A Touch of Italy

There’s nothing quite like the true beauty of Tuscany. Its rolling hills and seaside escapes became the inspiration for these homeowners who wanted a modern, Tuscan-style home. Combining natural elements with unique finishes, stunning lighting, rustic touches, and impressive build quality throughout, this Hastings, Minnesota home is a high-end Italian-inspired masterpiece that looks perfect high above the Mississippi River.

5 Bedroom | 6 Bath | 5,736 Sq. Ft.

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Ruby+Suede Design

A modern Tuscan Mediterranean home with a fountain in front.

Italian and Mediterranean influences are immediately apparent on the approach, from the stucco-and-stone exterior and gas lanterns to the one-of-a-kind barrel tiled roof in a brown terracotta. 

A modern home with a front door and a driveway.
A modern Tuscan home with a fountain in front of it.
The exterior of a Modern Tuscan home with a stone front.
An aerial view of a Modern home near a lake.
A modern Tuscan Mediterranean home nestled in the middle of a grassy field.
A stunning Modern Tuscan Mediterranean home featuring a spacious driveway and attached garage.

A Showstopper

Our clients wanted a home that allowed them to entertain in high-class style. They were drawn to modern Tuscan-style homes, so we aimed to create a home that incorporated it all using unique materials that showcased a variety of textures and contrasts, making the home a showstopper.

A modern living room in a Tuscan Mediterranean home, featuring wood floors and a fireplace.
A modern living room with a wooden ceiling and couches in a Tuscan Mediterranean home.
A modern entryway with a large window and a wooden staircase in a Tuscan Mediterranean home.

Cozy & Natural

The home features inviting open spaces perfect for entertaining, a wall of windows to bathe the home in natural light, towering ceilings, and a home office space with amazing Mississippi River views below.

A modern home office with large windows and a leather chair in a Tuscan Mediterranean style.

Gourmet Kitchen

For a homeowner who loves to entertain, a gourmet kitchen is a must. This one features high-end Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances along with two islands — one for prep work and one for seating. 

A modern kitchen sink in a Tuscan-style home.
A large kitchen with wood floors and a bar area in a Modern Tuscan Mediterranean home.
A modern kitchen with wood floors and a center island, located in a Tuscan Mediterranean home.
A modern kitchen with wood floors and a center island, in a Tuscan-inspired Mediterranean home.
A modern bathroom with dark wood cabinets and a mirror in a Tuscan Mediterranean home.

Luxury Living

Not one, but two primary suites occupy the main level, each complete with upscale bathrooms, walk-in closets, and large bedrooms with rustic beams and ceiling details. 

A modern bedroom with wood floors and large windows in a Tuscan Mediterranean home.

Designed to Entertain

The lower level invites visitors to linger in the three guest bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and walk-in closets, wet bar and wine space, home gym, and billiards area. 

A custom finished basement with a pool table and a fireplace in a Tuscan Mediterranean home.
A Modern Tuscan home bar with stools and a television.
A modern stone staircase with a black iron railing in a Tuscan Mediterranean home.
A modern living room with large windows and a fireplace in a Tuscan Mediterranean home.
A modern Tuscan bar with a sink and wine glasses in a Mediterranean home.

Unique Selections

Thoughtful material choices make the spaces come to life, including colorful, texture-rich wallpaper; mixed-metal plumbing and lighting fixtures; stone countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms; and rustic reclaimed floors. 

A modern room with a lot of lights hanging from the ceiling in a Tuscan Mediterranean home.
Three potted plants in a basket on a countertop in a Modern Tuscan home.
A sink in a modern bathroom with a marble counter top.
A modern chandelier adorned with gold leaves and crystals, perfect for a Tuscan or Mediterranean-inspired home.
A modern chandelier with a circular shape hanging from the ceiling in a Tuscan home.
A painting of a bird perched on a branch, perfect for adding a touch of nature to your Modern Tuscan Mediterranean home.
In a Modern Tuscan Mediterranean home, two stools are arranged in front of a fireplace in the cozy living room.
A large chandelier hanging from a ceiling in a modern home.
A modern cabinet door with an ornate design and a gold knob in a Tuscan Mediterranean home.
A white and beige damask pattern on a white background, perfect for a Modern Tuscan Mediterranean home.
A modern wallpaper with birds and flowers on it, perfect for a Tuscan-inspired Mediterranean home.
A modern bathroom with a stone floor and a white wall in a Tuscan Mediterranean home.
A pile of white stones on a table in a Modern Tuscan Mediterranean home.
A crystal chandelier hanging in a Modern Tuscan home.