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Mariola House

- Granada, Spain

A vertical house in Granada, reimagined by Palera Arquitectos, offering a hidden city viewpoint.

Modern white building with people in windows, wooden door, gray stone base, between traditional buildings.

A modern, minimalist white building with two people visible in the windows. The building has a simple facade with a wooden door and gray stone base. It is situated between older, more traditional buildings.

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Mariola House

A vertical house in Granada, reimagined by Palera Arquitectos, offering a hidden city viewpoint. Mariola House the delicate balance between memory and modernity. Situated in Granada, the project by Palera Arquitectos replaces an existing structure, honoring the essence of the original vertical house that overlooked a backyard. The design process was deeply influenced by the memories of the previous owner, resulting in a home that is both nostalgic and contemporary. The staircase is a central feature, designed with a lightweight aesthetic, anchored to the structure through its stringer and railing. This element ascends through the structural openings, reaching for the zenithal light that filters through a skylight crowning the stairwell. The unexpected appearance of the Torre de la Vela of the Alhambra from the roof slab adds an unanticipated layer of connection to the city's historic skyline. Regulations prevented the roof from being developed as an accessible space. However, an operable skylight above the shower ingeniously allows residents to access the roof, offering a discreet vantage point over Granada.

Design Highlights

Lightweight staircase design anchoring to the structure Skylight providing zenithal light Operable skylight offering roof access Connection to Granada's historic skyline

Key Facts

Detail Description
Location Granada, Spain
Architect Palera Arquitectos
Key Feature Hidden city viewpoint
Inspiration Memories of previous owner

Technical summary

Updated 3/16/2026

Finishes

  • exterior: White plaster facade with wooden door and gray stone base.
  • interior: White walls with marble-patterned floors in some areas.

Materials

  • wood — Doors, cabinetry, dining tables, and flooring.
  • glass — Windows, doors, and shower enclosures.
  • plaster — Exterior facade and interior walls.
  • metal — Staircase railings and faucets.
  • marble — Bathroom walls and some flooring.

Construction / Systems

  • structural: The staircase is anchored to the structure through its stringer and railing.

Products

  • Not specified

Palette / Lighting

  • Colors: white, light brown, gray
  • Lighting: Natural light is emphasized through large windows and skylights, creating a bright and minimalist atmosphere.

Images

Modern white building with people in windows, wooden door, gray stone base, between traditional buildings.
Minimalist white building facade with two people looking out from separate windows.
Minimalist white building facade with a balcony and wooden door.
Exterior view of a modern white building with large glass windows showing a brown sofa and a wooden table inside.
Minimalist outdoor area with white wall, door, shadows from a screen, and a stool with a green bottle.
Interior of a modern, minimalist home with a person in the kitchen, a wooden dining table, and a white staircase.
Interior view of a modern living space with a wooden dining table, leather sofa, wooden cabinet, and large glass doors.
Interior view with large glass doors opening to a courtyard, featuring a person standing outside and a leather sofa inside.
Interior view of a room with a large window looking out to a courtyard, featuring a leather sofa and white walls.
Woman standing beside a wooden cabinet in a minimalist room with a white staircase above.
Minimalist interior with white staircase, wooden cabinet, and table with a bowl of dried plants.
Person walking up a white staircase in a modern interior with white walls and marble-patterned floor.
Person ascending a white staircase with vertical railings.
Interior view of a modern white staircase with railings, leading to a skylight, with a small plant on the bottom step.
Interior hallway with white staircase and wooden floor, illuminated by natural light from a window.
Minimalist bedroom with a bed, desk, and window.
Interior view of a white desk and chair in front of a window overlooking rooftops, with a green lamp on the desk.
Person climbing a ladder in a modern bathroom with marble-patterned walls and a glass shower.
Interior hallway with wooden floor and white staircase with railing.
Modern bathroom with wall-mounted wooden vanity, white countertop, black faucets, and marble-patterned tiles.
Interior hallway with white walls and railing leading to a bedroom with a bed and desk.
Interior hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and a metal railing.
Cross-section of a modern house with staircase, children playing on the ground floor, and an adult on the upper level.
Elevation drawing showing a building facade with a window and a balcony.
Floor plan of a rectangular space labeled 'Planta baja' with a kitchen, dining area, living area, and a staircase.
Floor plan of the first floor with rooms and staircase layout.
Floor plan of a building's second floor with two rooms, a bathroom, and a staircase.
Cross-section drawing of a multi-story building with stairs and rooms.
Technical drawing showing various views and measurements of a staircase design.
Axonometric drawing showing a staircase with labeled parts, including steps and railings.

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