Casa Stefano Ricci Singapore offers an intimate expression of the maison’s Florentine craft and refined way of living
Few cities capture the romance of the Renaissance quite like Florence. The historic city—regarded as the birthplace of the Renaissance—is replete with intricate sculptures, frescoed halls, and artisanal workshops where leatherworkers, gilders, and mosaic artists continue practices rooted in the 15th century. And while no experience rivals absorbing this old-world spirit in the city itself, an intriguing (and decidedly exclusive) alternative has just opened its doors much closer to home.
Designed by Stefano Ricci himself, the eponymous Italian brand—best known for its luxury menswear—has introduced Casa Stefano Ricci Singapore, the maison’s first private lounge. Hidden within 268 Orchard Road, the invite-only space is an unbridled expression of Florentine craft and sensibilities, created to immerse members in the atmosphere and rituals that shape Stefano Ricci’s own way of living.
This Renaissance spirit is immediately apparent in the exquisite stained-glass panels that adorn the 340-square-metre interior. Hand-painted by Florentine master Mellini Mosaici, the panels were crafted piece by piece in Florence before being delicately brought to Singapore. The demanding nature of this work becomes even more striking in the bar area, where a prism-like stained-glass ceiling has been assembled from hundreds of individually painted elements to form a coherent, luminous whole.
Similarly, the materials throughout Casa Stefano Ricci Singapore have been sourced directly from Florence to preserve this same lineage of craft. Hand-carved briar-root wood lines the walls, Carrara marble anchors the floors, and leather panels produced in the maison’s Italian workshops bring a sublime richness to the rooms. The result is a contemporary enclave that, from its common area and private rooms to its wine and cigar space, is imbued with true old-world charm and craft.
Speaking of rooms, the private lounge is divided into five distinct spaces, including the main lounge area and two private rooms. Here, members can indulge in a curated selection of rare wines and spirits, including several produced by the maison itself.
For those with a preference for stronger pleasures, however, Casa Stefano Ricci Singapore also houses a dedicated cigar room. More than that, the private lounge boasts an impressive assortment of cigars that are stored in a controlled environment at precise temperature and humidity, overseen by a cigar sommelier who curates the collection.
Of course, no private lounge is complete without a dedicated dining space. The dining salon, an intimate room that seats up to ten, serves as the setting for a rotating series of culinary collaborations, beginning with Singapore’s one-Michelin-starred Buona Terra and Chef Denis Lucchi. Each partnership will introduce a bespoke menu created specifically for Casa Stefano Ricci Singapore, offering members access to dining experiences that, according to the maison, will remain anchored in the traditions and flavours that define it.
With its elegant spaces bedizened with Florentine craft, culinary collaborations, and collection of wines, spirits, and cigars, it is clear that Casa Stefano Ricci Singapore has been conceived as a retreat for those who value discretion and refinement. And while membership is by invitation only and subject to due diligence, individuals drawn to this way of living—and who share the maison’s appreciation for craft—may well find it worth the inquiry.
