The project for the Florence Chamber of Commerce represents a renovation and redevelopment intervention that respectfully integrates historic architectural elements with contemporary solutions, creating institutional spaces that are both functional and representative. Warm honey-toned wood emerges as the defining material of the modern interiors, used for wall cladding, slatted ceilings, and partition elements that bring elegance and solemnity to the environment, establishing a material dialogue between tradition and innovation.
The circulation corridors feature long walls clad in wooden panels interrupted by horizontal metal profiles that rhythmically articulate the surfaces, while the light marble flooring reflects natural and artificial light, creating a soft and diffused brightness. Waiting areas include black leather seating that contrasts with the warm wood finishes, forming understated yet welcoming spaces enriched by ornamental plants that introduce touches of greenery.
The meeting rooms are organized in various configurations: from small council rooms with long white tables and grey ergonomic chairs, to larger auditoriums where wooden wall cladding creates a scenic backdrop for tiered seating layouts. Technical ceilings integrate linear lighting systems that draw luminous geometries across the surfaces, while accent lighting highlights the wooden walls, creating warm and professional atmospheres. The spaces are equipped with integrated technologies, including retractable screens and audio-video systems, to support institutional activities.
The historic areas of the building have been carefully preserved: the monumental atrium with geometric marble flooring rises through a double height, featuring classical columns, a ceiling decorated with frescoes, and a central skylight that floods the space with natural light. The historic entrance portal, with its wooden door and frescoed vaults, introduces visitors to the institutional character of the building, creating a narrative continuity between past and present. Every intervention is finely calibrated to respect the architectural dignity of the historical structure while integrating modern functionalities, resulting in a headquarters that embodies the authority and role of the Florence Chamber of Commerce within the economic and social fabric of the region.