An hour from Barcelona, ​​where the sea and the mountains meet, lies the farmhouse of Stefan Keller, an engineer, and Raya Hauri, an architect. Two nature and art lovers who found in this century-old house the perfect refuge for their passions and their riding school.

Moving to this farmhouse didn't just represent a change of scenery. They required a renovated space that maintained the historical essence of the place. They longed for spacious rooms, a modern kitchen, and multifunctional spaces that would accommodate their daily and work lives.

The renovation foregrounded the combination of traditional and contemporary. A sustainable approach was chosen, favoring authentic materials such as stone, lime, and terracotta. In addition, original elements of the farmhouse were salvaged, from windows to tiles and marble slabs, demonstrating a deep appreciation for authenticity.

The formerly segmented kitchen gave way to an open design. They added a hallway and a storage area, turning this area into the home's central hub. Smokey Blue linoleum takes center stage in the room, lending an air of sophistication and contrasting with the original stone sink salvaged during the renovation. An eco-friendly and sustainable material, linoleum aligns with the vision of the "temporary caretakers of the house," as they prefer to be called.

In the bedroom, they renovated the roof, reusing old beams and tiles, and using tiles from a neighboring factory to improve insulation. Stone walls and wooden beams evoke the history of the farmhouse.

This renovation is an ode to the harmony between past and present. Stefan and Raya have created a space that respects history and is adapted to their current needs, leaving a testament to nature, sustainability, art, and beauty.