On the wooded slopes above Lake Maggiore, few homes break from tradition like Pinwheel, a 2021 residence with a pentagonal form and sculptural white façade designed by JM Architecture.

Known locally as the Pink Grotto, this waterfront Amalfi Coast villa was designed by Gae Aulenti — the iconic architect behind the Musée d’Orsay — and it’s unlike anything else on the Mediterranean.

Located near Piazza Santo Spirito, this former 19th-century theater tower was reimagined by Stefano Tozzi, a Florentine architect with experience at renowned studios like Natalini and Arata Isozaki and collaborations with celebrated architects Daniel Libeskind and Zaha Hadid.

Set on the hills of Piacenza, this architect restored 17th century property was once called "Osteria Nuova" and served as an Inn for travellers along one of the ancient Salt Roads from Genoa to Milan.

The Sandcastle is more than just a stunning beachfront property; it is a testament to the late Harry Gesner's genius and his commitment to sustainable design.