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Villa Pierina was born as the highest expression of someone who has made it in life. At the beginning of the 20th century, Francesco Avanzini, a successful emigrant from Curio to Argentina, decided to commission the construction of Villa Pierina. The villa had to tangibly represent 'the spirit of successful return' to the homeland of for one who had achieved wealth and status in distant foreign lands. At that time, architect Giuseppe Bordonzotti, highly respected in Ticino for his Art Nouveau style of eclecticism, was contacted to take charge of the project. What followed was an intense exchange of correspondence of projects, variants, observations between Ticino and then thriving Argentine Capital of Buenos Aires. At that stage, the client's desire for the building to reflect 'American Long Island Grandeur' often clashed with architect Bordonzotti's desire for local architectural elements to prevail. Finally in 1909, construction work on Villa Pierina began. Completed in 1910, the villa is named after Francesco Avanzini's daughter. Purchased later by a wealthy German family, the building was entirely and tastefully renovated with noble materials, restoring its due 'grandeur'. A prestigious Art Nouveau, turn of the century, country estate which is listed as a cultural asset, Villa Pierina dominates the village of Curio with its regal elegance. Entirely renovated in 2012 using the noblest and most luxurious materials, the villa, with its four floors characterized by large, bright rooms, stands out as a residence of great distinction. High ceilings, large chandeliers, herringbone walnut parquet flooring, inlaid fireplaces, a discrete internal lift, and perfectly restored original frescos are just some of the prestigious elements of Villa Pierina. Its sunny south-eastern exposure and ample large terraces, offers an enchanting view of nature, the village and Lake Lugano. The park houses a large, heated swimming pool with sunbathing area and the villa is accessed via a majestic curved raised tree lined driveway which adds further significance to this magnificent historic estate. Today, Villa Pierina, one of Ticino's standout famous buildings, is waiting for a new owner to continue its prestigious history.

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Discover this exceptional mansion, a real pearl dating from the 19th century. With a complete renovation in 2020, this building subtly combines the charm of yesteryear and modern comfort. Nestled in a quiet and preserved residential area of Jouxtens-Mézery, this residence offers a unique architectural setting. Its strategic location, just 10 minutes from the center of Lausanne and 40 minutes from Geneva, allows you to enjoy ideal proximity while escaping the urban tumult. This exceptional property harmoniously combines comfort, refinement and modernity. With its generous volumes and a perfect distribution of spaces, it offers you an incomparable living environment. Spread over a one-hectare plot, the property consists of several buildings, totaling more than 1,500 m2 of living space. A children's playground, a carefully landscaped garden and a Japanese pavilion, where different species and trees from Japan coexist, complete this idyllic ensemble. This exceptional residence incorporates state-of-the-art technologies and has a state-of-the-art home automation system, guaranteeing absolute security. The main property, spread over three levels served by an elevator, offers a total of 9 bedrooms. As soon as you arrive, the ground floor reveals a vast lounge area with a majestic fireplace and impressive high ceilings. A large dining room, a superbly decorated winter garden, a library lounge in precious wood, a home cinema and an exceptionally beautiful semi-professional kitchen open onto a terrace offering a breathtaking view of the lush garden. Completing this floor, you will also find a guest WC, a bedroom with a dedicated staff bathroom and several cleverly integrated storage spaces. An underground access leads you directly to the covered swimming pool, a true haven of relaxation. On the first level, a large mezzanine serves the master suite, offering a large dressing room, an adjoining bathroom and a beautiful panoramic terrace with breathtaking views of the lake. Four other bedrooms, two of which have adjoining bathrooms, as well as an additional bathroom, are also present on this level. The converted attic on the second floor accommodates an exceptional room of 127 m2, revealing a magnificent original framework. Currently used as a games room, this room also includes a mezzanine. Three additional bedrooms and three bathrooms complete this floor. The magnificent second building, accessible by an elevator on three levels, offers a unique configuration. As soon as you enter the first wing, you discover an elegant living room with an open kitchen, two luxurious bedrooms with their private bathrooms, as well as a mezzanine living room and generous storage spaces. The second wing, on the other hand, offers a spacious loft space with a versatile mezzanine that can be converted into an office or any other space according to your needs. You can also access the garage directly from this part of the building, for added convenience. Finally, the adjacent pavilion houses a sumptuous indoor swimming pool of exceptional dimensions, measuring 18x8 meters. Huge floor-to-ceiling windows provide stunning views of the terrace and garden, flooding the space with enchanting natural light. You will also find a perfectly appointed spa area, including a hammam, a sauna and a shower, which completes this superb environment dedicated to leisure and relaxation. In addition, covered parking lots are provided for up to four vehicles, and plenty of parking spaces are available outside the property.