Art, Design & Architecture
Where architecture meets contemporary elegance
At Monaci delle Terre Nere, everything is designed to surprise you with its authenticity. Beauty here doesn’t perform — it reveals itself quietly, unexpectedly. Among centuries-old restored farmhouses, Italian design furnishings, and original works of art, every detail tells its own story. And each story speaks to you — your taste, your desire to experience true luxury: the kind that resonates in every corner of the estate and every glimpse of the landscape.
Art is breath, identity, and a silent presence that accompanies you through every space on the estate. Authentic, never predictable, the artwork reflects the soul of Monaci.
At Monaci delle Terre Nere, art is everywhere. The founder’s private collection enriches the rooms, lounges, and shared spaces. Contemporary paintings rest on lava stone walls, sculptures live among the olive trees, and curious objects spark both thought and delight. Nothing is accidental.
Nothing is just for show. Everything is chosen with love. Art is an essential part of the experience — an invisible thread that connects each space and guides your journey.
Every space has a soul. The design at Monaci is a dialogue between past and future, between simplicity and sophistication. Iconic furnishings, reclaimed architectural elements, and thoughtful details that speak straight to the heart.
No two rooms are alike. There’s not a single mass-produced piece. Each room, each villa is one-of-a-kind, designed to move you. Here, design isn’t about showing off — it’s a conscious choice, an aesthetic shaped by respect.
Tables carved from old millstones, suspended beds in ancient wine presses, and armchairs by renowned Italian designers sit beside original artworks and salvaged materials. This is luxury in its purest form — a harmony of textures and tones, where everything is made to make you feel good.
Historic farmhouses brought back to life. Sustainable lines and honest materials. Here, architecture preserves memory and blends into the Etna landscape — becoming part of your experience.
At Monaci, architecture is rooted in respect. The 17th-century farmhouses have been restored following the principles of bio-architecture: lava stone walls, chestnut beams, and natural plasters.
But it’s more than restoration — it’s a gesture of love for the land, a way to experience Sicily slowly and deeply. Rooms open onto ancient terraces, surrounded by vineyards and olive trees, with Mount Etna at your back and the sea on the horizon.
