The Architect's Own House
Casa FouFou
The Architect's Own House
Casa FouFou
Sunset at Santa Chiara Loggia, Porto Maurizio. Some evenings, nowhere else will do!
The view that made the permit worth fighting for — terracotta rooftops, and the Riviera dei Fiori beyond...
Sun-Drenched Terrace
The campanile of San Giovanni Battista, the terracotta roofscape, and the Riviera dei Fiori
Authentic Italian Charm
Set within a three-hundred-year-old urban cluster
Steps from the Sea & Cycle path
the beach, the old harbour, it's restaurants, the market and the local museums are all footsteps away
A Home, Not a Hotel
A home prepared with care. You are welcomed as guests, not customers
Sanremo is 20 minutes away, the medieval village of Dolceacqua just 30 minutes, and the glamour of Monaco and the French Riviera is under 90 minutes by car or train.
By Air
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (1h 15m) or Genoa Airport (1h 30m). Car hire available at both
By Train
Imperia station connects to Genoa, Nice, Milan, and Turin.
By Car
Autostrada A10 (E89) runs along the coast. Easy access from France or the rest of Italy.
Interior & Material
The entire interior was redesigned from scratch. The plan was rethought room by room to make every metre count. Storage is built in. Spaces are layered to serve more than one purpose. Nothing is wasted.
The material palette is deliberately quiet. Neutral tones, sustainable and robust, were chosen to sit alongside the original stone and floor rather than compete with them. The Italian character of the building — its texture, its proportions, its age — remains the dominant voice. Scandinavian thinking shaped the process: reduce to the essential, use materials honestly, let function define form.
Ground Floor Plan
First Floor Plan
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Studio / Bed
5
Guests perfect for 4
1
Kitchen & Living room
1
Terrace
Sustainability in Mind
This small historic house was thoughtfully renovated with a strong focus on sustainability. Original features such as doors, windows, and floors were preserved to reduce waste and retain the building’s character. Every square meter was carefully optimized to make the most of the compact space. Durable, natural materials like microcement and lime plaster were selected for their longevity and breathable qualities. Full roof insulation improved indoor comfort, while solar panels for hot water help lower energy consumption—creating a simple, enduring, and resource-conscious home.
Everything you need
Free Wi-Fi - High-speed internet
Air conditioning - Climate control in both floors
Full Kitchen - Fully Equipped for Ligurian cooking
Washing Machine - In-house laundry facility
Espresso Machine - Italian cofee, of course
Smart TV - Streaming & Entertainment
Hair Dryer & Dish Washer - Electric Kettle & etc.
Fresh Linens - Premium towels & bedding
Parking - Public parking spaces nearby