Casa Petra is a retreat in Ceglie Messapica, Italy, designed by Alessia Angelini. It combines local architecture with contemporary design, featuring three renovated lamie and minimalist interiors. The retreat includes a raised terrace with a pool, outdoor kitchen, and Mediterranean garden, providing space for relaxation amidst a vineyard and olive grove.

Local architecture meets contemporary design
Located in the heart of the Valle D?Itria in Italy, Casa Petra is a renovated retreat that balances traditional architecture with contemporary design elements. The project was realised by designer Alessia Angelini and interiors expert Mattia Caramia, who transformed three old lamias into a minimalist oasis.

Casa Petra’s main structure is an imposing central lamia, beautifully illuminated by an arched, glazed door, serving as the main living area. Two adjacent structures, once an ancient district oven, contain three bedrooms, each with its respective bathroom. These structures have been refurbished using materials from the original lamia, with the exterior clad in stone and the interior featuring exposed tuff and grey microcement.
Minimalist interiors and natural material palette
The interiors are deliberately minimalistic, with white lime-washed walls that contrast with green doors and subdued orange cement washbasins. Custom oak furniture enhances the streamlined decor, offering a contemporary reinterpretation of traditional countryside homes.

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