Design Buy Build Issue 68 2024 | Page 54

INTERIORS & INTERIOR DESIGN

NORKUS HOUSE

The house sits in the privileged surroundings of Cala Carbó , southwest of Ibiza island .
Despite not being a first-line plot , thanks to its location , within the limits of a suburban environment , and the sloped topography of the area , the house possesses magnificent views towards the sea , the sunset , and the magical islet of Es Vedrà .
The projected house occupies the last empty plot in the vicinity . Logically , the existing properties didn ’ t want to sacrifice in excess their clear views , a factor which translated into severe view rights at the starting point of the project . In a perfect adaptation exercise , this strong determining factor is turned into a design feature , resulting in two clean , prismatic volumes that emphasize geometry and articulate the distribution , without disturbing the neighboring views . The program of necessities is typical of a Mediterranean summer house , with wide open spaces and great openings to enjoy the exteriors and the excellent weather .
At ground level , the first volume is placed longitudinally along the plot , with an east-west orientation . The main access is located here , as well as a large , open-concept , living / dining / kitchen area , completely embracing the views and the sea , and directly connected to the swimming pool . The program for this floor is completed with service and utility rooms , and one of the bedrooms with an en suite bathroom .
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