Nature meets architecture in this amazing Italian countryside home by architect Arturo Montanelli. Built into a slope, this hillside house has a strong sense of gravity to it, grounded in a heavy, stone design. This stone house may be cool, but it has very warm qualities, incorporating exposed concrete and limestone with natural wood and exposed ceiling beams for a rustic look. This gorgeous lake house frames amazing views of Lake Como and the Italian countryside in every direction, adding to its natural appeal. The main floor is bright and airy, with a double-height living room and floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the garden outside. Upstairs, bedrooms boast peace and privacy. A strong Mediterranean style flavors the modern yet authentic stone home design. Arturo Montanelli
