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Mercedes and João relax on built-in seating
upholstered in weatherproof fabric.

An artisan-designed double stone sink has
a striking rustic impact in the bathroom.

Canine visitor Pearl hangs out beneath the
property’s original arched doorway.

“WE WANTED TO FIND A HOUSE THAT WE COULD COME
TO ALL YEAR AROUND”~ MERCEDES

WOODEN BEAM Scour your local salvage yards to get the look.

“We love classic Mallorquin pergolas,”
says Mercedes, whose home boasts
two undercover alfresco zones.

WHO LIVES HERE? Mercedes, a homemaker; João, who
works in the renewable energy sector; their children, artist
Victoria, 25, and student João, 21; and Pollock, the dog.
HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR STYLE? Mercedes: “Not
complicated, but different, and as elegant and simple as possible.”
TELL US ABOUT YOUR USE OF GREEN INSIDE. “The green
accent colour is for all the house to blend with the exterior colours
of the surroundings, so it’s calm and integrated in the landscape.”
WHAT’S ONE OF THE MOST STRIKING FEATURES OF THE
PROPERTY? “It’s around 200 years old. And the exterior walls
are more than 80cm in width and all made of rock!”
WHY IS THIS LOCATION PERFECT FOR YOU? “The Serra de
Tramuntana [mountain range] is a World Heritage site. It’s in the
most unspoiled part of Mallorca – and this is why we love it here.”
DESCRIBE A TYPICAL DAY FOR YOU. “Our day usually starts with
an outdoor breakfast, followed by a walk up the mountain with Pollock.
We enjoy the beautiful views of the island and unspoilt scenery. Then,
we usually go out on the boat or stay at home by the pool.”

SOURCE BOOK
INTERIOR DESIGN moredesign.es.

INSIDE STORY
MERCEDES & JOÃO’S HOME

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RIVERSTONE
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See the range
at Eco Outdoor.

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