This practice is primarily about minimalism and cohesion
Erica Fossati Design is an architectural and interior design atelier specializing in high-end residential projects, with a particular focus on challenging renovations, including historic properties. I excel in navigating unique constraints and bringing creative solutions to complex projects that require a sensible touch.
As a boutique firm, I personally oversee every aspect of each project. Based in Lancaster, Massachusetts, I serve clients throughout New England, with a strong emphasis on the Greater Boston area.
Using minimalism as an antidote to the chaos of the digital era and its constant buzz, I help my clients find feelings of presence, beauty and balance by highlighting meaningful items across their spaces.
How elements inside spaces belong together is a key factor to my design process, I adopt a cohesive approach by assisting my clients in a decluttering process that is both physical and mental.
My paramount goal is to express each client's unique personality and functional needs by curating every aspect of the project from the large scale architecture to the smallest detail in a stress-free environment from the initial brainstorm session to project development, and all the way through construction completion.
My field of expertise is working within existing settings, redefining the meaning of renovation, preserving original features and combining them with cozy minimalism.
I understand the desire for calm and clarity in today's fast-paced world, especially in a space steeped in history. That's why I champion the use of contemporary furniture with clean lines in historical renovations.
This minimalist aesthetic serves as the perfect complement to the existing architecture, enhancing its beauty without overwhelming the space.
I believe in the power of clear and consistent communication, especially during the sometimes-challenging process of a home renovation. To ensure I can provide every client with the undivided attention they deserve, I choose to work with a limited number of projects each year.
As a sole proprietor, I have the flexibility to maintain complete control over every aspect of the design process. This allows me to guarantee meticulous project documentation and a high level of quality in my work. Furthermore, I am always personally and readily available to address any questions or concerns you may have.
I was born in Monza, Italy and was raised in the countryside near Milan.
I grew up in an environment filled with historical, artistic, and architectural value; almost everyone in my village is, and always has been, a furniture maker.
I built my career in Italy, primarily working on the historic renovation of ancient manors, breathing new life into old buildings by converting them into hotels and houses worthy of modern life, combining ancient settings with the clean lines of contemporary furnishing.
After seven years there, I moved to Boston, MA and joined a luxury residential architecture firm. A few years later I launched Erica Fossati Design, my own interior design atelier first located in Arlington then in Lancaster where I currently reside.
I hold a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and a Master of Architecture from the Politecnico di Milano, one of the world's best architecture schools. I earned my architect's license in 2007, which allows me to practice in Italy and through the European Union and I am currently in the process of obtaining the NCIDQ certification in the state of Massachusetts.
My biggest passions besides architecture and interiors are my brainy husband, fiery daughters and furry friend, along with fine art, hand-drawing, running, ice skating, baking, cinema and alt rock.
Erica Fossati
Founder / Interior designer