A bespoke project that combines craftsmanship, design, and respect for history, set in the heart of Franciacorta.
In the renewal of Antica Fratta’s barrel cellar, a historic winery and a symbol of Franciacorta’s excellence, Siderio collaborated with the architecture firm Pistacchio & Caffè by Francesca Vizzari and Nicola Donda – a creative duo long engaged in high profile projects – to create a space where metal becomes an integral part of the story of wine and time.
A balance of materiality, elegance, and functionality, where every detail contributes to a warm, contemporary atmosphere without betraying the historical soul of the place.
Metal furnishings for a space with character
For the winery, the project included the custom-made steel structure of large doors with a minimalist profile, anthracite finish, and solid oak paneling. At the center, a circular glass element with gold-finished frame becomes a refined and distinctive feature, evoking the circle as a timeless symbol of perfection and continuity.
Suspended round hammered sheet-metal elements with an anodized gold finish complete the intervention, enriching the space with soft, ever-changing reflections. The dialogue between wood and metal, between matte and gloss, gives the barrel cellar a renewed identity, where tradition and innovation coexist in perfect harmony.
Boiserie and cladding: the texture of metal as architectural language
To enhance the structure and define the spatial rhythm of the renovated cellar, Siderio also created custom metal boiserie and perforated sheet claddings for the pillars, in an elegant anthracite finish. A choice that merges function and aesthetics: the texture of metal adds visual depth and rhythm, while the dark tone maintains a refined, understated presence perfectly integrated into the environment.
The result is a project that celebrates material and light, transforming metal into a narrative element capable of dialoguing with stone, wood, and wine itself. A work that proves how contemporary design, when guided by artisan sensitivity, can renew historic spaces without compromising their essence.
