Casa Mollino

A visit to Museo Casa Mollino is far more than a tour of an interior—it’s an immersion into the surreal and symbolic world of Carlo Mollino, masterfully narrated by Fulvio Ferrari. Set in a secret apartment Mollino designed in the 1960s, the space is rich with mystery and meaning. But it’s Fulvio’s storytelling that brings it fully to life. As both guardian and interpreter of Mollino’s legacy, he guides visitors with rare insight, weaving together biography, design, and philosophy with captivating clarity. Fulvio doesn’t just explain Mollino—he animates him. His narration reveals the deep contradictions and poetry of Mollino’s world: modernist and mystic, rational and dreamlike. Under his voice, every object speaks, every room becomes a stage. In an age of fast, forgettable museum experiences, Museo Casa Mollino stands out as something deeply personal, strange, and unforgettable—thanks to the voice that tells its story.

A very special afternoon spent at a special place. The kind of knowledge and interpretations shared were truly inspiring. Rather longer than the expected two hours, but totally worth the time.

Casa Mollino (Museo Casa Mollino) is a very special place. We have to make an appointment through email before going. Napoleone gave us a great tour of the apartment, but first, he gave us the history of Carlo Mollino and really explained his works. I really enjoy Mollino’s designs and his attention to detail, and the research and documentation done by Fulvio and Napoleone is intense and immense. The apartment is very airy, so we took advantage of the great weather and really took our time touring the house and studying Mollino, in a way. I was taken aback by such a nice experience and it almost felt like I was intruding into Mollino’s intimate spaces, which was a very surreal moment for me. Without Napoleone’s research, views and explanation, this visit would’ve felt incomplete. The movie in the end was very very captivating and intense, which allowed me to delve further into Mollino’s life. I went to the Casa as a curious designer and came out inspired! A real piece of art!

What do you know of Mollino? Nothing, because it is all lies. So begins an epic narration of an eccentric Italian architect, stunt pilot, race car driver and photographer (nee' pornographer) and the secret flat he used to snap Polaroids of naked prostitutes and, presumably, to prepare a crypt for his final departure from this mortal plane. Sounds wierd? Well, it is. And I am not sure how much is true and how much is the work of the imagination of the home's curator and narrator, Mr. Ferarri. In any case, the Casa is a complex myth written in architectural space. Highly recommend. Just be aware of the psychadelic portal you have paid to enter!

A game changer experience in a lifetime !! It's been three years now since we visited Casa Mollino and not a week I don't think about an anecdote we've been told or about the man behind. Walking in it is like entering in a genius mind. Do not hesitate if you are heading to Tuscany, it's worth the detour a thousand times ! Mr Fulvio Ferrari would let you speechless...

The house is amazing and the story behind it is even more intriguing. You have to reserve online or by phone and it's not cheap (30 € per person) but it's definitely worth every penny as the old guy entertains you for a full 2 hours telling you everything about the crazy life of Carlo Mollino and his metaphisical world. Absolutely worth checking out if you're into Art, Architecture, Interior Design, Esotericism and Ancient Egypt!!

Came for the architecture, left impressed with questions and ideas about psychology, art, and Italy’s surreal mid-century culture. Sure, this is a great tour for those with an interest in design and architecture, but truly Casa Mollino is more a means to access the incredible, often controversial tales and minds of its owner, Carlo Mollino. Fulvio and Napoleone are wonderful storytellers with a clear passion for Mollino’s life, and sharing Italian culture and history with the rest of the world. Thank you, boys! My most treasured visit in North Italy!

An absolutely exceptional visit – the fascinating life, work and philosophy of Mollino presented in a compelling and informative way.