Elena Maresca Talks About Her Favorite Sounds, Her Dachshund + More

Elena Maresca is co-founder and head of interiors at Nenmar, an structure and inside studio primarily based in London. The multi-disciplinary apply, whose designs characteristic a mixture of unique parts of Brazilian modernism fused with the timeless class of Italian design, focuses on delivering significant structure and interiors initiatives each within the UK and internationally. After having labored in a number of famend London-based practices, corresponding to Waldo Works and Russell Sage Studio, Elena determined to arrange a studio together with her sister Cecilia in 2016 – collectively they launched Maresca Interiors. And in 2021, Maresca interiors merged with GN Structure to launch Nenmar.

Right this moment, Elena is becoming a member of us for Friday 5!

Elena Maresca

1. Trancoso, Brazil

Because of my blended heritage, coming from an Italian father and a Brazilian mom, I grew up with sturdy influences from each cultures. Nevertheless, I’m hooked up in a really particular approach to a spot the place my household has been holidaying for years, Trancoso! It’s a magical UNESCO-protected village in Brazil the place the great thing about nature performs a predominant position. A spot the place I really feel at residence and that I like to recommend everybody go to not less than as soon as of their life.

2. Vintage Sellers

Since I used to be a toddler, I’ve spent appreciable time at vintage markets and sellers. I used to be initially pressured to take action by my mom, an archaeologist and restorer, and over time I developed a robust fascination for these extraordinarily fascinating markets. They’re locations the place the previous involves life, telling limitless tales to new generations.

3. Rocco

My dachshund and workplace mascot who, regardless of his sometimes-destructive habits, is an integral a part of my household. I share many moments of my life, making him not solely a canine but in addition a trustworthy pal and among the best journey companions.

4. The Sound of the Sea + Wind

I used to be born in a seaside city in Italy, Genoa, a spot characterised by the sounds of the ocean and the wind. Even within the absolute silence of the night, their sound was like a melody that accompanied my sleep. A sound that once I shut my eyes lulled me into a mix of serenity and a way of affection for the weather of nature. A type of connection that I nonetheless really feel each time I discover myself close to the ocean.

5. My 1964 Fiat 500

I’ve at all times had a ardour for ‘what it was’ – from furnishings to films and books, however particularly automobiles. My grandfather was a fantastic automobile lover, a ardour that he handed onto his grandchildren in some ways. My ardour is for all Nineteen Sixties automobiles; the primary piece of my assortment was born a couple of years in the past with my 500 Fiat from 1964 that I at all times use once I’m in Italy.

Work by Elena Maresca + Nenmar:

Celerina Penthouse Picture: DSL Studio

Celerina Penthouse Picture: DSL Studio

Trancoso Pool Home Picture: Marcelo Aniello

Trancoso Pool Home Picture: Marcelo Aniello

Trancoso Pool Home Picture: Marcelo Aniello

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