Interior designers Serge Castella and Jason Flinn breathe new life into a 1970s Catalan landmark perched above the sea. By restoring its original architectural intent and embracing its ship-like character, they transform a timeworn structure into a serene and evocative holiday retreat.
Catalan Icon from the 1970s Gets a Retirement That Reveals Its Ship-like Soul
A Modernist Landmark Reclaimed
Perched dramatically on a rocky outcrop along the Costa Brava, a 1970s architectural icon has been carefully restored into a tranquil holiday retreat by interior designers Serge Castella and Jason Flinn. Originally designed by Estudio BDM, the house is a striking example of Mediterranean modernism—its white geometry and sculptural volumes shaped by wind, sea, and time. Upon first encounter, Castella immediately recognized the home’s significance and potential, describing it simply: “A boat. This house is a boat.”