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⚡ Completed January 2026

1920s Walls. 1950s Aesthetics. 2025 Technology.

Our electrical system renovation at Casa del Forno represents the perfect marriage of heritage preservation and cutting-edge technology.

🛡️EU Certified Safe
⚡15kW Three-Phase
☀️Solar Ready
🏠Smart Home
1920s
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Historic Walls

Stone walls built by hand, preserved with care

1950s
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Period Aesthetics

Timeless furniture and finishes

2025
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Modern Heart

State-of-the-art electrical infrastructure

Technical Excellence

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15kW Three-Phase Centralised System

Upgraded from 6-7kW single-phase

Phase L1 - Kitchen
8kW
Induction hob + outlets
Phase L2 - Bath & Exteriors
4kW
Heating, washing, outdoor lighting
Phase L3 - Interior Living
3kW
Bedrooms, study, general use
✓ 230V operation (standard appliances)✓ Solar-ready architecture✓ Expandable to entire property complex
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Industrial Safety Standards

EU-certified protection systems

🔌 Grounding System

  • Verified functional earthing throughout
  • RT ≤ 20Ω resistance (certified)
  • Triple protection: grounding bar + RCD + surge

⚡ Protection Devices

  • 30mA RCD (residual current device)
  • Individual magnetothermic switches per circuit
  • Surge protection at main panel

🔥 Fire Safety

  • All wiring concealed in corrugated conduits
  • Zero exposed cables
  • D.L. 145/2023 compliant

🏆 Professional Certifications & EU Compliance

DiRi CertifiedDichiarazione di Rispondenza by qualified technician
D.M. 37/2008Italian electrical installations decree (full compliance)
CEI 64-8European technical standard (EN 60364)
IEC StandardsInternational Electrotechnical Commission conformity
CE Marked ComponentsAll materials certified for European safety standards
Fire SafetyD.L. 145/2023 compliant installation

The DiRi certification confirms compliance with all applicable European and Italian electrical safety regulations, including low voltage directive (LVD 2014/35/EU) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC 2014/30/EU).

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Smart Home Ready

Home Assistant infrastructure in place

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Wiring predisposed

Smart relays and switches ready to install

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Local control architecture

No cloud dependency, full privacy

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Protocol flexible

Zigbee, Z-Wave, Wi-Fi compatible

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100% LED lighting

~75% energy reduction vs. traditional bulbs

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Solar-Ready Design

Awaiting FESR 2.2.1 renewable energy funding results

The system architecture explicitly supports renewable energy integration:

  • ✓ Three-phase solar inverter compatibility built-in
  • ✓ Oversized cabling to handle both grid and solar input
  • ✓ Centralised metering point for easy solar connection
  • ✓ Battery storage predisposition - wiring allows future battery bank

Coming soon: Once FESR 2.2.1 funding is approved, we'll add photovoltaic panels, solar inverter, and possible battery storage for complete energy autonomy. This isn't just about lower bills - it's about energy independence in a rural location.

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Complete Technical Documentation

We've compiled a comprehensive 48-page technical manual (in Italian) detailing every aspect of the renovation: current installation analysis, complete material specifications, installation procedures, regulatory compliance, safety protocols, and cost breakdown.

English version available upon request. Contact Simone Testino for translation or technical inquiries.

📥Download PDF (Italian)✉️Request English Version

Properties Served

This centralised electrical system serves multiple units within our coliving complex

Primary Installation

Casa del Forno

Sub 5 (96m²) - Main renovation
Sub 6 - Adjacent apartment
Sub 7 - Upper level
Il Forno (52m²) - Traditional bread oven
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Future Expansion

Casa del Noce

Centralised distribution architecture allows seamless expansion to this property

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Why This Matters

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For Residents

  • Absolute safety - EU-certified protection prevents hazards
  • Reliability - three-phase redundancy
  • Capacity - induction cooking, washing, heating simultaneously
  • Comfort - LED lighting, properly positioned outlets
  • Smart potential - add automation without rewiring
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For the Building

  • Heritage preserved - modern infrastructure, historic appearance
  • Future-proof - expandable without reconstruction
  • Value enhanced - certified installation increases value
  • Energy efficient - LED and smart controls reduce consumption
  • Renewable ready - solar transition when funding approved
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For the Community

  • Educational - full documentation for learning
  • Replicable - DIY approach proven viable
  • Sustainable - designed for renewables from day one
  • Compliant - owner-built meeting professional standards

Technical Specifications

Total Power
15kW three-phase (upgraded from 6-7kW single-phase)
Voltage
230V phase-to-neutral (all circuits)
Circuit Distribution
3 phases: Kitchen (8kW), Bath/Exteriors (4kW), Interiors (3kW)
Protection Systems
30mA RCD + magnetothermic switches + surge protection
Grounding
Functional, RT ≤ 20Ω certified
Wiring
Concealed in corrugated conduits within walls
Lighting
100% LED (interior + exterior)
Smart Home
Predisposed for Home Assistant integration
Solar Compatibility
Full architecture support (awaiting FESR 2.2.1)
Certifications
DiRi certified • D.M. 37/2008 • CEI 64-8 • EU LVD & EMC directives
Installation Area
Sub 5 (96m²) primary, expandable to complex

Results Achieved

✅ Safe - Industrial-grade EU-certified protection
✅ Certified - Full Italian & European compliance
✅ Modern - Smart home ready, 100% LED
✅ Efficient - ~75% energy reduction
✅ Expandable - Future-proof architecture
✅ Solar-ready - Renewable energy integration

1920s stone. 1950s charm. 2025 performance.

Historic buildings can embrace modern technology without compromising their character.


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Backlinks

  • Renovation
  • 3D Model - Fusion 360
  • Heating System
  • Home Assistant Integration
  • Hydraulic System
  • Internet Connectivity
  • The Property

By Simone Testino

  • @simone.testino
  • +39 339 637 9372
  • colivingliguria@gmail.com
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