Luxury Stone Home In Mallorca Inspired By Tradition

Casa Fly reflects the popular architecture not only by stone that is sourced from the local quarry, but by using traditional techniques that are used throughout the island of Mallorca.

Based on the typical construction of Majorcan houses and their boundary walls, the traditional dry technique of “Pedra en sec” links the building with the local design, which was declared an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2018.

The home opens onto a large pool terrace where fingers of concrete extend over the inviting blue water.

The house is built in respect of the local environment; ventilation systems and areas of natural shade are included to offer relief from the hot Mediterranean sun.

The window is snowed deep into the structure of the house, where the windows find shade under large concrete slabs.

The rustic stone-built aesthetic flows from the outside to the large and spacious interior, where it meets with lime plaster, Lime stucco. A gray modular sofa is arranged in a sociable U-shaped layout, proving plenty of space for extended family and friends.

When dinner time calls, a large rectangular dining table seats up to eight guests. The wooden dining set is complemented by a wooden lath wall feature behind it. These wooden tin walls repeat all over the interior, where they create an interesting shade play as the sunlight moves. As well as portraying the contemporary lattice trend, the natural wood communicates a local traditional atmosphere.

The side wall panels also allow airflow through the home, even while the exterior shutters are closed. Appearance clay dining room lights complete the warm tone of the wooden dining room.

Slatted ceilings bring a softer wood tone to the living room, cutting a contemporary feel over the rustic exposed masonry.

Floor-to-ceiling wooden shutters fold closed across the transitional living space between the interior and the pool terrace for heat prevention. Not only useful, but aesthetically these wooden shutters beautifully listen to the traditional facades of typical Majorcan houses.

Once the shutters are removed, a modern dining room connects with the pool terrace to provide a shaded dining room with a beautiful view.

The unique dining set has a pair of solid wood benches that fuse with the table top.

As we pass the naturally ventilated dining room, we enter the kitchen through a set of sliding glass doors. The series of doors used throughout the property allows fresh air to enter each apartment, or flow through the entire home. Removable furniture stands out against the modest decor, here in the form of a custom cantilevered kitchen island that complements the exterior canopies.

A concrete canopy shades an outdoor seat by the pool.

Casa Fly was molded to deliver an extraordinary experience to its residents during each turn.

A bold cantilever staircase design climbs to the upper floor. Wooden slats build a coordinating vertical axis that forms the backbone of the house.

Above, a modern upholstered bed places a simple gray platform against the warming tones of a stone-headed wall.

The wooden lattice panel aesthetic repeats itself inside the bedrooms, creating a soothing coherence throughout the house.

Blue decorative accents are inspired by the view of the clear blue sky and the Mediterranean Sea.

The rest of the interior color palette is happily uncomplicated in shades of gray and sandy beige.

Modern wooden furniture and natural jute round rug form a small seat.

Airflow moves through the entire house to the skylights to provide vertical and horizontal ventilation.

The wide, cantilevered staircase design serves as an outlet for fresh air.

An abstract bronze statue dominates the light-filled landing.

Downstairs in the home gym, a fabulous lighted rock phase wall creates visual drama.

At the front entrance, the luxury house stands in modest harmony with the local architecture.

Wood, local stone and concrete speak quietly about Mediterranean style.

An imposing front door is camouflaged within uniform lath panels.

Abundantly green borders frame the modern entrance.

Different views are enjoyed from every level of the home, an endless seascape of the pool and an illuminated cityscape of the bedroom at night, which shines through a break between the sloping terrain and the pines.

Glass railings allow unobstructed passage of natural light.

Creative landscaping encompasses the natural terrain.

Mature trees grow privacy around the property.

The tall trees also provide much needed shade on the pool patio.

The linear architecture reflects the smooth horizon.

Shutters lock in the sunshine during the hottest hours of the day.