Architecture and Design Magazine

News, Events, and Advice on the World of Renovation.

Certificazione impianti

System certification: why it is important and what it is for

Certifications are a fundamental part of a home renovation: they prove that the systems have been built according to current regulations and meet the safety requirements provided by law.
rifacimento del tetto

Roof Replacement: When It’s Necessary, Which Materials to Use, and How Much It Costs

Roof replacement is a complex intervention that involves not only replacing the tiles visible from the outside but also the underlying layers, insulation, and waterproofing systems. Let’s explore further.
isolamento termico della casa tutte le soluzioni

Home Thermal Insulation: Reducing Heat Loss, Improving Comfort, and Lowering Energy Consumption

Thermal insulation represents one of the most effective interventions for improving the energy performance of an existing home: let’s examine which interventions are available, when they are feasible, and how much they cost to implement.
Scia, Cila e permessi necessari per ristrutturare

Renovation permits: a complete guide to SCIA, CILA, and free-standing building works

When renovating a home, it is important to know the building permits required for the works: when a SCIA is needed, when a CILA is required, and when no permit is necessary.
Ristrutturazione appartamento piccolo

How to Renovate a Small Apartment: Ideas and Solutions to Optimize Every Space

Renovating a small apartment means transforming every square meter into a functional, welcoming, and design-oriented space. With the right design solutions, it is possible to combine aesthetics, comfort, and practicality, maximizing the value of every room in the home.
Pavimento in parquet

Parquet flooring: solid wood, engineered, and all the options

Parquet flooring conveys both elegance and warmth, making it one of the most popular choices for both classic settings and modern interiors.
rifacimento impianto elettrico

Electrical system rewiring: costs, interventions, and regulations

Rewiring the electrical system is one of the most important interventions within a home, both to guarantee safety and to improve energy efficiency. Let’s look at what it involves and what the costs are.
light design

Bare Walls? Why Paintings Are the (Often Forgotten) Secret of True Interior Design

Paintings are not simple decorations but key elements of interior design, as they provide personality, visual balance, and harmony to spaces, transforming a house from cold to lived-in.
Consigli per ristrutturare casa, check-list iniziale

Home renovation tips: the checklist to get started

The renovation of a property requires careful and precise planning to ensure the quality of the final result. Let’s look at a checklist to help define priorities, objectives, and steps to take from the very beginning.
Interventi di ristrutturazione edilizia: manutenzione ordinaria, straordinaria e restauro

Building renovation works: ordinary maintenance, extraordinary maintenance, and restoration

From a regulatory perspective, renovation works are divided into four distinct categories, which include different types of intervention and various bureaucratic procedures: ordinary maintenance, extraordinary maintenance, conservative restoration, and building renovation.