Francesco stays in his own area in the back of the appartment so he is around (and I didn't know this in advance so this came as a surprise) )but to us, it wasn't a problem at all. Francesco is the perfect and a very enthousiastic host that I would gladly stay with him the next time we visit Milano or the design fair. The location in the Tortona District is perfect for public traffic (taxi, metro, tram, train) and from breakfast to dinner so we can recommend it to anyone visiting for the fashion or designweek!