Renovation

Renovation

"What they don't realize is that we built it from scratch," says Eva. "When people find out it's not actually an old finca, they're always amazed."

Helen Whittaker's vibrant stained glass Paradise window celebrates the quest of the Irish traveller St Brandon, better known as St Brendan, who spent a lifetime searching for an earthly Garden of Eden.

The refurbishment project is characterized by a dual stylistic code, which allows for a harmonious blend of modern and traditional elements within the apartment's design.

C.P.H. Gilbert could design 'a mean Neo-Gothic mansion,' as one New York Times story put it, showcasing his architectural prowess during the Gilded Age.

The design of Anna Bakay's office transforms a conventional notary practice into a serene space that resembles a private gallery, emphasizing silence and tactility.

"Back then, we had no idea that it was in the realm of possibility that we would ever be able to get married or civil partnered. When both of us were growing up, homosexuality was illegal."

The architectural approach emphasizes simplicity, durability, and contextual integration, with brick as the primary material for its structural capacity and long-term performance.

'At the Piccolo Teatro Studio Melato, we have envisioned a series of spaces that express the restorative power of water, creating exquisite moments of transcendence,' explains Flowers.