Readers Praise Minimalist Conversion of Florentine Barn into Compact Home
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Rheanna Hopkins
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Summary
Readers discuss the conversion of a Florentine barn into a compact, minimalist home by Italian studio Fōntego Architettura. The 80-square-metre home features decorative geometric window screens and mint-green cabinets, blending seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. Commenters praised the design for its pleasant and unobtrusive qualities.
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"How impressively pleasant and unobtrusive a house can be,"
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