Matteo Foresti Architecture Studio AB, established in 2017, is based in Stockholm, Sweden, at Lövholmsgränd 12. The studio was founded by Italian architect Matteo Foresti, who studied at the Politecnico di Milano and held various positions in Italy and Portugal before relocating to Sweden. The practice operates in architectural design, interiors, and research, handling projects from initial concept to construction drawings. Its portfolio spans local and international works.
The firm’s focus includes new residential buildings, renovations, and specialized structures. Recent examples are several villas such as Villa Örsö, Villa Harö, Villa SJ, and Villa RM around Stockholm, covering both new construction and renovation. The studio gained recognition for its sensitive architectural approach, as seen in projects like Apartment TS, which reflects a deep engagement with the building's historic layers and adapts classical arrangements for contemporary living.
Notable interventions include Sauna R, completed in Värmdö, Stockholm archipelago in 2018—an all-black sauna embedded in the rocks, composed of dark oak and Negresco quartzite, designed to frame natural views while minimizing impact on its pristine site. Another prominent renovation is the transformation of a narrow, century-old building in Stockholm into Kale & Crave, a restaurant spread over four floors, showcasing the studio’s capability in complex spatial reorganizations.
Matteo Foresti Architecture undertakes housing developments such as Ekudden in Värmdö and Slottshöjden in Enköping, as well as competition entries in Scandinavia and abroad. The practice is noted for its attentive use of materials and spatial clarity, contributing to Stockholm’s architectural landscape without reliance on self-promotional jargon.