Impressive Luxury Villa In Spain With Landscaped Gardens [video]

Located in an enviable position in Sotogrande Bajo, Villa The Hill is a luxury home with dazzling views of the coastline. This is one of the most impressive residences in the Sotogrande development, which is home to some of the most lavish properties in Spain. Created by Ark Architects , this unique villa boasts crisp contemporary architecture. Despite its contemporary design, the villa conveys a classic elegance that oozes sophistication and class. State-of-the-art technology adapts the house to the cutting-edge lifestyle of the 21st century, whilst stylish interiors offer the deepest comfort in design. Outside, lush green landscaping rushes up to the stone walls in shrub and tree-filled beds.

With clean sandy white beaches, abundant forests, horse-filled fields, and glorious views of the sea, Sotogrande is a slice of heaven. It is one of the most upmarket residential resorts in the whole of Europe and is renowned throughout the world. Sotogrande is divided into three distinct areas of luxury villas, with Sotogrande Bajo being located near the coastline.

Villa The Hill is a substantial property that gains privacy on a huge independent plot of land. Surrounded by areas of dense forest, the home feels blissfully secluded and wonderfully peaceful. Faced out to the horizon, the home soaks in panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea.

As we step inside the villa, an impressive double height living room unfolds. Double-banked windows fill the ground floor and an overhanging mezzanine with natural light. A huge sectional sofa draws a solid perimeter around the lounge area. A custom-made area rug completes the zoning.

Two sofa tables display a collection of coffee table books and ornaments. Small side tables are placed intermittently between the sections of the sofa to catch drinks and sundries.

A massive living room chandelier of three parts descends upon the room. The commanding light fixture creates an air of grandeur and a mesmerizing moment of modern design. A pair of coffee tables punctuate the center of the room.

Two ottomans and a small side table make up a relaxed sitting area next to a tranquil modern courtyard design. Smooth, stone-clad pillars surround the square courtyard, which features a majestic gnarled olive tree growing at its core.

The old olive tree is planted beneath a skylight where it may flourish.

A blanket of pure white pebbles covers the raised tree roots and the rest of the courtyard. Rugged boulders are placed around and about to add natural interest.

Moving on into the luxurious kitchen , we meet a bold, gray stone dining island. The kitchen island is a deep volume with storage drawers banked inside. Three modern kitchen bar stools seat three at the black marble countertop.

The stove and sink are installed on the large kitchen island so that the chef may chat more easily with guests sitting at the bar. A second kitchen sink is helpfully situated along the back wall of the kitchen where tea and other beverages are prepared. Open kitchen shelves display an array of ceramics and glassware.

The property boasts a number of swimming pools. This large swimming pool design is located indoors for when the weather isn’t favorable. A sitting area is arranged under an indoor pergola beside the pool. Modern chaise lounges make up a restful spot for sociable conversation or solitary contemplation.

LED strips are installed above the pergola roofline, inside recessed shelves, and around the perimeter of the pool room. The low glow provides soft and atmospheric illumination that suits any time of day.

Bathrooms are luxurious and spa-like. Veined stone cladding meets with rich wood tone and smooth travertine to conjure a luxe look that is stylish yet elegantly timeless. In this bathroom, a fitted bathtub is set up against a floor-to-ceiling window to make the most of the fabulous coastal vista.

The contemporary family home rests neatly in its surroundings. Sotogrande has a very low building density, which allows Mother Nature to dominate.

Between the villa and the coast, impossibly tall palm trees serenade the sky, their silhouettes gently brushing the blue horizon. Clear glass balustrades are erected around the perimeter of the outdoor swimming pool so that the amazing views remain entirely unobstructed. A stone staircase leads down from the outer pool terrace to the tiered gardens below, which are landscaped for privacy.

Up on the paved terrace, an open skyscape reigns. Sections of lush green lawn add color and life to the flat expanse, where an infinity pool appears to plunge over the edge. Stepping stones make a clear path from the water’s edge into the home.

A sweeping driveway travels from the lower road up to the grand entryway of the home. The block-paved approach is wide enough for two vehicles to pass easily, and the driveway wide enough for several vehicles to park.

A perforated overhang causes light play upon the paved driveway, and lightly shades the interior of the home from the beating sun. Curved borders bring elements of the unblemished forest right up to the front door of the home.

Among its other sophisticated amenities, Villa The Hill also includes a home gym where the homeowners and their guests can work out in air-conditioned comfort. As a quiet forest area near the coast, this is also an incredible destination for nature walks and horseback excursions, plus watersports at the beach.

A neoclassical bedroom spells elegance, style, and romance. From deeply decorative coving and chic wall molding to ornate bed frames and eye-catching bedside furniture, these spaces overspill with exquisite detail and bold beauty. It’s easy to jump to an image of a wainscot or boiserie-endowed headboard wall, a French bed, and frilly molding, but there are many ways to translate the neoclassical aesthetic. To help you develop your ideal take on the theme, we’ve put together a gallery of 40 designs with tips and accessories. We’ll tour an array of color palettes, a fabulous line-up of lighting ideas, bespoke bed designs, unusual neoclassical feature walls, striking additions, and quirky twists.

Visualizer:Yurii Chaikovskyi & Nina Semenkova

Make it all about the arches. If you’re lucky enough to have feature windows like these stunning arches , make them the protagonist of the story by keeping the rest of the decor minimal.

Visualizer:法式别墅

In this bedroom design, blue drapes brightly draw focus to the arched windows. A blue headboard wall rounds out the scheme.

Visualizer:Product Wish Design

Meld neoclassical style with modern marble elements. Chic neoclassical elements are superbly complemented by the beauty and clean lines of natural stone interludes.

This marble meld utilizes a marble slab to extend the width of an upholstered headboard design. The result is a divine, layered look that’s custom-fit to the space.

Visualizer:SPECTRUM VIS

Frame it out. Apply wall molding with careful thought. Here, panel molding is arranged to perfectly frame a piece of artwork above the bed and a circle chandelier out in front.

Visualizer:Elemental Design

Classic molding and trendy slats. Combine classic wainscotting with a border of contemporary slatted panels to get the best of both worlds.

Visualizer:Elemental Design

A brief splash of color. A simple bed throw and scatter cushions can make the world of difference to an all-white neoclassical bedroom design. Add contrasting drapes to up the ante.

Visualizer:Ihor Lyakhovskyy

Sharpen a neoclassical bedroom theme with black and white contrast.

Visualizer:Nazerke Zhandildayeva

Make a modern art overlay. This abstract art wall is joyfully complemented by a color-matched upholstered bed .

Visualizer:Jenish Kanani

Increase the sense of space in the bedroom with a mesmerizing mirrored headboard.

Visualizer:Abou Samra Designs

Curate an eye-catching bedroom vignette with a show-stopping upholstered headboard silhouette, quirky artwork, and a unique bedside lamp.

Visualizer:七璞生

It doesn’t take a lot of color to shake up a lack-luster neoclassical backdrop. This elegant bedroom is transformed with a jade green headboard, chandelier, and matching wall sconces .

Visualizer:Livelli Architects

Grow grandeur with oversized elements, like this imposing bedroom chandelier, curved headboard, and golden bedside table lamps.

Designer:Julia Sukhanova; Maxim Tsiabus

Make it all about the ceiling rose.

Visualizer:Ahmed Youssef

A core of color. Employ bright bed upholstery and a contrasting end of bed ottoman to inject color into the heart of a white neoclassical bedroom.

Designer:Anastasia Efimova, Artur Makarov, Pablo Jonattan Pukhno Bermeo, Peter Mironenko, Serdar Yanikov, Silvia Alexandrova| Via:Archdaily

Paint powder blue neoclassical dreams.

Visualizer:Taha Estabar

Go deep into color combinations, like this saturated prussian blue and punchy red showstopper.

Visualizer:Elena Maximovskikh

Create a regal neoclassical bedroom scene with emerald green majesty.

Visualizer:Sergey Sergeyev

Paint a green, white and gray balance. Note how all dark green elements in this scheme are modern pieces, whilst neoclassical elements retain a lighter wash.

Visualizer:Pakynam Gheith

Create strong visuals with tufted furniture. The tufted upholstery method may have been developed to strengthen furniture finishes, but it makes a bold visual too. Consider extending the impact of a tufted bed with a matching tufted sofa .

Visualizer:Sabir Mirizada

Add a glimmer of gold to take your bedroom upmarket.

Visualizer:Sofia Raxdari

Layers of luxe. From a wraparound headboard bejeweled with shimmering bedroom pendant lights to a gold-spliced feature wall behind a bewitching bedroom chandelier , this room has it all going on.

Visualizer:Khulood Ahmed

A golden gallery, lustrous walls, a gleaming chandelier, gold wall sconces, and a gold-infused rug come together to display the Midas touch.

Visualizer:Nazerke Zhandildayeva

Make it mellow with mint and silver.

Visualizer:Harun Kaymaz

Elevate wall molding with scenic panels.

Visualizer:Dalia Yehia

Mix up boiserie walls by introducing mirrored sections and an upholstered headboard wall.

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Another take on the upholstered headboard wall. This time, cream upholstery is teamed with more classic furniture and a unique, oversized crystal chandelier .

Designer:iMax Studio

This bright blue upholstered headboard wall commands the room. A matching blue end of bed bench extends the color theme.

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Add an amazing accent chair, like this sweet whale tail seat.

Designer:Sarah Elnaggar

A triangle of triumph. When choosing an accent color, create a triangle of three points around the room to achieve a cohesive look. In this room, an olive green bed, vanity area, and bedroom chair build a matching set.

Visualizer:Anastasia Korableva

In this example of a three-point cohesive color story, gray furniture sets form the sleep zone, vanity, and bedroom lounge.

Visualizer:Bui Ni

Add arches in your own way. When architectural arches aren’t available, bring in an arched motif via furniture and accessories instead. This modern bed design introduces the theme with an eye-catching arch-shaped headboard, which is complemented by rounded bedroom accent furniture and lighting.

Visualizer:Qusay Abubaker

Add drama with darkness. This bedroom features black paintwork over the walls and ceiling, and dark tiles cover the floor. Mirrored panels cut through the shadowy decor to lift the look.

Visualizer:Andrey Kazakov

Make areas of light contrast in a dark bedroom decor scheme, like this crisp white bed frame .

Visualizer:Mai Trang Nguyen

Contradict decorative wall molding with minimalist wardrobes.

Visualizer:XO Design

Double your design efforts with mirrored wardrobes.

Designer:AQ Interior Design| Visualizer:Ahmad Jayyousi

Put on a light show with a sculptural chandelier.

Visualizer:法式别墅

Add a dash of the unexpected. This unique bedroom design combines neoclassical elegance with a palm tree mural, giving it an unexpected touch of tropical flavor.

Visualizer:Tamara Batsmanova

Freeform elegance. Neoclassical decor can appear formal and rigid. Loosen up the look with a freeform mirror or headboard feature.

Visualizer:Maxim Stavskiy

Erode neoclassical formality with a rugged rock feature wall and “decayed” boiserie.

Dark isn’t the first theme that comes to mind when designing a kitchen. Stereotypical assumptions are of white and bright kitchens matched by light wood—something like the color of breakfast pancakes. Have you ever thought otherwise? Perhaps something like a modern dark kitchen?

We’ve got a collection of stunning spaces sure to switch up your vision. This black kitchen design inspiration is the sexiest interior design can muster. All divulging in shades of black, navy, or dark brown, they add what white kitchens cannot—a seductive allure that says sleekness and sophistication at the same time. Take a peek at some brilliant interiors on the darker side to see if a modern luxury black kitchen could be for you.

Modern Dark Kitchen Design Ideas to Inspire Your Next Renovation

1. Make it an All Black Kitchen

Visualizer:Design At Sketch

Almost completely covered in black, a few minor elements shine in chrome and wood in this kitchen interior. We love how the textures do the talking, especially through the matte table under black wood-panelled walls. But having an open approach like this means that every one of your accessories on display—including knives, wine glasses, mugs, cutting boards, teapots, cookie jars, etc.—need to be on point.

2. Add Wooden Elements

Visualizer:Bogdan Tovstyy

This black beauty edges towards wooden elements. We see a speckled floor, a white wall, and a central bench. Rounded black lamps hover over the island, providing functionality and style. If you’re wondering how visual intrigue is added to this modern black kitchen… a huge credit goes to the abstract art!

3. Complement the Black Kitchen with Orange

Source:Vancouver House

A bit of curve rounds out the hard edges—adding some much-needed warmth. This wave-design bench leads up to an orange-hued enclave in this black-and-silver interior. The burnt orange sure makes a design statement (apart from the unique central island).

4. Keep Your Dark Modern Kitchen Simple

Visualizer:Panda Fox Studios

A simplistic look makes this black kitchen a winner. We see the basics: a light floor, a black minimalist island, and sleek cabinetry. But the contrast between light and dark keeps the ambiance interesting, while the large window welcomes plenty of natural light.

5. Make it Dark… Or Not?

Visualizer:Who Cares Design

If you’re eyeing a dark kitchen aesthetic but are hesitant to make the change, this is it. Introducing more light, this black kitchen is hardly dark at all. Black benches, cabinetry, fixtures and stools are intersected by large-panel windows, a white shelving stand and light flooring.

6. Make Use of Asymmetry in the Black Modern Kitchen

Visualizer:Visual Method

This modern black kitchen takes another angle on this kaleidoscopic space, breaking all spatial boundaries. Black and glass alternate in this chic kitchen as the interesting ceiling design keeps the space unconventional. We’ve also got to appreciate the cherry blossoms, doubling as decor even within the interior.

7. Factor in Some Warmth

Source:Modulnova

This warmer-looking kitchen makes a move to brown. It strategically achieves the purpose with the use of wood. This not only introduces natural textures but also makes the ambiance inviting. Talk about a modern style that’s equal parts welcoming!

8. Place a White Island in a Black Modern Kitchen

Visualizer:Jean Regauer

An instant way to brighten up a dark kitchen (we mean, get the best of both worlds)? This kitchen space shows us how by using a white island on a black floor. The backsplash further enhances this dark-and-light effect, while the cowhide rug adds just the right amount of coziness.

9. Make Marble Your Best Friend

Architect:Chamberlain Javens Architects

If you’re looking to create a modern luxury black kitchen, you know what you’ve got to do: Go big on marble! This natural stone adds the luxe factor to any space, especially as a large, central island, as seen in the kitchen above. You can also add it through the backsplash.

10. Make it Mysterious

Visualizer:Tomek Michalski

You can double the visual intrigue in your all black kitchen by adding some mystery. In this kitchen, mood-lighting sets the scene in black and grey, while a marbled bench acts as the hero. The back inlet and flooring create contrast and depth. Taken together, these elements make the space an interesting one.

11. Layer Gray and Gold

Visualizer:Mitaka Dimov

Black kitchens are cool, but what if we layer in gray and add accents of gold? This stunning kitchen space uses gray flooring to add diversity to the otherwise black palette. The thick gold panel is one way that makes the space look incredibly high-end.

12. Add French Style to Black Kitchen Design

Visualizer:Aeroslon

Make your kitchen both modern and French with traditional black cabinetry. In this space, standing armoires act as sinks, and all other displayed items remain black. The stark white clock can surely act as the focal point of the space!

13. Consider Soft Elements

Visualizer:Julia Sultanova

Rough, light wood and low-hanging white lights set this kitchen interior a world apart. You can also notice a layer of light gray cabinetry, adding variation to the otherwise dark color palette. These elements factor in softness to the black kitchen design.

14. Let the Accessories Do the Talking

Photographer:Mikko Ryhänen

In this black-and-wood creation, the accessories take center stage in adorning the interior. We love the houseplant, but the crockery deserves a special mention for doubling as decor. The light oakwood backdrop further warms the space up.

15. Consider a Matte All Black Kitchen

Visualizer:HDR Designer

Neat square panels perfectly line up to emphasize the stark black minimalism that is at play here. We love how the cabinetry is matte black with no hardware, adding a sense of simplicity. The herb planters are a healthy green addition to bring the otherwise simple space.

16. Add Some Stencilling to Black Kitchens

Visualizer:Julia Sultanova

Fine lines and stencilling set this monochromatic space apart. Lined by black magnetic lights, black stencils and glossy white facades, it makes its mark on a light wooden floor.

17. Build a Shape Out of Black

Visualizer:Huso

18. Create a Modern Dark Kitchen with Gradients

Visualizer:Mario Nogueira

If you’re wondering how the intrigue in this space is working… It’s the gradients from black, to charcoal, to light grey. White surrounds in the walls and a monochromatic hanging light. This clever design technique makes sure the space is anything but boring, even if it’s using mere neutrals (minus the stunning orange dining chairs, of course).

19. Leverage Black Textures

Visualizer:Nefeli Kallianou

One instant way to add interest to a black kitchen is with textures, as seen in this metallic matte kitchen. This accounts for decorative presence in the light and bright space, providing character to an otherwise simple room.

20. Work on the Functionality of the Modern Dark Kitchen

Visualizer:İbrahim Ethem KISACIK

This dark modern kitchen makes sure it’s as functional as is stylish. The central island is paired with a black dining table, while all necessary appliances are fixed into the cabinetry. We also see pendant lights and lighting under the hood providing just the right illumination.

21. Create a Modern Classic All Black Kitchen

Visualizer:A&L Interior Design

Folks seeking an inviting all black kitchen can look towards this modern classic space. It merges contemporary elements (through sleek black cabinetry) with traditional ones (as seen in the wooden backsplash) to bring together the best of both worlds.

22. Put Essentials on Display in Your Modern Black Kitchen Interior

Visualizer:Polygon

Yet another kitchen that uses black and wooden elements to create a dark-themed interior. What sets this one apart is the hanging pans. They do offer easy access as the residents cook, but they also double as decor! (Note how the pans also use black and wooden elements to stay coherent with the theme).

23. Add the Industrial Style to the All Black Kitchen

Via:Emotion School

Industrial style lovers, rejoice! This is THE inspiration to set up your favorite interior design style, the dark way. This kitchen uses rustic wood and exposed elements for the ceiling to create an industrial black kitchen interior.

24. Make a Statement with Black Chunky Lamps

Via:HomePicture.in

All eyes on the two chunky lamps hanging in this monochromatic setting. They do add focus but also allow the contrasting white inset to shine. Not to forget the central island, providing plenty of storage space.

25. Make Room for Keepsakes

Visualizer:Maxim Goryachev

There’s nothing like personalizing your space to who YOU are. This kitchen serves the purpose by adding keepsakes and heirlooms. Also, black leaves room for details, so it’s one of the best colors to use if you’re hoping to display knick-knacks.

26. Use Black to Add Intimacy

Visualizer:Helen Bank

Who says dark colors make small spaces feel smaller? We only see black adding luxury to this compact space (with some credit to the white flooring adding brightness). This kitchen—with black marble backsplash—speaks opulence, and for all the right reasons!

27. Enhance Black Kitchen Design with Patterns

Visualizer:Ksenia Lenski

This black kitchen interior makes a design statement with the patterned marble island. Its sleek metallic legs lift it off the floor, creating an illusion of space. Simultaneously, the textured inset makes sure visual interest is added.

28. Don’t Forget a Black and White Rug

Visualizer:Nada Aboelrous

If you’re not in for a complete kitchen renovation, simply painting your cabinets black and adding a black-and-white patterned rug will achieve the purpose! We love how this kitchen keeps sets the base with white and tops it with black.

29. Let the Lighting Make a Statement in the All Black Kitchen

Architect:Artpartner Architects

When everything else is understated, letting the lighting create a statement is a good idea. This matte black kitchen interior uses rod lighting to do the talking. It sticks to the all black kitchen color scheme, though!

30. Tone it Down

Visualizer:Valeria Mosolova

This open floor plan uses dark gray throughout, showing us that black can work in more spaces than the kitchen 😉 It sure makes a design statement for those cooking and dining—or lounging!

31. Consider a Black and Wooden Bar

Visualizer:Amir Emami

This is the ultimate modern luxury black kitchen! After all, what’s better than displaying your favorite collection of beer right behind the black kitchen island? The low-hanging pendant lights also add to the black kitchen design.

32. Add the Gothic Vibe

Visualizer:Sebastian Lorio

This dark-gray kitchen is super simple with its sleek, hardware-less cabinetry. Well, except the far left end. Here, we see a statement piece of art and intriguing layered lighting created a focal point.

33. Stick to the Minimalist Style for Black Kitchens

Visualizer:Miguel A. Ramos

This compact kitchen space follows the simple rule: white walls paired with black cabinetry and an island. Even in this nook, the space is able to make a style statement while providing optimal functionality. The window here gives a contrasting element of light to the otherwise dark modern kitchen.

34. Layer Lighting in the All Black Kitchen

Visualizer:Tatiana Durnescu

We see shades of gray and black coming together to bring this modern dark kitchen to life. What we especially love is the multiple types of lighting, all layered together to bring visual interest to the space.

35. Set the Backdrop For Your Living Space

Visualizer:Sasha Zolotukhin