Villa Soul
An Organic Jewel Framed by Light, Sea and Texture
Set within the coastal enclave of Los Monteros in Marbella, Villa Soul by Arturo Montilla Arquitectos reveals itself as a residence sculpted in quiet dialogue with its landscape. Informed by the rhythms of the Mediterranean and the understated ethos of boho-wabi-sabi design, the project unfolds as an architectural meditation on calm, fluidity and light.
From inception, the house emerged from a close collaboration between the architectural studio and a forward-thinking international development team. The result is a home that forgoes excess in favour of authenticity—a
refined spatial composition defined by sensory harmony and material restraint. Conceived as a continuous organism, the architecture of Villa Soul is marked by soft curves, monolithic surfaces and natural microcements in subdued tones. These materials and forms, deliberately muted, frame a spatial experience that is serene yet intentional. The interior plan centres around an expansive open living space where a double-height corner window dematerialises the threshold between interior and exterior, allowing the light, air and textures of the coast to inhabit the space.
Set on a 1,200 m2 plot, the villa is organised across three levels. The 270 m2 basement offers an introspective retreat: a wellness zone that includes a meditation room, gym, home office, speakeasy and guest suite. Above, the main and upper floors span 400 m2, articulated through seven ensuite bedrooms, a library, and interconnected social areas. A rooftop pool and bar crown the home— an elevated sanctuary that captures panoramic sea views and evening breezes.
The outdoor program is anchored by a 100 m2 L-shaped pool, embraced by terraces, planters and vertical gardens. Nature, here, is not a backdrop but a participant—modulating temperature, filtering light, and mediating the boundary between architecture and landscape. This integration gives rise to a nuanced microclimate and a continual visual softness. Environmental performance is foundational to the project’s vision. Passive design strategies are complemented by active technologies: high-efficiency glazing, insulation systems, solar panels and a smart climate control infrastructure. A rainwater harvesting system supports irrigation, reinforcing a philosophy of ecological balance.
