ISLAND Style

A subtle and spacious modern Spanish pied-à-terre frames its surrounding sun-soaked rolling hills

- KIMBERLEY SCHOEMAN

Bring yourself closer to Spain's wild beauty and immerse yourself in the earthy tones and ambiance of this tranquil retreat in Ibiza, a 'finca' (usually referring a rural estate) whose cactus-strewn surroundings and a shimmering pool delights and soothes in equal measure.

Intricate with nods to the Spanish Finca style typically known for exposed beams, a generous use of rough stone and thick stucco walls there is a clear fusion of signature, clean and minimal Ibizan styles with contemporary sensibilities.

Behind the six-bedroom home's design is Natural Asthetik, and architecture by Ibiza-based Blakstad. Together, they've achieved a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living to create a masterclass in the Spanish finca style. 'It was crucial to create a space that felt authentically connected to the location without compromising the homeowners' desire for contemporary aesthetics,' says Tom Lawrence-Levy, founder of Natural Asthetik. "This way we were able to create a slightly modern interpretation of this classic style.'