Designed by Serrano + Baquero Arquitectos, Pool with a House challenges the traditional concept of suburban homes where pools are merely an accessory. Instead, this project in Altos de la Zubia places water at the heart of the experience, integrating it directly into the living spaces.
Cal Gall Farmhouse by Sau – Taller d’Arquitectura reinterprets a 19th-century house and accompanying farmhouses to promote the family’s heritage. Taller SAU transformed these historic structures while introducing modern design elements and sustainable building systems.
Designed by Bouman Arquitectura, Boratuna House is a residence that draws inspiration from traditional Catalan architecture, particularly the masia—a rural farmhouse style deeply rooted in the region’s history. The goal of the project was to create a home that feels as though it has always been part of the landscape while providing modern comfort and efficiency.
Nestled on C/Vinya in the old town of Artà, this multi-family building comprises two housing units. It stands on the site of a century-old construction, where the architects carried out a thorough study before deciding which parts could be salvaged. Their focus was on reuse—a strategy to minimize waste, preserve cultural heritage, and give new life to original materials.
Szoke House stands on the southern slopes of Monte Abantos in San Lorenzo de El Escorial, near Madrid. This location is known for its dense pine forests, rugged terrain, and dramatic granite outcroppings. The design aims to blend with the area’s rich landscape, taking in views of La Herrería forest to the southwest and the historic Royal Site of San Lorenzo de El Escorial to the east.
Casa T is a 286.61 m² farmhouse in Menorca. The local architecture studio, Gabriel Montañés, turned an abandoned building into a modern home that still honors the island’s heritage. This revival features natural materials such as wood, marés sandstone, and limestone cladding. By mixing old and new elements, the project respects Menorca’s traditional style while meeting modern needs.
Nearly three decades after ÁBATON’s first forays into architecture and interior remodeling in Madrid, this house marks the 300th integral renovation for the firm. Situated in the lush forest of Mount Abantos, it gazes upon the majestic Escorial Monastery. Moreover, it underscores ÁBATON’s dedication to empathetic and environmentally responsible design.
Alamo House stands on a steep residential site with panoramic views of the historic center of Toledo. To navigate the plot’s complicated geometry and pronounced slope, OOIIO Architecture devised three stacked rectangular prisms. Each volume is clad in natural stone and strategically superimposed to form the house’s main structure.
