Lodge Calimala: Aged Magnificence in Florence’s Centro Storico
The Palazzo Degli Angeli, a landmark within the middle of Florence with eclectic 19th century architectural types, has been restored by architect Alex Meitlis and lately opened as Lodge Calimala this October.
The 38-key property sits in Florence’s Centro Storico neighborhood, a UNESCO World Heritage Web site that additionally homes the Duomo and the outstanding artwork museum, the Uffizi Gallery. Meitlis had the concept to design the rooms with an “aged magnificence” in order to focus on the unique constructing’s options and proportions, from the tall ceilings to the distressed stone partitions to even the unique brass accents – which now shine as in the event that they have been trendy additions.
The tricolored terrazzo flooring within the lavatory takes from the likes of the Battistero di San Giovanni, whereas Meitlis designed bespoke tables, beds, lounge chairs, headboards, and lighting in his personal inventive type. The extra stylish, formal textures of velvet, brass, and marble – visible statements as they’re – are softened by homey Kvadrat textiles and artwork curated by in-house curator Carmel Ilan.
In a neighborhood like that, you’d need to peek outdoors and take up the historical past and the hubbub – so Meitlis ensured every of the rooms have been outfitted with the unique oak window shutters. Within the day, these personal abodes are flooded with pure mild.
Lean your head out and get recent air and take heed to the quiet chatter of the streets as and whenever you want, simply as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelli, and the Medici household in all probability did of their lifetime.
To high it off, the rooftop vacation spot ANGEL spans three flooring and presents a plunge pool, a floral backyard, and the sort of Mediterranean-meets-Center Jap fare that you simply’d need to tuck into because the Tuscan solar is setting behind you.
What: Lodge Calimala
The place: By way of Calimala, 2, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
How a lot? Ranging from $193
Highlights: Architect Alex Meitlis preserves the storied landmark in Florence’s Centro Storico – tall ceilings, oak shutters, and brass accents are given new life as a swanky, upscale resort.
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