Description
Luxury Historic Villa with Contemporary Architecture – Ognina, Catania
In the heart of Ognina, Catania’s historic seaside village, where the charm of the Mediterranean meets the authentic atmosphere of one of the city’s most distinctive coastal districts, stands this remarkable early-20th-century villa, masterfully restored through an ambitious architectural project that seamlessly blends historic heritage with contemporary design.
The renovation has reinterpreted the original architecture with refined sensitivity, introducing large glass surfaces, clean modern lines, and expansive volumes filled with natural light, transforming the residence into an elegant living space defined by strong architectural identity.
From the very first entrance, the villa captivates with its dramatic double-height foyer, creating an immediate sense of verticality and spatial depth that opens toward the garden and swimming pool.
A sophisticated architectural composition of floor-to-ceiling glass walls dissolves the boundaries between interior and exterior spaces, allowing continuous visual interaction with the surrounding landscape.
A signature feature of the property is the striking swimming pool, conceived as an elegant water pathway that flows between the two wings of the villa, reflecting natural light and enhancing the sense of openness and harmony throughout the residence.
The property is embraced by a private Mediterranean garden, carefully landscaped and designed to extend the living spaces outdoors, creating a constant visual and spatial dialogue between architecture and nature.
Architectural refinement is expressed not only through the volumes and structure but also through the carefully curated materials and finishes.
A modern resin flooring blends harmoniously with original Sicilian cement tiles from the early 1900s, while the sleeping area features warm oak parquet laid in a refined herringbone pattern, adding depth, comfort, and timeless elegance.
The villa is equipped with state-of-the-art technological systems, fully integrated through advanced home automation, including:
underfloor radiant heating
concealed ducted air-conditioning integrated within the ceilings
mechanical ventilation system ensuring optimal air quality and comfort
These features provide exceptional living comfort and high energy efficiency.
The residence offers approximately 350 square meters of interior living space, thoughtfully designed for contemporary living and entertaining:
underfloor radiant heating
concealed ducted air-conditioning integrated within the ceilings
mechanical ventilation system ensuring optimal air quality and comfort
These features provide exceptional living comfort and high energy efficiency.
The residence offers approximately 350 square meters of interior living space, thoughtfully designed for contemporary living and entertaining:
impressive double-height entrance with architectural staircase
extraordinary 100-sqm living area, exceptionally bright and open toward the garden and pool
private study
spacious kitchen overlooking the pool
three bedrooms
three bathrooms
laundry room
Additional features include:
a large lower-level cellar, already prepared to be transformed into a private wellness area or spa
independent guest house (dependance)
technical rooms
covered parking area with integrated photovoltaic system
This residence represents a rare opportunity within the Catania luxury real estate market: a historic villa reimagined through contemporary architecture, where design, technology, and Mediterranean nature coexist in perfect harmony, just moments from the sea.
A truly distinctive property for those seeking privacy, architectural character, and an exceptional lifestyle on Sicily’s eastern coast.
