conceived as both a brand and an ethos, superhouse intends to create 30 properties around the world for ‘super-rich’ clients. the concept was created by the founder of ström architects, magnus ström, whose idea for limited-edition luxury residences came from working with a renowned naval architect, responsible for designing superyachts.

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all images by the boundary

 

 

superhouse’s mission is to design dwellings with a holistic approach that caters to clients’ individual lifestyles. ‘when a superhouse is commissioned, the investment is not just in a design for a home, it is the design for this lifestyle,’ explains the team. as with a limited edition series of art or watches, there will be only 30 ‘superhouses’ ever created. each property will have its own number engraved somewhere on its façade.

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the home’s 50 meter infinity pool

 

 

shown here, ‘S 00/30’ is located in a private mediterranean bay on a spanish island. the house is accessed via a long winding road through the mountainous landscape, or — more simply — by helicopter. two L-shaped stone walls enclose the dwelling, with two distinct timber volumes containing separate functions. the first contains service elements such as the kitchen, storage, and staff accommodation.

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the house is accessed via a long winding road through the mountainous landscape

 

 

the second volume contains a spa and a gym. here, sliding screens allow the space to open up and connect with the adjacent external areas. a staircase leads to the master suite and four junior suites above, allowing the clients to descend directly for morning exercise and a swim in their 50 meter infinity pool. a private beach with a dock accommodates a yacht and its tender.

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a spiral staircase sits at the heart of the property

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the dwelling offers views out across the mediterranean sea

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a private beach with a dock accommodates a yacht and its tender

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two distinct timber volumes contain separate functions

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‘S 00/30’ is located in a private mediterranean bay on a spanish island

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the residence’s master bedroom

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a fire pit is surrounded by comfortable seating

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it is intended that only 30 superhouses would be created

 

 

project info:

 

company: superhouse
lead designer: magnus ström
dates: unbuilt
awards: american architecture prize (silver in architectural design / residential architecture)

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