Appointed
Project: residential
Chiasso
Pardini Hall Architecture is undertaking the restoration and re-imagining of an historic Tuscan estate for contemporary regenerative living. Forci is a multifaceted family project — a Regenerative Farm and forthcoming Healing Sanctuary, Farm-to-Table Restaurant, Gallery Space with an Artist Residency Program, and an inspiring living community of sustainably developed Tuscan farmhouses — all nestled within the captivating and unspoiled province of Tuscany.
Tenuta di Forci is located in one of Tuscany’s most unspoiled provinces. The ancient agricultural estate – dating back to the 14th century – boasts 350 hectares of forest, vineyards, fruit trees, vegetable gardens and vast olive groves.
The estate was recently acquired by an impassioned and visionary Dutch family. Their dream is to create a place where like minded people can connect to the power of nature through regenerative living. Forci is a working regenerative farm that aims to inspire visitors and guests who come to learn from the land, to cultivate more conscious, sustainable and healthful lives.
Chiasso is the first of 11 historic farmhouses on the estate to be renovated. This exclusive project encompasses four bedrooms, four bathrooms, an open-concept kitchen and living area, along with the addition of an internal swimming pool and spa for a touch of luxurious relaxation. The interior design seamlessly blends contemporary elements with the timeless charm of rustic Tuscan aesthetics.
All the houses in the development will follow regenerative / circular construction principles: reusing materials: embracing renewable energy: biomass utilisation: efficient insulations: water re-use and collection. Locally-produced materials will further reduce the ecological footprint and contribute to the vitality of the surrounding community.
This endeavour is an integral part of the holistic philosophies that define the essence of rural Tuscany within the Tenuta di Forci
Details
Design by: Pardini Hall Architecture
Location: Lucca, Tuscany
Concept
Facts + Figures
2022
Completion
Area
675 sq m
Location
Tuscany
Press
Client feedback
“Working with Elisa Pardini and Rob Hall of Pardini Hall Architecture on a large real estate project in Tuscany has been an inspiring and rewarding experience! They are creative, detail-oriented and skilled professionals who understand what it means to deal with complex restoration projects of historically-protected buildings! With their Italian and UK experiences, they are very pro-active in providing sustainable solutions to many of the challenges that restoration projects pose. And, they manage to deliver presentations, plans and documents on time and within the framework of both our client’s needs and the requirements of the local and historical authorities! We would certainly recommend Elisa and Rob to potential property buyers or property owners who are looking to undertake a challenging architectural/renovation project!”
— Christophe Bergen, Project Manager, Forci Estate, Tuscany
Tenuta di Forci, Chiasso
Chiasso is a residential refurbishment in the Tuscan countryside. The interior design will mix contemporary with rustic classic Tuscan language.

