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Places to Live: Mediterranean Villa by Norman Foster

If you’re looking for a peaceful retreat with modern flair, check out Norman Foster’s recent work – a mediterranean villa. Perched high on a rocky cliff, the structure uses natural obstacles to create an interesting architectural concept.

As Adelto reports: “Working within the constraints of an existing tower-like structure situated on a steep site overlooking the Mediterranean, architect Norman Foster created a seven-level, 6,500-square-foot modernist villa. In the living area, an 18-ton angled retractable glass wall and sun louvers allow the inside and the outside to dissolve into one.” Click Read More for additional information and photos.