Renovating a studio apartment: A Design Project to live together in harmony
Arch. Viola Curti 18.1.2025 @2024 Giovanetti Home SA
In the heart of a vibrant urban setting, we had the opportunity to undertake an exciting project for a client of GiovanettiHome SA. The task of our team, consisting of two architects and a designer, was to renovate a small studio apartment so as to optimize its space and encourage sharing.. The main challenge? Creating an environment that would allow both people living there to enjoy privacy, despite the size limitations of the apartment.
Changing Housing Needs: How Covid has redefined our concept of housing
Emanuele Giovanetti 17.1.2025 @2024 Giovanetti Home SA
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on many aspects of our lives, and one of the most noticeable changes has been the way we perceive and use our living spaces. Today, people’s housing needs have changed dramatically: the home is no longer just a place to sleep and eat; it has become a multifunctional refuge, a place to work, relax, and find a moment of peace in a fast-paced society.
The Importance of Sound Insulation in Offices and Restaurants
Viola Curti 16.1.2025 @2024 Giovanetti Home SA
Sound insulation is a crucial element in office and restaurant design. Investing in acoustic solutions not only improves efficiency and productivity, but also enriches the experience of customers and employees. By creating acoustically comfortable environments, we can contribute to a more sustainable and enjoyable working and dining world by highlighting the importance of designing spaces that meet the acoustic needs of the people who use them.
If when I am away from home I am always in contact with too many people and in the midst of chaos, but at home I want to feel a sense of protection, serenity and peace, how should my home be?
Emanuele Giovanetti 15.1.2025 @2024 Giovanetti Home SA
In contrast to the feelings experienced in such a situation, special attention should be paid to the following points during design:
If I have a very stressful job and am forced to spend all day in the office enclosed in a small space amidst the clutter created by colleagues, but at home I want to feel free enjoying that everything is put in its proper place, how should my home be?
Emanuele Giovanetti 15.1.2025 @2024 Giovanetti Home SA
As opposed to feeling stressed because of working during the day in constrained spaces shared closely with other people, special attention should be paid to the following points during planning:
Home and work environment considerations:
The home or work environment has a significant impact on productivity, and several factors can influence the way a person feels and works.
Studies in architecture and environmental psychology regarding how spaces influence human behavior, useful for housing design and implementation:
Here is a summary of the main findings from architectural and environmental psychology studies regarding how spaces influence human behavior, useful for housing design and implementation:
Getting rid of Clutter: How to remove unnecessary items and improve comfort and well-being in your home
In our fast-paced world, homes tend to become a reflection of our lives: full of activities, commitments, and sometimes clutter. However, what many of us do not consider is the effect that a cluttered environment has on our well-being. Removing clutter and unnecessary items from one’s home can lead to a significant improvement in comfort and mental and physical well-being. Let’s find out why.
The 5 elements of Feng Shui: Fire, Wood, Earth, Metal and Water
In home spaces, you can use various furnishings, elements and colors to represent the five main elements of Feng Shui. Here are some practical ideas for incorporating each element:
But did you know that throughout history some philosophers had realized that the home environment could influence people’s well-being?
Yes, throughout history there have been several streams of thought and philosophers who have explored the concept of how the home environment can influence people’s inner well-being, linking architecture and space design to the psychological and personal needs of individuals.
