Three homes near the sea

THREE HOMES NEAR THE SEA

El Molinar, Palma, Islas Baleares | 2022 | 360 m2  

The project is located in a former fishing neighbourhood near the harbours of Es Molinar and Es Portixol. Characterised by low-rise houses, these traditional dwellings stand out for their formal simplicity and the use of natural materials, establishing a harmonious dialogue with the sea.

The corner plot lies on the boundary between urban and rural land, a condition that shapes the project's relationship with its immediate surroundings.

An ambitious programme is accommodated within a compact space, comprising three apartments: two with two bedrooms and two bathrooms each, and a third with three bedrooms and three bathrooms. Two of the apartments feature private swimming pools, while all three benefit from outdoor spaces designed for relaxation and enjoyment.

The proposed building seeks to recover the architectural character of the traditional fishermen's houses, gradually lost through the construction of new residential developments. Particular emphasis is placed on one of their most distinctive traditional features, the Mallorcan shutter, an element especially suited to the Mediterranean climate.

Inside, the living spaces open onto the terraces surrounding the building, extending both the interior spaces and everyday activities outdoors.