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VILLA, MARBELLA
UK-based Bernard Interiors was Making the most of the villa’s coastal location
commissioned to design and project manage was paramount for the client, so the three
the redevelopment of a luxury second home main ground floor spaces - living, dining and
in Marbella, Spain for a private client. kitchen - were combined and now connect
to the outside terrace with views across the
“The focus of the brief was to create a light
gardens to the sea.
and comfortable family residence with a
contemporary European feel, that also The terrace is multi-functional and works
encouraged relaxation and had space for exceptionally well as an open plan social
hosting informal family and social gatherings,” space for lounging or dining. A combination
commented Jen Bernard, founder and of comfortable seating surrounds a bespoke
managing director of Bernard Interiors. coffee table where family and friends can
socialise with drinks or watch tv. The screen
“Having worked closely with the client for is concealed in a bespoke kitchen unit with
many years we understood their vision for a a motorised lift. The outdoor kitchen houses
luxurious, colourful and inviting place where everything needed including a fridge, freezer
the design for outdoor living is as important and storage for crockery and glassware.
as the interior.”