Project

Perched on the hill overlooking the Boboli Gardens and a short distance from the iconic Ponte Vecchio, Villa Morrill is a place boasting an incredible wealth of refined details. After a restoration lasting over two years under the guidance of architect Massimo Adario, the villa has been transformed into a residence of rare beauty, with breathtaking views of the grandeur of Florence.

The inspiration

In the 1930s, Ferdinand Gordon and Elizabeth Morrill visited Florence, where they were enchanted by its unparalleled artistic beauty. Years later, they decided to return and purchase a medieval tower and a historic lemon house, drawn by the splendid view of the Duomo and Palazzo Vecchio.
Every mosaic surface in the villa was meticulously designed, starting with the Roman-inspired motif that extends from the library to the 18th-century lemon house. The striking stone staircase leading to the entrance and access to the tower is just one of the elements that enhance the connection between the residence's past and present.

Materials

The mosaic floor, designed by architect Massimo Adario, marks a new chapter in the villa's fascinating history.
Each mosaic draws inspiration from compositions that reflect different architectural periods of the Tuscan city.
The Bianco Thassos and Nero Marquina used in the motifs inspired by ancient Rome echo the black and white geometries found in the Church of Santa Maria Novella and the Baptistery of San Giovanni, creating a visual bridge between history and contemporary design.

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