Ca s’Alou is located in Call Vermell, in Alcúdia, Mallorca. The project takes its name from the reddish soil characteristic of the island, a clay-rich terrain often mixed with gravel that defines the landscape of this area.

The design aims to integrate the building respectfully into its natural surroundings. The house is conceived with a strong horizontal character, allowing it to sit discreetly within the landscape and maintain a visual dialogue with the surrounding mountains. From a topographical perspective, the dwelling was designed on a single level so that it remains hidden from the street while naturally adapting to the slope of the terrain.

Materiality plays a central role in the project. The architecture emerges from the site itself, incorporating earth extracted during excavation as part of the construction process. Natural and unprocessed materials are prioritized, allowing the building to age and evolve over time. As the years pass, surfaces calcify, lichens appear on the walls, and the wood gradually returns to its original color, reinforcing the building’s connection to the landscape.

The design is inspired by a Mediterranean nostalgia expressed through a simple and minimalist aesthetic. Earth-toned materials and clean geometries create calm and distraction-free spaces that enhance the serene atmosphere of the rural setting.

The building is composed of two symmetrical volumes that recall traditional Mallorcan agricultural structures known as sestadors, historically used as shelters for livestock such as cows and sheep. Through this reference, the project establishes a dialogue with the island’s vernacular architecture.

The relationship between interior and exterior spaces is a key concept in the design. Openings and spatial transitions blur the boundary between inside and outside, allowing the landscape to become an integral part of the living experience.

All elements of the house are conceived as non-standard and custom-made. No standardized materials are used, and the furniture and artworks are carefully selected according to their natural qualities and their connection to the local context. This approach reinforces the idea of architecture as a unique and site-specific creation.

Ultimately, Ca s’Alou proposes an architecture that evolves with time, developing a natural patina and gradually integrating even more deeply into its environment.