The tale of a legacy that is reborn through planning and a passion for hospitality

There are stories that are passed on not only through words, but also in the details of each project, in the care given to places and in the respect for a bigger vision. The story of Daniele Miotto, an engineer and now a key figure in the architectural design of Hotel Tritone, son of Francesco Miotto whom we have already interviewed, is one of continuity and renewal. A professional path that is deeply intertwined with family history and that of a structure whose hallmarks are excellence and harmony.

In this interview, Daniele tells us what it means to work on a project that he saw come to life as a boy, and which he now helps to grow and evolve with a new, young and yet grounded outlook.

Daniele, can you tell us about your journey and what led you to collaborate with Hotel Tritone?

My path started with a degree in Building Engineering-Architecture, also driven by my father’s example. During my university years, I often visited the studio office: I attended meetings, breathing in the atmosphere and the vision. After graduation I did some outside experience, but then chose to return to continue the family business.

The first real construction site I followed was the Garden Suites, in 2017: an important project, which gave me responsibility right from the start. I felt a strong trust from the Tritone team, and with Dr. Poli in particular I had a good rapport right away. It was he who believed in my inclusion, as well as in the contribution of young professionals such as architect Anna Sarcheletti, who today oversees the hotel’s design with great sensitivity.

What was it like for you to join a project that your father followed for so many years? Did you experience this choice as a natural continuity or a new challenge?

I would say both. It was a natural continuity, but also a challenge. My father was very good at giving me space, allowing me to grow professionally. In other realities there can often be generational contrasts, but there has always been great harmony between us, even outside of work: we share passions such as football and the mountains, and this has certainly strengthened our relationship.

In the office I found trust and autonomy. This has created a combination of tradition and innovation: my generation brings technological solutions, while my father has an enormous wealth of practical experience and interpersonal skills, which are essential for site management and personal growth.

What is your role today within the studio and in the hotel projects? Are there specific aspects that you are personally involved in?

Today, I am the coordinator and contact person for all planners and contractors involved in the work on Hotel Tritone. In cooperation with Dr. Poli, I take on board his insights and ownership objectives and translate them into operational solutions shared with the team.

It is a work of mediation and synthesis that enriches everyone who is involved: from the engineer Marcolungo, to the designers, to the specialised consultants. It is always teamwork that makes the difference.

What, in your opinion, are the architectural or design values that make Hotel Tritone such a recognisable structure?

Tritone’s uniqueness stems from Walter Poli’s vision. He sets a precise aesthetic direction, with a style that does not chase fashions, but seeks character. We are like tailors: we tailor something that lasts.

An example? The new spa inspired by the village of Arquà Petrarca. It is a place that sits outside of time, reminiscent of the land. Nessuna Spa takes a historical village as a landmark: it is a way of expressing authenticity.

Or the hexagon on the façade: we did not want a simple “palace”, but something light, elegant, recognisable. With the backlit perforated plate we achieved a strong and distinctive visual effect, especially at night.

Is there a recent project of which you are particularly proud? What approach did you take to integrate it into the existing context?

Each of the projects tackled is a challenge in itself. The Garden Suites were the first major project, but the new sludge tanks were also very complex from an organisational and technical point of view.

The key word for us is “consistency”. Each intervention is not a random addition, but a harmonious part of a larger project, which evolves over time without distorting itself. We always try to refresh the style while maintaining aesthetic and functional continuity.

Working in a thermal setting requires technical skills but also aesthetic sensitivity: how do you balance these two aspects in your projects?

It is an ongoing challenge. The hotel sector imposes strict rules on safety, fire prevention, hygiene. The spa world adds the management of materials, humidity, consumption. Not everything is allowed, and sometimes it takes months to find the right solution.

I am thinking, for example, of the swimming pool chandeliers: finding an alloy resistant to the water-saturated environment was complicated. You need a mix of technique and creativity, but above all perseverance.

How is the relationship with the team at Hotel Tritone? How does collaboration between different professionals enrich your work?

The rapport is wonderful. I feel an integral part of the Tritone staff, and that is not a given. We all row in the same direction, in an atmosphere of trust and cooperation. This improves the quality of work, and also the pleasure of doing it.

Collaboration between professionals is crucial. The “handyman” figure no longer exists. Each project is the result of the specific skills of a close-knit team: the architect, the engineer, the specialist, each bringing added value. This is the strength of the Tritone.

If you had to describe Hotel Tritone in three words from your design point of view, which would you choose?

I would say coherence, because every project is thought through with a clear thread, from the initial idea through to realisation.
Then togetherness, because it deeply involves everyone who works there, on a personal as well as professional level.
And finally detail, because it is in the details, even the invisible ones, that excellence is perceived. I could also add “example“: Walter is a reference point for all of us and his way of working is reflected in mine.

Do you have a personal message for the guests who experience (even if unconsciously) the architecture you help to create?

My wish is that they can fully enjoy the spaces, enjoying their airy feeling and breath. At the Tritone, one breathes a sense of serene exclusivity: not ostentatious luxury, but a welcome feeling of balance and sobriety.

I hope that every guest can feel unique, just as the environment that surrounds them is unique. As my father often says of the hotel: “Open a closet, and you will find order there too“. That is the soul of the Tritone: genuine care, even where the eye does not reach.