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A Study in Stone: The Renaissance of a Medieval Castle Garden in Catalonia

An hour and a half north of Barcelona, the medieval town of Peratallada centers on the 10th-century Castillo de Peratallada (now an Airbnb rental). Barcelona studio Mesura restored the gardens using only local materials, preserving ten centuries of history. The grounds span 2,690 square feet of carved stone.

Castle courtyard — The ivy-covered castle comprises several stone buildings around a central courtyard.

Carved stone — Peratallada means “carved stone.” The grounds spread across 250 square meters.

Tiered patios — The castle entrance is two meters below street level; Mesura joined levels with tiered patios.

Acacia and pool — A 100-year-old acacia stands as vertical counterpoint; pool water cascades over concrete ledge.

Travertine marble patio — Patios of Turkish white travertine marble reclaimed from Girona.

Reclaimed stone details — Recycled origin required smaller pieces and difficult carving.

Marble pattern — Eight different pattern blocks of rectangles and squares create a subtle pattern.

Outdoor shower — Outdoor shower of same marble with CNC-cut grooves and drain.

Concrete furniture — Benches, low walls, wet bar of colorless micro concrete with wood-grain details; faucet drains into sloped basin.

Lighting and outlets — Accent lighting and electrical outlets built into concrete furniture.

Winding road — Peratallada reached via winding tree-lined road.

Castle at distance — Castillo de Peratallada at a distance. Rental via Airbnb.

For more Spain, see Where Florists Buy Plants and Finca Son Gener in Mallorca.

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