Raffaele Fabrizio, co-owned Dedar, an Italian fabric house, with his sister Caterina. Growing up near the company’s headquarters, he developed a passion for design and architecture. Despite his initial dream of becoming an architect, Fabrizio found himself owning a 17th-century palace filled with historic charm and stories. Located in Valmorea near Lake Como, the 22,000-square-foot palazzo boasts grandeur hidden behind classic Lombardian architecture. Fabrizio, who lives in Milan but plans to move closer to the family business, has taken on the challenging task of renovating the sprawling property. With over 50 rooms, each presenting its own palimpsest of history, the home requires extensive work, including new heating and wiring. In his approach to renovations, Fabrizio aims to maintain the property’s ambience while adding modern touches like lacquered ceilings. For him, the success of the project lies not in its physical manifestations, but in the mood and behavior it inspires. The palace remains a refuge for Fabrizio, a place where he can be alone to reflect on the world. Despite setbacks like losing cypress trees in a storm and encountering small scorpions, Fabrizio sees the palace as a sanctuary that he can close off from the outside world. Ultimately, his goal is to create a space that reflects both his personal history and his vision for the future.
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