The Soul of Sound
Project 02 · Tuesday, June 3, 2025
An acoustic constraint that becomes identity, part of the architecture of the home.
A high-quality audio system integrated into the living room, with the cleanest possible look and challenging architectural constraints.
As the photographs show, the loudspeakers were installed in an unconventional and acoustically complex position, in a corner of the room. Although this configuration is generally unfavourable to accurate sound reproduction, the client wanted to keep exactly that placement. The project therefore required careful study and optimisation to achieve a balanced, natural response despite the limitations imposed by the space.
Here too we chose an active configuration, removing the need for amplifiers or external electronics and ensuring simple, immediate use. To preserve the elegance of the room, the connection between the loudspeakers was built entirely into the walls, making all wiring invisible.
Material
Aesthetically, every detail was designed to converse with the elements of the room. The walnut front echoes the finish of the living room cabinets, while the gilded bronze components pick up its decorative accents. For the structure we chose Nero Notte Stellata, an African marble and the same material as the fireplace, creating a visual continuity that makes the loudspeakers an integral part of the home's architecture.
Everyday use
The system is connected directly to the television and can also be used from a smartphone, offering practicality and versatility in everyday use. For those who want to take the listening experience further, there is provision for dedicated external sources, including analogue ones such as a turntable. A project that shows how acoustic performance, design and integration with the space can coexist even in the most complex situations, turning a design constraint into a unique and distinctive result.