Palazzetto Acqualunga in Volta Mantovana

Pòta! custom suspension for stairwell.
2 × Pòta! Ø 50 cm
1 × Spot Light
Total height 650 cm
Custom ceiling canopy for sloped ceiling.

Palazzetto Acqualunga is a private country residence located in Volta Mantovana, an area rich in history and ancient origins, overlooking the Mincio Valley. The property stands out for its contemporary rustic architecture, where wood plays a central role: with its vibrant warmth and deep grain, it conveys the spirit of a welcoming retreat, far from the frenzy of the city.
The warm atmosphere created by the extensive use of wood embracing the interiors reaches its expressive peak in the residence’s stairwell. Here, the Pòta! suspension lamp by Catellani & Smith – custom-designed specifically for the project – becomes a striking presence that distributes light evenly along the entire “vertical path,” guiding the eye and movement through the different levels of Palazzetto Acqualunga. The visual result is truly evocative: all the wooden structural elements – from the exposed beams to the handrail, from the doors to the parquet flooring – are further enhanced, amplifying the sense of warmth and material continuity.
The lighting composition develops vertically, reaching a total height of 650 cm, and is articulated through two Pòta! fixtures with a diameter of 50 cm, followed by a Spot Light at the end of the configuration, projecting a concentrated beam that almost seals its formal and luminous balance. To ensure the proper installation of this custom creation, a bespoke cylindrical base was crafted to adapt to the ceiling’s inclination. The voluminous brass spheroidal structure of Pòta! houses 18 handmade light units that integrate modern LED filament technology, tracing a suspended map between precision and irregularity.
This project clearly affirms the value of craftsmanship for Catellani & Smith, not only as the ability to develop solutions tailored to specific spatial needs, but also as a true creative tool capable of generating unique pieces with an exclusive identity.

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