Architectural clarity and natural textures define this home in the Mediterranean town of Calpe
In the Mediterranean town of Calpe, Spain, a new single-family home designed by interior designer MarÃa José Auñón Cabrera and architect Pasqual Giner demonstrates an advanced understanding of contemporary residential architecture.
The house reflects a commitment to form and function, presenting a visual narrative shaped by geometry, light, and material. Set against the backdrop of the Costa Blanca, the residence harmonizes modernist clarity with a deeply sensory experience of space and place.
The design centers on the careful arrangement of volumes, each defined by clean lines that reinforce the home’s architectural integrity. This geometric precision is not merely aesthetic, it informs how each space communicates with the others and with the landscape.
The layout encourages fluid movement throughout the residence, with strategic openings that frame views and allow natural light to animate the interiors throughout the day. The changing daylight interacts with the structure, transforming surfaces and subtly altering the atmosphere.
Material selection was approached with careful intent. The architects employed a palette of noble materials including stone, wood, and ceramics, each chosen for its tactile quality and enduring appeal.
These materials were used in a way that highlights contrasts, between rough and polished, matte and glazed, creating a textural dialogue that enhances the sensory impact of each space. The interior environment is warm and welcoming, yet grounded in a disciplined architectural language.
Natural light plays a central role in shaping the home’s character. It enters through precisely positioned openings, casting shadows that add depth to the architectural surfaces.
These patterns evolve with the sun’s movement, making light itself a compositional element. The home is not just designed to be seen, but to be experienced, its spaces respond to time, weather, and use in ways that encourage reflection and comfort.
Connection with the outdoors is another defining aspect. The design intentionally blurs boundaries between interior and exterior spaces, allowing the natural environment to become part of the everyday experience.
Courtyards, terraces, and open passageways create a rhythm of openness and shelter, echoing traditional Mediterranean architectural principles while remaining distinctly contemporary.
The Mediterranean house serves as a refined model of modern architecture that values restraint, proportion, and the sensory richness of natural materials. Every element is intentional, contributing to a cohesive whole that elevates daily living through architectural clarity and emotional resonance. In this home, simplicity is not minimalism but a sophisticated expression of balance and presence.
Photography: Eugeni Pons
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