a contemporary residence, adding a new double-height glass portico to Casolare Biordo Vecchio, located in the hills of Asolo, Italy. This architectural gesture serves as a modern extension of the original dwelling’s traditional covered porch, marking a deliberate transition from an introverted to a more outward-facing condition. While the original stone facade remains largely discreet, the new addition fully unveils the home’s spaces to the landscape, creating a continuous dialogue between the building and its natural surroundings.

double-height glass EXTENSION brings in brightness

Located on a natural slope along Via Biordo Vecchio, the renovated farmhouse by Studio Bressan sits within a small cluster of homes facing the public road. Once past the entrance gate, the house reveals itself discreetly, dominated by the original stone facade that preserves the building’s history and ensures the privacy of the interior spaces. It is only upon rounding the southeast corner that the main architectural gesture — the expansion of the southern portico with a new double-height glass volume — unveils, creating a fan-shaped opening that frames the greenery and draws in the view, transforming the living area into a bright space.

living area unfolds as a single fluid space

Inside, the home’s interiors are warm and bright, defined by a palette of natural and textured surfaces. Floors of oak wood and travertine, light plaster finishes, and exposed beams tell the story of a strong bond with tradition. Natural light enters through wide openings, creating soft atmospheres, while the new portico becomes a living frame that brings the quietness of the hills indoors.

The spatial organization follows a clear and functional logic: the living area unfolds as a single fluid space with visual continuity to the outside, while the upstairs bedrooms retain a more intimate and reserved character. On the exterior, the exposed stone and pitched roof honor the region’s typical architectural language, while a natural, muted color palette helps the farmhouse blend harmoniously into the surrounding landscape.

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project info:

name: Casolare Biordo Vecchio
designer: Studio Bressan | @studiobressan
location: Asolo, Italy

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