Italian architecture firm Metroarea completes an organic-formed Villa Mediterraneo in Ibiza by adapting nature with cave-like structure and bamboo shutters, which creates an elegant view through illumination of bamboos on the façade.

The basic design approach of the building is based on the fusion of the Mediterranean culture with the natural environment. The building is inspired by the Roman villa and by Spanish and Arab heritage, the house takes form through the natural lexicon of Italian expressionism (Moretti, Michelucci etc.), which also maintains a strong memory of Rudolf Steiner. 

''For us, infact, designing a contemporary building in 2016 means establishing a dedicated dialogue with history and with nature'', said Metroarea. 

Villa Mediterraneo Ibiza presents a continuous relationship for inside and outside obtained by the big glass windows, is filtered by hanging gardens, canopies and custom made bamboo shutters, that are a reminiscence of the traditional awnings and latticework Moucharabieh.

The typical central patio is the fulcrum of a complex network of multi level paths and, at the same time, as the impluvium was used to gather water, it is enriched by a waterfall and creek that connects the two swimming pools.

The Villa's organic form follows the natural slope of the ground and it is lying perfectly on the hill, in a shape the reminds of an amphitheater, surrounded by nature.

The architects used simple materials like irregular board formed concrete and drywalls, underlines the desire to avoid a popular image of luxury, while instead pursuing a connection with the island, the ground and its tradition. The building creates an informal and hospitable space, according to the lessons of Busiri Vici, Couelle and Vietti.

The plan is composed by three different levels, that are organically connected by curved paths and stairs, but physically divided in specific functions. Ground Floor takes place in the north wing and there is the master suite (with large living space and wardrobe) on the south wing six guest rooms, externally the main pool.

First Floor of the building includes living room (with a 15m sliding door) dining room, kitchen, gym, spa, secondary external pool and Belvedere living room is placed in the second floor. 

All images © Fernando Alda

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