{"id":6535,"date":"2026-05-26T08:03:07","date_gmt":"2026-05-26T08:03:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.terracesunsethomes.com\/nuovo-affittacamere\/"},"modified":"2026-06-09T12:39:10","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T12:39:10","slug":"sunset-terrace-scandicci-a-home-where-you-can-live-and-work-in-the-heart-of-tuscany","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.terracesunsethomes.com\/en\/sunset-terrace-scandicci-a-home-where-you-can-live-and-work-in-the-heart-of-tuscany\/","title":{"rendered":"Sunset Terrace Scandicci: a home where you can live and work in the heart of Tuscany"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The hills of Scandicci, in the province of Florence<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A project born out of a love for family homes<\/strong><\/em><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s something hard to put into words about the moment you decide to renovate a house that\u2019s more than just a house. It\u2019s your hom, the place where you grew up with your family, where the seasons have come and gone amid the aromas of cooking, conversations around the table, and silences filled with affection. These are the spaces you know by heart even in the dark, where every object has its own name and every detail tells a story<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clearing out an apartment after forty years of living there is a task that requires courage. And patience. It\u2019s an emotional, intimate, and at times painful process. Every object is a decision, every box a piece of history you must choose how to preserve. But even amidst all this difficulty, I never felt alone because I always sensed that Vittorio and Orietta, my parents, my compass, had never truly left. <\/strong>They were always there, in that light filtering through the blinds, in the rooms that were gradually emptying, in the rediscovered love notes and letters, in the choices I had to make, feeling guided by something greater than logic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

And so Terrace Sunset Scandicci was born. Not from a business plan, but from a quiet promise between me and my parents: that these walls would continue to welcome, to offer warmth, and to be a true home for anyone who walked through them. With a new look, but the same soul. The project is part of the Terrace Sunset Homes family, homes with large private west-facing terraces, designed for those who believe that a sunset viewed from the right spot can set the tone for an entire day. Here, in Scandicci, that philosophy meets something even more concrete: a coliving space designed for students and professionals who need a real place to live, not just a place to sleep. <\/strong>A place that feels like home from day one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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common area of the Sunset Terrace co-living space in Scandicci<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The apartment: space, privacy, and comfort all under one roof<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s talk numbers: 111 square meters<\/strong> in the center of Scandicci, spread across the 5th and top floor, accessible via an elevator that is 70 cm wide to accommodate wheelchairs or walkers for people with limited mobility. <\/strong>Three double bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom. <\/strong>This isn\u2019t a minor detail, it\u2019s the difference between living together and sharing. <\/strong>You have your own space, your own rhythm, your own privacy. And when you want to socialize, the choice is yours. Each room is also designed for those who work or study: there\u2019s a dedicated desk area, with adequate lighting and a layout that promotes concentration. No need to jump through hoops to turn the nightstand into a workspace. And then there\u2019s the common area, a single, light-filled space that combines the living room and kitchen, the beating heart of the apartment: a place to gather, exchange ideas, work together, or simply spend an afternoon chatting.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/strong>A space that becomes all the more beautiful the more the people who live there fill it with life<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Two terraces where you can truly relax<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

And then there are these: two private terraces, both designed to be fully accessible to everyone, without exception. <\/strong>From the living room, even guests with limited mobility can access the larger terrace via a dedicated ramp,<\/strong> while the smaller terrace is easily accessible from the bedroom – which is designed for guests with limited mobility – and the kitchen, with no insurmountable steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The larger terrace measures 40 square meters,<\/strong> enough to host a dinner with friends, a yoga session at sunrise, an outdoor work session on one of the many sunny days. Thanks to its west-facing orientation, it\u2019s the perfect spot to enjoy a cup of tea and a book or to watch the sunset over the hills of San Martino alla Palma. The other 12-square-meter terrace, facing east, is more secluded and intimate,<\/strong> ideal for a mid-morning coffee: even from this small terrace, you can still catch a glimpse of the hills behind Scandicci Alto..<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beautiful terraces with a soul of their own, just as is the tradition at Terrace Sunset Homes.<\/strong> Because those Tuscan sunsets-with the light shifting to orange and the outlines of the hills slowly darkening – aren\u2019t just a tourist gimmick: they\u2019re something real, something that happens every evening, and over time, they become a part of you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Rendering of a west-facing terrace: Sunset Terrace, Scandicci<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Rendering of a terrace with a BBQ: Sunset Terrace, Scandicci<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A home that preserves its soul and carries it forward with respect<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the aspects that most defined this project\u2014in terms of design choices, hard work, and a year and a half of continuous dedication\u2014and that I am most eager to share with you, is the decision not to erase the past, but to honor it by finding a new form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The marble floors, the so-called \u201cPalladian\u201d ones, have remained exactly where they were<\/strong>. Those veined marbles, with their irregular textures and the specific weight of each slab, embody an Italian aesthetic that never goes out of style because it has never chased trends. <\/strong>
They\u2019ve been there for forty years, and they\u2019ll still be there in forty years. Even the original radiators have been preserved: not for lack of imagination, but because that solid presence, that almost sculptural geometric form, says something authentic about the space that no underfloor radiant panel could ever replicate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sunset Terrace marble floors in Scandicci<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The family furniture has been partially and carefully restored: pieces that already had a life of their own and have been given a new one,<\/strong> thanks to functional renovations and color choices designed to create a natural dialogue between the old and the new. Not vintage for the sake of a trend, but restoration out of conviction. Take the classic wooden kitchen, for example, which, thanks to the skilled hands of Riccardo, a craftsman from Ponsacco, has been restored to a new, modern splendor while retaining the solidity and durability that characterize furniture built years ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because true sustainability isn\u2019t just about A++-rated air conditioners<\/strong> (though there\u2019s no shortage of those), nor is it merely about lights with automatic sensors that prevent silent waste.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Reclaimed Wood Kitchen at Sunset Terrace Scandicci<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Sustainability also means deciding that a piece of furniture that still works has no reason to end up in a landfill.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

The result is a space that feels modern and comfortable, but without that somewhat sterile \u201cbrand-new\u201d vibe found in some rental apartments<\/strong>. This place has character. This place is steeped in history and love. And that\u2019s exactly what makes it special to us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

True inclusion: spaces designed for everyone, truly<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to accessibility, there is a subtle but fundamental difference between being \u201ccompliant with regulations\u201d and being \u201cdesigned to actually work.\u201d<\/strong>: we decided to incorporate both concepts into our home.
A double bedroom and its bathroom have been designed entirely with people with mobility impairments in mind:<\/strong> the spaces, dimensions, layout, and details, everything has been thought out so that those with specific mobility needs can move about with full autonomy and dignity, without feeling like a guest in a space that wasn\u2019t meant for them.<\/strong> Access to the two terraces is barrier-free: no steps, no obstacles. <\/strong>The exterior is as accessible as the interior. And this attention to detail doesn\u2019t stop at the walls of the house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Rendering of the accessible bathroom at Sunset Terrace Scandicci<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Shared Experiences: Discovering Tuscany with Wander Ability<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the best things about living in a coliving space – when it really works – is that you\u2019re never alone unless you want to be.<\/strong> And here, we wanted to take that idea a step further. In collaboration with Wander Ability<\/a>, a Florence-based agency specializing in inclusive travel and experiences,<\/strong> we\u2019ll be organizing activities within the coliving space designed for those who want to explore, learn, and live life to the fullest. Not just generic events, but carefully curated experiences:<\/p>\n\n\n\n