Villa Río Verde, contemporary Mediterranean living

In Río Verde, between Puerto Banús and central Marbella, this villa reinterprets Andalusian architecture through a modern lens: whitewashed walls, clay roof tiles, timber beams and arches framing a serene interior in shades of stone, linen and oak.

The living room with fireplace opens onto a Provençal-style kitchen with island and breakfast bar, and onto a dining area under wrought-iron chandeliers. Each bedroom has its own bathroom, pairing upholstered headboards and timber wardrobes with marble bathrooms and brass fittings; there is also a separate laundry room.

Outside, life revolves around the pool with its loungers and parasols, a covered porch with outdoor dining and lounge, and a garden of olive trees, lavender and fire pits for summer evenings.