Tucked into the olive-dotted countryside outside the White City of Puglia, Villa Salve is a southern retreat where traditional stone architecture meets design-led modern living. Recently restored by Dutch practice Studiotoff, known for its adaptive reuse projects across Europe, the villa demonstrates the studio’s ability to honour historic form while introducing a clean, modern sensibility.

The interiors span 180 sqm, defined by whitewashed walls and calm proportions. Three generous bedrooms each come with an ensuite bathroom, fitted with handcrafted marble sinks. The open-plan kitchen and living room are anchored by a fireplace and a built-in nook, setting the tone for both quiet mornings and convivial dinners.

Outdoors, a full kitchen, shaded dining area and expansive pool deck frame daily life in the Italian south. The 8,000 sqm plot offers space and privacy, while the pool and sundeck draw the landscape into the rhythm of the home.

Already established as a successful rental and chosen for international fashion shoots — including an H&M campaign — Villa Salve offers both presence and potential. For buyers seeking a turnkey home in Puglia, it stands as a considered restoration. It is now on the market with Studiotoff, joining the studio’s growing portfolio of design-forward retreats across the region.

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