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Spotlight On Village Verde At Sotogrande
Situated in the serene community of Sotogrande, Village Verde offers a peaceful and green oasis. The architectural team behind this project showcases how exclusivity can harmoniously coexist with a mindful approach to living spaces and preserving the natural beauty of the environment.
This residential complex seamlessly blends the luxurious lifestyle of a villa with the convenience of apartment living, offering a harmonious balance between privacy and communal living. By creating a multitude of indoor and outdoor spaces designed to intertwine and enhance each other, the design team has ensured that every detail reflects a commitment to excellence while incorporating elements typically found in single-family homes.
The architectural design incorporates materials like wood and light-toned whitewashing to blend the homes with the Mediterranean environment. Large terraces and floor-to-ceiling windows provide a seamless indoor-outdoor experience, supported by a solid structure allowing for garden terraces on each floor. The ribbon-like geometry of the terraces, curved glass parapets, and a wooden pergola atop the building enhance its nautical aesthetic and functionality.
The homes at Village Verde are enhanced by an array of communal areas and services, including serene sand and freshwater swimming pools, outdoor sports zones, indoor heated pools, putting greens, and croquet areas, among other amenities. All of these offerings are nestled within a meticulously preserved natural environment, elevating the complex to a new standard of residential excellence in terms of architecture, quality, and comfort.
Drawing inspiration from the elegant white architecture of southern Spain, the design of Village Verde maximises natural light while effectively managing the heat of Sotogrande's climate. Traditional sun protection techniques, such as whitewashed facades and deep terraces for shade, are seamlessly integrated into the design, evoking the charm of Andalusian porches.
The contemporary design of Village Verde, with a refined palette of white and wood complemented by anthracite accents in the metallic elements, exudes a sense of sophistication while staying deeply rooted in its cultural and historical heritage.
Faced with the challenge of the site's complex topography and diverse biodiversity, the architects at Village Verde achieved a seamless integration of architecture and nature. Not only does the design show respect for the landscape and environmental richness of the area, but it also preserves and highlights the natural beauty, creating a harmonious blend of modern living and the surrounding environment.
Village Verde places a strong emphasis on energy efficiency, utilising high-quality sustainable materials and minimising environmental impact throughout the construction process. This commitment to sustainability has earned the development of the prestigious GOOD category of the BREEAM certificate.
Incorporating sustainable technologies like underfloor heating and aerothermics, along with high-density mineral rock wool cladding for optimal insulation, and a river water recycling system to reduce the building's water footprint, Village Verde is at the forefront of adapting homes to meet the standards of sustainability assessment and certification schemes.
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