Nestled amidst the serene fields of the Ampurdan, this secret gem stands tall. A noble 18th-century house perfectly restored, respecting its original elements and equipped with everything necessary to become one of the most renowned luxury hotels in the Spain.
Written by
The Aficionados
Photography
The Aficionados. Mas de Torrent. Courtesy of Mas de Torrent, a member of The Aficionados
In the picturesque landscape of Marbella, Spain, where the beauty of nature unfolds in all its splendor, there exists a realm where opulence and tranquility intertwine seamlessly. Nestled amidst lush greenery and cascading waters, stands the epitome of architectural magnificence – the Noir Opulence villa.
Project name
Noir Opulence
Architecture firm
Masoumeh Aghazadeh
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Masoumeh Aghazadeh
Design team
Studio Bafarin
Visualization
Masoumeh Aghazadeh
Typology
Residential › Villa House
We arrived in Spain, Madrid with our project of the first restaurant and cocktail bar from the group at Parque Bar Buenos Aires. We work on the materialization of the green color in all its spectrum. We seek the balance of the superposition of textures and accompany the space with the harmony of the curve.
Project name
Parque Bar Botánico
Architecture firm
OHIO Estudio
Photography
Alberto Amores
Principal architect
Felicitas Navia
Collaborators
Lara Falcon
Interior design
OHIO Estudio
Visualization
OHIO Estudio
Tools used
Autodesk 3ds Max
Construction
Copaia Estudio
Typology
Hospitality › Bar
A project full of curves and vegetation that shapes the different spaces and offers a new architectural vision of traditional constructions. A play of geometric elements that creates a feeling of greater amplitude, harmony and interpersonal connection.
Project name
VQR-18003 – S’ANELL
Architecture firm
Palomino Arquitectos
Location
Calle Vaquer 41, 07181 Calvià (Bendinat), Illes Balears, Spain
Photography
Tomeu Canyellas
Principal architect
Alejandro Palomino, Lavinia de Coene, Leandro Viegas
Design team
Alejandro Palomino, Lavinia de Coene, Leandro Viegas, Raquel Martínez
Structural engineer
Estructuras Singulares
Lighting
Eléctrica F. Ayudarte SL
Construction
Casal Construccions
Material
Concrete, Wood, Glass, Aluminum
Typology
Residential › House
In the enchanting locale of Alicante, Spain, a new architectural marvel graces the landscape – Casa de Piedra. Crafted as a personal endeavor, this residence seamlessly melds contemporary design with the enduring charm of white stone, forming a captivating synthesis with the natural surroundings.
Project name
Casa de Piedra
Architecture firm
Monika Pancheva
Tools used
Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop
Principal architect
Monika Valentinova Pancheva
Visualization
Monika Pancheva
Typology
Residential › House
The project, nominated for the Best Workspaces Awards, was designed by the architecture firm ARQUID in close collaboration with the Monex company, creating a unique, personalized and bespoke workspace.
Project name
New Monex Offices
Location
Picasso Tower, Madrid, Spain
Photography
Alberto Amores
Collaborators
Furniture: Orsal, with brands such as Ondarreta, Enea Design, BK Contract. Home automation solutions: Picasso Tower & Elecnor. Acoustic solutions: Acoustic curtains. Carpentry: Dicotex
Lighting
Vibia / Plusminus / Faro
Typology
Commercial › Offices
BDP-18011 is a transgressive and disruptive project by Palomino Arquitectos that surprises everyone who visits it and aims to be a link between Balearic nature and modern architecture. From the mix of elements used to their representation in the architecture
Architecture firm
Palomino Arquitectos
Location
Cala Vinyes, Calvià, Illes Balears, Spain
Photography
Estudi 97 (Antoni Perelló Valls)
Principal architect
Lavinia de Coene, Alejandro Palomino
Design team
Alejandro Palomino, Alejandro Palomino, Lavinia de Coene, Raquel Martínez
Collaborators
Manuel Vera (Project Manager and Quantity surveyor)
Civil engineer
Ingenio Consultores (Andreu Ortiz)
Structural engineer
Sebastià Miquel
Material
Concrete, Stone, Wood, Steel, Glass
Typology
Residential › House
A single-family house designed using bioclimatic strategies, whose construction was carried out in a workshop using an industrialized system of laminated wood and finished on site by its inhabitants.
Project name
The Cork and Wood House
Architecture firm
gurea arquitectura cooperativa
Location
Navajeda, Cantabria, Spain
Principal architect
Darío Cobo Calvo
Collaborators
Design: Nestor Gutiérrez Rivas [Atelier La Juntana]. Quantity surveyor: Miguel Ángel del Olmo
Built area
Built-up area 155 m² house 36 m² garage; Usable floor area 153 m² house 35 m² garage
Site area
Gross floor area 175 m² house 36 m² garage
Material
Laminated wood – structure and envelope. Plywood – inner skin. Cork panels – outer skin. 1 Corrugated sheet metal – roof (house). Corrugated polycarbonate – roof (winter garden)
Typology
Residential › House
