FIG 1. INTERIOR OF THE HOUSE, level 3.
ABOUT Over the last few decades, many towns in Southern Italy have experienced a migration of locals from their ancestral homes to more modern areas of the villages. As a result, some municipalities and communities have taken the initiative of restoring these abandoned areas, which are still culturally and historically significant. This is done through several initiatives, most notably the 1-Euro Houses program.
SCOPE: INTERIOR DESIGN
TYPE: RESIDENTIAL
DETAILS: HOUSE, 1-BEDROOM, 1-BATH, 72 sqm / 775 sqft
LOCATION: CAMMRARATA (AG), SICILY, ITALY
STATUS: PRE-DESIGN
PURCHASE PRICE: €9,000
CAMMARATA (AG)
In September 2022, I travelled to Sicily, Italy, to learn more about the initiatives. During my expedition, I had the opportunity to visit a vibrant village in the province of Agrigento called Cammarata. While exploring the area, I met a local architect named Martina, the founder of Streetto. In collaboration with the Municipality of Cammarata and the local community, Streetto is working to attract potential new residents to the historic centre by showcasing its unique culture and beauty.
FIG 2. GOOGLE MAPS IMAGE, Showing the location of Cammrarata, Sicily, Italy.
THE HOUSE I was Impressed by Streetto's ambitions and the region's architecture and history, so I purchased a house in Cammarata’s historic San Vito neighbourhood. The three-level house overlooks the church of Saint Vitus Martyr and the Sicilian landscape. I intend to renovate the property and repurpose it as a guesthouse.
FIG. 3. HOUSE PLAN SHOWING THREE LEVELS: LA STALLA, LA CAMERA 1, E LA CUCINA.
