The Youngest General Manager in Florence (….and Maybe in Italy)

At House of Nine, we don’t just follow trends—we anticipate them, reinterpret them, and then turn them upside down with a twist of personality. So it comes as no surprise that we are home to the youngest General Manager in Florence. Possibly even in Italy. (And if someone younger wants to challenge the title, we’ll wait for the press release!!)

We sat down with him for an inside look at his journey—from childhood ambitions involving wrenches and pipes, to leading one of the most innovative, eclectic and maximalist five-star indipendent hotel.

Q. Every child has a dream job. What did you say when asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?”

“I used to say I wanted to be a plumber! My father is a plumber, and like many kids, I saw him as the perfect man. I admired the values he passed on to me—and I still do. I even worked with him briefly when I was very young, and honestly, those moments taught me a lot. They’ve been surprisingly useful, especially given the unpredictable nature of managing a hospitality space, where hands-on problem solving is often required.”

Q. Being the youngest General Manager in Italy is quite a milestone. Do you feel more pressure—or more freedom to bring something new to the table?

“Responsibility is part of the job. What matters is your ability to manage stress, stay focused, and rely on an excellent team. In a time of global change and growing digitalization, keeping people motivated and passionate about what they do is what really makes the difference. That kind of energy is contagious—and at House of Nine, we’ve seen it firsthand. We’ve built something meaningful in a very short time, and we know it’s just the beginning.”

Q. House of Nine doesn't fit the mold of a traditional five-star hotel. What makes you feel more “Nine” and less “classic luxury” in your role?

“House of Nine has become a way of being for all of us who work here. Our hospitality is elegant and professional, but also relaxed, human, and tailored. When guests walk through the door, they feel at home. And that’s exactly what makes us feel more ‘Nine’—it’s a break from the overly rigid five-star standards of the past. We’re redefining luxury through connection and authenticity.”