Spanish studio Fran Silvestre Arquitectos has unveiled Villa 95, a striking coastal residence in the resort town of Sotogrande, Andalusia. Nestled within the Altos de Valderrama development, the villa is carefully integrated into a sloping, forested plot with expansive views of Spain’s southern coast.
Responding to the site’s irregular topography, the architects arranged the home into three elongated, stone-clad volumes that step up the hillside in a zigzag pattern. This distinctive layout carves out space for a generous central terrace—one of the client’s key requests.
“This configuration allows the project to rest gently on the terrain, following its natural slope and orienting itself to capture the best light and views,” the studio told Dezeen. The rooftop belvedere, intended as a social gathering spot, demanded precise management of sightlines to ensure privacy from neighbouring properties.
Dynamic Volumes Define Interior Flow and Outdoor Living
Each of the villa’s three volumes serves a distinct purpose. The highest block houses bedrooms lined with glass walls that open directly onto the rooftop terrace via sliding doors. These elevated spaces enjoy sweeping views while remaining secluded.
The central volume, beneath the rooftop terrace, contains the main living zones, including an open-plan lounge, dining area, kitchen, and office. A wall of glass along the southern façade frames unobstructed coastal vistas and leads to a shaded outdoor terrace.
Directly below, the lowest volume partially sinks into the terrain. It accommodates a garage, technical areas, and a wellness centre that opens onto a secluded courtyard. Adjacent to this space is a pool terrace, offering another panoramic setting for leisure.
“The way the volumes conform to the terrain – lightly and precisely – creates a quiet architecture that feels as though it has always belonged,” the studio explained. Vertical circulation is placed at the intersection points of each volume, enabling fluid movement across all levels.
Minimalist Palette Meets Timeless Mediterranean Design
Finished in pale natural stone and featuring minimalist white interiors, Villa 95 was envisioned as a timeless structure capable of accommodating multi-generational living. The design prioritises material continuity and a seamless indoor-outdoor relationship.
“The choice of materials was driven by a desire for timelessness and connection with the site,” said the studio. “Local natural materials such as stone and wood were used in warm tones with subtle grey hues, enhancing continuity between exterior and interior spaces.”
Fran Silvestre Arquitectos, founded in 2005 by Fran Silvestre, is known for its sculptural minimalism and site-specific residential design. The studio has previously applied a similar stepped-volume strategy to a hillside home in Alicante, and is also recognised for minimalist homes behind historic façades and rooftop walkable residences in Valencia.
With Villa 95, the firm continues its exploration of architectural lightness, precise geometry, and harmony with the landscape.