Surrounded by the enchanting landscape of the Catalan Coast, “MED” is the apartment owned by a painter and recently renovated by Maribel Caballero and Ismael Barajas of the Círculo Cuadrado studio. The renovation took place with total respect for the pre-existing architectural elements, such as the typical Catalan vaulted ceiling or the wooden front door – involving a complete rethinking of the layout to optimize the provision of natural light in the most lived-in areas of the house. 

MED spreads over two levels. The living area is designed in an open-space layout, while the large sleeping area is accompanied by the owner’s creative atelier. Two captivating internal patios enhance the space. One with a dining area in exposed brick and micro- cement, featuring a covered and air-conditioned swimming pool. The second leads to the atelier and terrace, also equipped with a steel and ceramic pool, polarizing the spaces and offering secluded and very intimate open-air views. The Mediterranean style of the interior is conveyed through a multitude of factors, primarily the choice of materials and colors. The white walls and some of the furnishings emphasize the contrasts given by the wooden floors, the terracotta ceiling and the natural fiber of the intricately woven lamps – crafted by local artisans – as well as all the patterns in glass, wood, ceramic and linen. These elements are arranged around a palette of neutral or earthy tones, reminiscent of the Catalan landscape, with occasional touches of a cool sea blue in the bathroom area. The stylistic signature is typical of the Iberian Peninsula, combining contemporary accessories with salvaged elements that tell the story of the place.