Designed as a personal retreat rather than a display house, this Mediterranean residence reflects an architect’s approach to living — where space, material, and light are treated as long-term companions rather than aesthetic statements.
The house is organized around a double-height living space that acts as both a social heart and a spatial anchor. Large openings dissolve the boundary between interior and exterior, allowing the surrounding landscape to become an ever-changing backdrop throughout the day. Rather than framing views as static compositions, the architecture invites nature to enter the domestic rhythm.
Warm wood surfaces define ceilings, built-in furniture, and structural elements, creating continuity across different levels and programs. Mineral plaster walls and stone flooring introduce texture and restraint, allowing materials to age naturally over time. The palette is intentionally limited, emphasizing tactility and proportion over visual contrast.
A mezzanine level overlooks the main living area, reinforcing vertical connection while preserving intimacy. Private and working spaces are positioned to maintain visual calm, with carefully controlled lighting and filtered daylight ensuring a balanced atmosphere suitable for both focus and rest.
The interiors are styled with subtle imperfections — softened edges, irregular textures, and lived-in arrangements — reinforcing the idea that the house is not a finished object, but a space designed to evolve with its occupants.
Rooted in Mediterranean sensibilities yet informed by contemporary architectural restraint, the project seeks quiet longevity rather than instant visual impact.