This simple farm house, Casetta Santa Maria, is located in Southern Tuscany. The two-story house had only a small toilet and shower, which was only accessible from within a bedroom on the upper floor.

While adhering to the strict planning laws of Tuscany, a small ruin at the entrance to the house is converted into the main bathroom.

The form of the ruin needed to be exactly retained. Now a large opening is a door that creates an indoor/outdoor shower and is an exterior bathroom entrance for summer guests. An interior connection is established, off of the kitchen.

Traditional tuscan roof and fascia with antique, salvaged roof tiles connect with the surroundings. The interior is from local travertine, partly custom chosen and cut.