Amelia Tavella possesses a passion, a drive and foresight that are key components for the successful completion of certain projects. The eclectic nature and rich diversity of these projects are the very hallmarks of her work; a work that is easily described as poetic. She has that innate ability to reveal the very essence of a place. It can be assumed that Amelia Tavella’s singular style, her unique stamp, stems from her sensorial and even sensual treatment of materials and the meticulous choice that she makes. This approach is central to her creative process. She has to get the look and feel of a place in order to choose the right architecture, one that is meaningful and eloquent. Her understanding of architecture as both a physical and mental experience is portrayed in her unveiling of the beauty of natural and noble materials through the work of skilled craftsmen. These materials will give tangible expression to what she has learnt through her communion with the site: its history, soul and essence.