Contemporary interior design in a 16th-century home in Apulia
Salento is the somewhat overlooked part of Italy’s Apulia region, in a province that is nevertheless famous. The trulli of Alberobello, the masserie of Ostuni, the crowds in July at Polignano a Mare, can attest to that. But Salento, the tip of the heel of the Italian boot, still escapes this social media-driven frenzy. Nardò, a Baroque town ten minutes from the coast, has not yet been overrun by…
This white Apulian house blends old-world charm with modern comfort
Just a few miles from Monopoli, Casa Lama is a white Apulian house—a bright retreat surrounded by century-old olive trees. Combining architectural heritage with contemporary touches, this home invites you to enjoy its peaceful setting. With its simple, geometric lines, the house is nestled among Art Nouveau villas. Here, the traditional Apulian architecture was preserved during the renovation.…