The generous use of limestone, both inside and out, was another important feature that established the villa’s blended character. “We called for two different sizes and styles of laying stone; the larger ones were reserved for the main elements of the home, while a smaller rubble mix denotes secondary elements and features, such as the home’s courtyards walls,” Hathaway explains. Some of the exterior details were even inspired by the architect’s trip to Siena, Italy. Hathaway says this interplay of stone surfaces allows the villa to appear as though it evolved in size and shape over time.
Summing up the results, Hathaway adds the final assessment of his and the design team’s efforts. “We set out to create a modern take on a classic Italian estate—which, I think, we accomplished.”
