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The Contemporary Pearl of the Mediterranean

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Sculptured slabs of white stucco embrace the blue Mediterranean skies in La Perla Del Mediterraneo by Spainville.

A dramatic architectural style perfectly reflects its elemental setting.

Surely the Greek gods of ancient fables will ascend these lime-washed stairs to the crest of the craggy mountain.

The structure is centered on a swimming pool jutting out on the second floor.

The placement of the pool creates a view as if from an eagles nest.

But actually, the house is set on a grassed plateau.

Its magic is part of its setting, near the heights of the mythic mountain.

The contemporary home is defined by complex interrelationships between the generous geometric volumes.

The weight of a surprising pergola in cast concrete is opposed by its sprightly white stucco finish.

The white respects the traditional lime-washed architecture of the Mediterranean, but takes the vernacular far into the future.

A pleasing and contemporary space for whiling away timeless Mediterranean summers.