Vista Blanco Residence

Marbella, Spain

Year

2019

Site area

650 m²

Building area

380 m²

Duration

14 Months

Program overview

  • Contemporary villa designed for a compact, developing urban plot.
  • Maximizes vertical living with accessible rooftop entertainment decks.
  • Ground floor opens fully to the pool terrace for seamless entertaining.
  • Upper-level bedrooms feature private balconies with glass guardrails.
  • Designed to capture abundant natural light while offering privacy from neighbors.

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Key features

  • Stacked Cubic Form: Interlocking white geometric volumes creating a dynamic silhouette.
  • Stainless Steel Water Feature: Sculptural "cobra" style spout acting as a pool focal point.
  • Glass Balustrades: Frameless transparent railings preserving skyline views.
  • Dark Frame Glazing: Black aluminum window frames providing high contrast against the stucco.
  • Porcelain Decking: Large-format, neutral grey exterior tiles extending the living space.
  • Rooftop Solarium: Functional flat roof space utilized as a high-vantage sun deck.
  • Mosaic Pool: Classic blue mosaic tiling creating a vibrant water color.

Architectural approach

  • Mediterranean Minimalism: Reducing the building to pure white forms to reflect the intense sun.
  • Dematerialization: Using extensive glass to lighten the visual weight of the corners.
  • Layered Transparency: Creating depth through multiple planes of glass and railings.
  • Functional Sculpting: Utilizing building setbacks to generate natural shade and terrace space.
  • Skyline Engagement: Designing the roof as a "fifth facade" for living rather than just cover.

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