Green Vintage Jungle, Florence

Architect Designer Rachele Biancalani
Private Residence

MIPA in Florence: the Fancy terrazzo defines the material heart of Green Vintage Jungle

MIPA plays a leading role in one of the most iconic spaces of the Green Vintage Jungle project, the refined renovation of a 70 m² apartment nestled in the green heart of Florence, designed by architect and interior designer Rachele Biancalani.

At the centre of the kitchen, the Fancy terrazzo from MIPA’s SLABS collection becomes a visually and tactilely striking element: a custom countertop that powerfully expresses the identity of the home. Underscoring the material and stylistic consistency of the entire project, the living room rug, also personally designed by the architect and handmade in wool and silk, is inspired by the texture of the Fancy terrazzo, creating a refined visual thread between the different areas of the house.

Originally located in the largest room of the living area, the kitchen was underused and lacking in functionality. The new layout completely rethinks the space, carving out a closet niche at the end of the hallway and integrating a pantry directly into the kitchen columns—all custom-designed and crafted in fine carpentry.

The true protagonist, however, is the Fancy terrazzo countertop by MIPA: a design choice as ambitious as it was complex, requiring the expertise of a craftsman specialised in working with such fine material. The result is an elegant and durable surface, perfectly aligned with the spirit of the project.

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To keep the composition clean and maximise the impact of the terrazzo top, no wall cabinets or shelves were added, leaving full prominence to the materials and natural light. The kitchen features an induction cooktop with integrated hood, while storage is efficiently managed through the tall columns and hidden pantry. Brass-finished details—such as the Franke sink and faucet—recur throughout the home, from handles to light fixtures.

The Green Vintage Jungle concept draws inspiration from the lush vegetation typical of the area and translates into a bold yet refined use of colors and materials: jungle-themed wallpaper, dark green resin flooring developed through custom samples, lacquered boiserie, bespoke furniture, and a palette that combines warm whites, deep greens, and terracotta/golden accents.

Used as a single yet strategic element, Fancy from the SLABS collection stands out for its graphic pattern and rich texture, perfectly in tune with the apartment’s elegant and distinctive aesthetic. Beyond its beauty, it also ensures durability and ease of maintenance, making it the ideal choice for a kitchen surface and confirming MIPA’s ability to merge artisanal quality with high performance.

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