SOLAR

Contemporary and intimate, this house, designed by architect Maurice Padovani, remarkably harmonizes its reinforced concrete structure with the luxuriant garden. A key architectural element of the house is the raw, exposed material: concrete, glass, steel, wood, and cement. Each material is used to its full and natural purpose. The interplay of spaces begins with the meticulous and efficient entrance. Beyond, the refined living room gently reveals a spacious and luminous double-height living area. Here, the custom-designed kitchen, crafted from black MDF and brushed stainless steel, is organized around a central island counter. The magnificent cathedral-style bay window features an automatic blind that provides discreet shade. This monumental opening invites the verdant surroundings into the heart of the home. A bedroom and its en-suite bathroom also comprise this ground floor level. A raw steel staircase leads to the upper level. There, from the open mezzanine office with its custom-built bookshelves, one can see the adjustable wooden louvers that run along the upper terrace, providing natural shade that adapts to the seasons. On this level, two large bedrooms with bay windows open onto this long terrace, where the wooden louvers and decking play with the light from the pool and garden throughout the day. A hallway with storage and a bathroom complete this floor. Outside, a majestic palm tree lends the garden its Mediterranean feel. The various terraces, the heated swimming pool, and the outbuilding create a natural space to be enjoyed year-round in complete privacy. A charming 26 m² studio, self-contained and attached to the house, offers additional sleeping space. A large cellar and a double garage are also part of the property.