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Old town

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about old town

Project • By Alejandro Giménez ArchitectsTowns

Casa Hikari

On a Costa del Sol that is suffering a loss of architectural identity, you will find Casa Hikari, located in the historic center of Marbella, among flowers, orange trees and whitewashed walls. Its façade is integrated with the traditional houses of the old town, thanks to its white textures and the bougainvillea that climb it. Anna Elias Once through the door, we enter a world of our own full of creativity, design and craftsmanship, where solid volumes and wide spaces coexist with natural elements that give the place an identity that speaks to the white villages of Andalusia. Anna Elias On the ground floor we find a distribution in which the visual axes are enhanced through large windows, connecting the reception patio wi... More

Project • By Almeda EstudiApartments

Plaça del Vi

The project is named after its location, honouring a historic square in the old town of Girona. Plaça del Vi (Wine square in Catalan) is surrounded by noble buildings, traditionally (since the 15th century) dwelled by highborn families. The project embraces a full refurbishing of a 135m2 space on the second floor. The building was erected using dimension stones and balconies with wrought iron rails. It has natural light from three facades. The stairs of the block follow the architectural uniqueness and the roots of the building, keeping the natural marble steps and the original elevator, with wood and wrought iron embellishments, visible cables and interiors reflecting the passage of time. Originally, the apartment was di... More