Palo Alto

Palo Alto is a low-density residential masterplan set within the terraced hillsides above Marbella, designed to integrate contemporary architecture into a natural Mediterranean setting. Encompassing 50 hectares, the plan responds sensitively to the terrain, preserving long sightlines and native vegetation while creating a coherent village-like composition of homes, shared amenities, and green corridors.

Built forms follow a cascading rhythm that respects the topography, with pedestrian-friendly pathways and car-free interior zones encouraging slow movement and connection with the landscape. A restrained palette. white render, natural stone, and timber. underscores the architectural restraint, while generous terraces and open courtyards extend living spaces outward.

The masterplan is anchored by a central wellness and social hub, complemented by orchards, walking trails, and recreational facilities. The result is a considered interplay of architecture, landscape, and community infrastructure, where built and unbuilt elements are treated with equal care, and the surrounding environment becomes an active participant in daily life.