A Minimalist Stone and Wood Residence in Tuscany: Montemaggio

 Montemaggio Residence – Tuscan Minimalist Architecture

A landmark project blending minimal architecture and Italian craftsmanship

Discover Montemaggio, a minimalist stone and wood residence designed by John Pawson and crafted by Costa Interiors with exceptional Italian craftsmanship.

Montemaggio stands as one of the most meaningful projects delivered by Costa Interiors, a private residence nestled in the Tuscan hills where contemporary minimalism merges seamlessly with authentic Italian craftsmanship.

The architectural concept was developed by the renowned John Pawson Studio in London, supported by executive architect Douglas Tuck.
The client—a prominent artistic director of major European theatres—requested an essential, warm, and materially honest environment.

Material mastery: carved pietra serena and solid oak

Pietra serena: sculpted from the raw material

Pietra serena is the structural and aesthetic core of this project.
Costa Interiors executed all stone elements, many carved directly from solid blocks, shaped with exceptional precision to:

• create a seamless indoor–outdoor flow
• achieve perfectly calibrated surfaces
• enhance the material’s natural presence

Learn more about Costa Interiors’ material expertise by visiting:
Noble Materials & Finishes

Oak wood: warmth, texture, proportion

The interiors feature custom-made oak elements, offering a warm tone and natural grain.
For technical insights into European oak:
👉 European Oak

Each wooden component was tailor-made to achieve the architectural purity envisioned by Pawson.

Costa Interiors’ approach: precision, speed and bespoke execution

Delivering Montemaggio required:

• technical mastery in shaping carved pietra serena 
• fast coordination with an international design team 
• full custom fabrication of unique components 
• continuous dialogue with a highly demanding artistic client 

Discover more about how we work:
👉 Costa Interiors – Our Approach

Explore additional high-end projects in our portfolio:
👉 Costa Interiors Projects

A project that continues to inspire

Montemaggio remains a benchmark for architects seeking:

• essential contemporary design 
• mastery in natural materials 
• bespoke craftsmanship 
• minimalist architecture with technical depth 

For additional references on Pawson’s minimalism, visit:
👉 ArchDaily – John Pawson Projects

Explore the surrounding region for contextual insights:
👉 Visit Tuscany

If you are looking for a partner capable of delivering tailor-made architectural interiors with extraordinary precision and material sensitivity, Costa Interiors is your ideal collaborator.

👉 Contact Costa Interiors to discuss your next project.