A refuge for artists in the Sierra de Tramuntana
that flirty salmon vaulted space that does not stop accumulating likes in most inspirational instagram accounts and that awakens in anyone who comes across its pristine beauty an irrepressible desire to pack your bags and move to Mallorca , is one of the latest projects of mar plus ask.
The architecture studio , founded in 2015 by the Spanish Mar Vicens Fuster and Danish Ask Anker Aistrup and based in Valencia, has created a magical corner in the middle Tramuntana mountains: The Olive Houses, two small artist residencies - add up to a total of 25 square meters - located on a farm with sea views and whose design is a delight for the retinas.
The Pink House has been built on a previous rock structure
Declared Heritage of humanity by unesco , the spectacular environment in which the houses are hidden is full of ancient olive trees -species that stars in one of the most traditional prints of the area-, planted on **terraces made with dry stone. **
An enclave as pure as this required a conception nature friendly , which is why mar plus ask has wanted that The Olive Houses They blend in perfectly with her. To achieve this goal, a first step was split the project into two modules , so that the impact , at the size level, was minor.
In turn, the buildings have risen on a stone structure that was on the farm previously, both having exteriors of the aforementioned material.
By reusing these foundations, it was only necessary to lift a small complementary space , housed in the existing terraces. The result? A practically underground house -The Pink House- how well reminiscent of a cave , keeping cool in summer and warm in the colder seasons.
Who wouldn't want to sleep in this charming cave?
The Purple House , where tenants can cook and enjoy an idyllic dinner, on their day it was a tool house . Equipped with a bathroom, two gas stoves, sink, wood oven, table and stools and a fridge powered by solar panels -located at the back of the house-, it is complemented by The Pink House , composed of **a double bed, a shower and a fireplace. **
The latter has a shower at one end of the building, next to a rock formation that the house has embraced as if it were his and that he finds himself lit by a skylight . contemplate how the water -which comes from a spring that is behind the house - falls on you, at the same time that resonates throughout the minimalist room, is one of those pleasures that will make you love the simple luxury.
The Valencian architecture studio has decided to baptize the cozy residences after, in the case of The Purple House , the characteristic purple stucco that covers the walls, chosen for being the complementary color to the dark side of olive leaf ; and, in the same way, for the shade of pink, complementary to the matte side of an olive leaf, which makes **The Pink House so hypnotic. **
In the background, The Purple House
“We are dedicated to the creation of objects and simple and thoughtful spaces . We work through dialogue with existing conditions, whether natural or built and we see the restrictions as a starting point for our design, instead of an obstacle”, they comment from mar plus ask, reaffirming the idea of creating a symbiosis between construction and environment.
“We like the intimate but open spaces, that are related to the shades of natural light changing throughout the day and activated by the emotional and sensory qualities of natural materials”, they point out.
Bathroom at The Purple House
The calm that invades the guests of this exclusive accommodation can only be seen broken by the sound of the sheep's bell . However, not everyone can enjoy the tranquility The Olive Houses , conceived as a haven for architects, artists and writers , who can find their inspiration here throughout the year.
“Many of us have lost contact with nature and tranquility. Our idea is that by giving creatives access to this experience can both create and communicate space” , comment Danish architect Ask Anker Aistrup to Traveler.es.
The minimum stay is four nights and the price of the stay round between 300 euros (in low season) and 500 euros per night , including cleaning service and breakfast.
Although he Reservations are full until 2021 They have a waiting list. To contact the hosts, write an email to [email protected].
The Olive Houses, where artists find inspiration
"It has been an exciting project. Due to the positive responses we have received, we are evaluating the possibility of expand The Olive Houses with an extra house as well as do a new project of this style -this time, outside Spain-", reveals Ask. We'll keep you up to date...
Kitchen corner of The Purple House