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White Stone House

Architecture
Luxury Housing
Completed / Built
Professional Category

Architect / Designer:

Jordi Fernández, Eduardo Gutiérrez

Studio:

ON-A

Design Team:

Site: Barcelona
Year: 2024
Surface Area: 810㎡
Architects: Eduardo Gutiérrez, Jordi Fernández | ON-A
ON-A Team: Ernest Ruiz, Georgina Morales, Saúl Ajuria & Luciana Teodozio
Interior Designer: Irene Sánchez Bernal | IeSeBe
Construction Execution Management: Alba Subirada | GRUART
Facilities Engineering: Albert Colomer | GP9 CONSULTING
Structural Engineering: Miguel Rodríguez | STATIC
Landscaping: Salvador Barri | VIVERS BARRI
Construction: GRUPO IRC
GRC facade: UBASART

Copyright:

Adrià Goula

Country:

Spain

Situated on a mountainside on the outskirts of Barcelona, the White Stone House stands as a striking white sculpture with breathtaking Mediterranean Sea views. This contemporary single-family home, features clean lines and natural materials, blending modernity with warmth. The interior design and the landscaping create a harmonious and welcoming environment.

The residence, thanks to its terraced plot and optimal orientation, offers unobstructed sea views from every corner. Large windows and terraces bring the outdoors in, flooding spaces with natural light and serenity.

Generous outdoor spaces enhance the home’s design, allowing residents to enjoy the mild climate and stunning views. The ground floor terrace, connected to the living room and kitchen, includes a large dining area with a barbecue and a chillout space with sofas and an outdoor fireplace. A lower level features an infinity pool, outdoor jacuzzi, gym, dressing room, and bathroom areas. Light-toned ceramic paving contrasts with the dark pool floor and lush garden, creating a relaxing environment. Thoughtful lighting extends enjoyment of these areas into the evening, creating a magical atmosphere.

The house’s standout feature is its sculptural facade, made of large-format GRC pieces, which provide strength and complex shapes while reflecting radiation. This durable material maintains its appearance with minimal maintenance, contrasting with the aluminum elements.

The interior design focuses on comfort and luxury, with meticulously planned open-plan living areas for socializing and private areas for tranquility. The central space, featuring a double-height dining and living room, serves as the heart of the home, connecting to the landscape and fostering spaciousness.

High-quality materials and thoughtful finishes create a sophisticated ambiance. Herringbone parquet floors add warmth, while varied wall coverings and ambient lighting highlight architectural details, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere throughout.

The multifunctional basement includes parking, technical facilities, a gym, and recreational areas. Natural light from a large window connects the exercise room to the outdoor pool area. The sauna, dressing room, and showers feature warm tones and natural woods, enhancing comfort and functionality.

Sustainable technologies, including solar panels and rainwater harvesting systems, are integrated into the design, emphasizing environmental commitment and energy efficiency.
The White Stone House offers more than a residence; it provides a sensory experience, from sunrise to sunset, embodying the essence of contemporary Mediterranean lifestyle.

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We are committed to architecture without limits and make it real through our research, constant training, and innovation. The sum of our ideas, the search for new solutions, and the discovery of new talents make up our DNA.

We design and build unique spaces using technology to shape our creativity and make any type of geometry possible, obtaining remarkable and singular designs. We also apply the BIM methodology in all our projects to optimize their construction and subsequent management.

Our investment in R&D and the research we conduct in our own laboratory enable us to uncover new materials and innovative solutions when it comes to applying technology to our projects.

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