Project: House on Track
Architecture: Studio Tamat
Lead Architects: Tommaso Amato, Matteo Soddu, Valentina Paiola
Project Team: Silvia D’Alessandro, Alice Patrizi, Sara Costanzo
Location: Rome, Italy
Area: 95 m2
Year: 2024
Photo Credits: Seven H. Zhang
Located in the heart of Rome’s eclectic Esquilino district, House on Track by Studio Tamat transforms a dark and cramped 95 m² apartment into a luminous and versatile loft. Designed by Matteo Soddu, co-founder of the studio, and his partner Sergio Marras, the project reflects both professional expertise and personal lifestyle, merging domestic intimacy with architectural experimentation. Positioned along Via Giolitti, facing the historic Termini Station, the home draws inspiration from its dynamic urban context—a setting where chaos and wonder coexist.
A New Spatial Flow
The original layout, with narrow corridors and low ceilings, gave way to an expansive central open space that now forms the beating heart of the home. Exposed brick vaults were restored to highlight the apartment’s historic character, while a neutral resin floor unifies the spaces. Minimal use of doors and bold applications of color define zones, creating a sense of openness and fluidity. The kitchen, clad in contrasting steel and birch, anchors one end of the open space, complemented by a large vintage checkered dining table that doubles as a backdrop for gatherings.
Music, Personality, and Everyday Life
House on Track embodies the owners’ shared passion for music and design. A custom console with mixer and DJ equipment dominates one wall, framed by walnut-clad speakers and open shelving that displays an extensive vinyl collection. References to music culture extend into subtle details, from neon lighting that recalls acid house to fixtures chosen for their sculptural qualities. The study, enveloped in Sardinian blue, reflects the couple’s roots and favorite travel destinations, while the bedroom, designed in mustard tones, offers a more secluded retreat with a richly colored bathroom in pink, yellow, and amaranth tiles.
Character and Context
Every design gesture ties back to the neighborhood’s vibrancy and contradictions. Vintage furniture sourced from flea markets, custom lighting, and playful contrasts of textures and colors infuse the home with a layered personality. House on Track stands as both a contemporary loft and a cultural statement—an apartment that listens to the rhythm of the trains outside while capturing the rhythm of its owners’ lives inside.
