A Tuscan Adventure - Castello di Potentino: The Restoration of a Castle (Hardcover)

When Charlotte Horton and her family of British bohemians discovered an abandoned Tuscan castle, little did they know that they would transform it into a vibrant, modern locale. Nestled in the rugged terrain of Mount Amiata, Castello di Potentino was a dilapidated mess: roofs had collapsed and there was no plumbing or electricity. Following the arduous process of purchasing it from 22 different owners, they set to work renovating the eleventh-century structure. In this enthralling account of revamping the castello into a contemporary ode to Italian tradition, photographs by the late British fashion photographer Michael Woolley showcase the property, while Horton s text dives into the renovation and life at Potentino. From a dramatic vaulted entrance hall to a starry ceiling mural, the interiors are bound to delight. Readers also learn about technical details, such as recycling materials and painting. A chapter dedicated to the land complete with a vineyard and olive groves displays Horton s philosophy of self-sufficiency. This book is a must-have for those interested in Italian architecture and the Tuscan lifestyle, or anyone with the dream of restoring a tower in Tuscany.

General

Imprint:	Rizzoli International Publications
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	September 2021
Authors:	Charlotte Horton • Michael Woolley
Dimensions:	279 x 241 x 25mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	224
ISBN-13:	978-0-8478-6954-1
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Photography & photographs > General
LSN:	0-8478-6954-7
Barcode:	9780847869541

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