Villa Saudade: Built Around a 100-Year-Old Cypress Tree

Villa Saudade, a modernist residence in Attard, Malta, is a unique example of how a family of 3 can live in comfort and style within a limited site. Designed by Chris Briffa Architects in 2020, this villa was built around a 100-year-old cypress tree and includes a series of sinuous volumes, a concrete-timber base, and apertures placed on all six sides of the building. By inverting the traditional layout with the sleeping areas located on the lower levels and living areas on the upper levels, the architects provided the family with a cozy and environmentally-friendly home. Read more ...Related:Casa Bottega: A Contemporary Penthouse in Historic VallettaUniting Style and Mood at Doma: A Stone House in MaltaSustainability Meets Style: Koto House in a Remote Scottish Isle