A 280 m² single-family home located on a 1,200 m² plot on the outskirts of Mérida. The project responds to the needs of a young family seeking a contemporary home with open spaces and direct connection to the garden.
The south-southwest orientation maximizes solar gain in winter, while overhangs and deciduous vegetation provide summer sun protection.
Technical Data
- Location
- Mérida, Badajoz
- Year
- 2023
- Built area
- 280 m²
- Plot area
- 1,200 m²
- Typology
- Detached single-family home
- Status
- Completed
Concept
The design consists of two main volumes articulated around a central courtyard. The north volume houses the day area—living room, kitchen and dining room—with large windows facing the south garden. The east volume contains the bedrooms, oriented east to capture morning light.
The materiality combines exposed concrete with local limestone cladding, establishing a dialogue with the Extremaduran landscape.
Project Gallery
Main facade at sunset. The concrete overhang protects the entrance porch.
View from the south garden. Large windows connect the living room with the exterior.
Central courtyard with centenary olive tree. Articulates the two volumes of the house.
Main living room with double height. Microcement floor and oak carpentry.
Open kitchen to living room. Central island with natural stone countertop.
Sculptural exposed concrete staircase connects the two floors.
Master bedroom with direct access to private terrace.
Master bathroom with skylight and stone finishes.
Infinity pool integrated into the rear terrace.
Night view. Indirect lighting highlights the architectural volumes.
Detail of local limestone cladding on east facade.
General floor plan. L-shaped distribution around the courtyard.
Sustainability
The project incorporates passive climate control strategies: optimized orientation, concrete thermal mass, cross ventilation and seasonal shading. Photovoltaic panels and an aerothermal system ensure an A energy rating.
The garden uses native species with low water consumption, with a drip irrigation system fed by rainwater collected in a 10,000 liter cistern.