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Goodbye 80s, Hello 21st Century: Comprehensive Renovation of a Classic Villa in Benahavís

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05/02/2023

Goodbye 80s, Hello 21st Century: Comprehensive Renovation of a Classic Villa in Benahavís

Carlos Gardel sang in his delightful Volver that 20 years is nothing. And he might be right. But certainly not entirely. In our world, the world of construction, 20 years can change everything. And 40, can transport you directly to a new era. A journey we have just made a reality in a classic villa located in the town of Benahavís in Málaga.

There, the teams at Desarrolla have carried out a spectacular comprehensive renovation of a building with approximately 700 square meters of constructed area and over 2,000 square meters of land at the foot of El Paraíso Golf Course.

The single-family home had been built in the 80s with a classic aesthetic. An image that had become somewhat outdated and was in need of an update.

The project by architect Marta Díaz Mateo has succeeded in restoring all the energy to a classic villa that, without losing its original essence, looks as striking as it is functional today.

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GOODBYE 80S, HELLO 21ST CENTURY: COMPREHENSIVE RENOVATION OF A CLASSIC VILLA IN BENAHAVÍS

DESARROLLA has just completed a comprehensive renovation of a classic villa situated at the foot of El Paraíso golf course, in Benahavís

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Complete reorganization of spaces

To shape the performance, Desarrolla's teams have had to modernize all the house's equipment and reorganize the spaces on each floor. From the basement, to the ground and upper floors.

The ground floor of this classic villa features a living room, dining room, family room, kitchen, terraces, five bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, a powder room, laundry room, and storage. All of which are also arranged around a central courtyard.

The image of these spaces appears completely renewed today. To achieve this, it was necessary to replace the exterior carpentry, renovate the bathrooms and flooring in the bedrooms and terraces, and install new air conditioning systems, as well as placing wooden beams and natural stone in areas such as the living room.

Concurrently, Desarrolla proceeded to transform the entire outdoor courtyard by installing a marble fountain complemented by a decor featuring pilasters and powerful lighting.

The new face of a classic villa

On the upper floor, the spectacular room with a living area, dressing room, and bathroom is particularly striking. Everything has been renovated with the installation of wooden beams on the ceilings, the expansion of the dressing room and the bathroom, which now features a jacuzzi, double shower, and a beautiful double stone sink.

Both on the ground floor and on the first floor, the interior design work done by María García, from The Waller, is simply exquisite. The entire design of the furniture, the washbasins, and even the outdoor fountain is her creation, a good taste that enhances the whole building.

And in the basement... A space for culture

Finally, the basement of this classic villa has also undergone a comprehensive renovation. In the past, it housed a gym and staff quarters.

Following the renovation, its uses have been completely transformed. Connections to the garden have been opened up, and the lighting and air conditioning have been fully upgraded, but it is in the emergence of new and modern spaces where the depth of the project is truly perceived.

The basement features an acoustically isolated cinema equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, as well as a gym outfitted with sports flooring and changing rooms. This area is completed with an Italian sauna.

A climate-controlled wine cellar with separate refrigerated spaces for selecting whites and reds, and a two-level lounge with an integrated kitchen, complete a basement that is much more than just that.

Ultimately, a comprehensive renovation of a classic villa that has journeyed into the 21st century with renewed energy. A project we have been delighted to execute, and we would like to take this opportunity to thank the developers, architect, and interior designer for their trust in our services.

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