Interior of a minimalist house by Italian architect Mario Cutuli

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In our upcoming article, we explore the fascinating intersection of minimalism and organic architecture in home design. “The Interior of the House in the Style of Minimalism and the Principles of Organic Architecture” will take you through innovative layouts, cleverly designed spaces, and aesthetically pleasing rooms that adhere to these two popular design philosophies.

From living rooms and bedrooms to small, compact spaces, we’ll delve into the principles that make this combination a visual treat. Learn how to balance the streamlined elegance of minimalism with the natural, fluid shapes of organic architecture in your own home.

The interior of the house in the style of minimalism and the principles of organic architecture

Interior and exterior of the house in the style of minimalism

The interior of the house in the minimalist style is presented by the architect Mario Cutuli. A huge villa (250 sq.m.) is located in the town of Noto next to the natural reserve of Vendicari on the island of Sicily. It is home to the creator of a rental website, Guglielmo Parasporo, and his wife, art critic Elena del Drago.

The design of this house embodies the principles of organic architecture. The craftsmen were inspired to create a similar shape of the building by the winding outlines of the Ghibla mountains. The space of the villa, where you can stop to explore the surroundings, is divided into three wings. Each part is an irregular polygon with rounded corners and slightly sloping walls. The kitchen and living room are located in the central area. The other two rooms are guest bedrooms with private bathrooms, one of them is equipped with a small kitchen.

The architect Mario Cutuli called this building “porous”. The arrangement of windows, asymmetrical and seemingly random, creates natural ventilation and reduces the need for air conditioning. This decision defines the philosophy of the project – a dialogue between the interior and exterior of the house, and also emphasizes the aesthetics and functionality of its space.

In the living room, there is a skylight on the ceiling that looks like a cloud. It performs the function of a kind of sundial, creating a luminous trail on the floor that follows the sun. And glass sliding doors to the entire height of the wall offer a sea view of the ancient tonnara – an archaeological monument of the reserve.

With the exception of the Panton di Vitra chairs, the furniture is made from recycled materials, according to the principles of “recycling” (Upcycling). Local craftsmen also took part in its manufacture. Very often, stone furniture replaces the usual one.

The architect and the owners of the house agreed that building materials should be simple: cement, drywall and iron were used for both interior and exterior decoration. The design ideas of minimalism and closeness to nature are reflected in the design of the walls and floor: they are not covered with anything and are not processed in any way. This emphasizes the purity and sophistication of the style.

The interior is dominated by muted tones. The color of the clay in the surrounding villages served as a guide when choosing the range. The walls of the house are covered with a special coating obtained from local stones. Depending on the time of day, the light, reflected on the plaster, plays with different shades.

The interior of the master bedroom is a tribute to rustic minimalism with a modern twist.

Bulky devices that regulate the bioclimatic conditions in the house are built into the interior inconspicuously. From the outside, they are also hidden so as not to disturb the visual harmony with the landscape. The walls are specially made thick to keep the temperature inside the house. Solar panels generate energy for water heating and air conditioning. The fireplace boiler provides heating in winter, and windows – coolness in summer.

The rooftop terrace is the perfect spot for an aperitif at sunset. Here you can walk along the walking alley, sit on stone benches or have a barbecue. From here you can clearly see how the design of the house follows the curves and colors of the landscape.

Thus, the principles of respect for nature were embodied in the external and internal design. Here everything is subject to the reasonable use of its resources. A minimum of details, natural colors and materials, stone furniture create a unique originality of this house and do not distract from the contemplation of landscapes. Share in the comments what impressed you the most in this project.

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