Interior Design Feature:

A Mediterranean Retreat in Marbella with Olivia O. Wickerts

Overview

In Marbella, Spain, OMEO Design has redefined this Mediterranean villa with a renovation that bridges Andalusian heritage and global resort living. The villa maintains its connection to the place while showcasing bold details, from a monumental oak entrance door to a subterranean spa carved like a cenote.

Brand

OMEO Design

Type

Luxury Villa

Location

Marbella, Spain

Services

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Presented by

Olivia O. Wickerts

Olivia Wickerts stands before a luxurious house entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees. The setting conveys elegance and tranquility.

An Entrance with a Presence

The arrival sets the tone. A water feature greets visitors with a sense of calm, linking the exterior with the spa below. Towering palms root the villa in its Andalusian context, while the front door, a 3.3-meter oak portal weighing half a ton, announces grandeur with intention. “It is important to have something majestic at the beginning of a property,” says Olivia O. Wickerts of OMEO Design. “It sets the vibe.”

Sunlit interior with a central staircase, black railing, and a wooden double-door entrance. Two plants flank the doors, creating a serene, airy atmosphere.

Olivia Wickerts stands at the entrance hall of the Mediterranean Villa in Marbella.

Inside the entrance hall, hidden doors lead to guest rooms, a mudroom, and utilities, while making sure the central space remains open and social.

Sunlit atrium with two large geometric chandeliers. Glass ceiling reveals a clear blue sky and palm tree silhouettes, creating a serene, open atmosphere.

Above, a vast dome skylight pours natural light across the ground floor and filters down into the basement.

A Kitchen with Secrets

At the heart of the home, the kitchen unites style with purpose. The porcelain island, more durable than marble, spans over three meters and serves as both workspace and gathering point.

Modern kitchen with a large marble island, pendant lights, and elegant cabinetry. A window with a view of greenery brings natural light into the space.

Modern kitchen with marble island, four beige bar stools, and five hanging spherical lights. Large windows offer a lush garden view, creating an airy ambiance.

Integrated seating looks out onto a vertical herb garden, while appliances hide discreetly behind pocket doors. A concealed breakfast pantry keeps clutter out of sight.

Olivia Wickerts showing us the hidden pantry inside the villa.

Even here, the design holds surprises. Beyond the cabinetry lies a generous walk-in pantry, which turns a potential limitation of storage into a feature. “I always try to create a kitchen that can be both functional and a social hangout,” Olivia explains.

Living with Layers

The adjacent living spaces are both raw and refined. Original Andalusian carpentry has been painted white, keeping ceiling height while refreshing the atmosphere.

Sophisticated living room with white sofas, a wooden coffee table, and bookshelves. Large screen displays ocean scene. Open, airy ambiance.

Elegant living room with a white sofa, beige cushions, and a sleek fireplace. Two wooden bookshelves flanking a large wall art, with soft, natural light entering through a window.

Bespoke oak joinery runs throughout, linking doors, floors, and shelving in a continuous rhythm.

A modern living room with white sofas and a unique central coffee table featuring a broken stone slab. A torso sculpture and books are on the table, with a serene garden outside the open glass doors.

The furniture often tells a story: a coffee table designed to resemble a broken slab of stone fused with carpentry and metal detail; sculptural horses as a nod to Andalusian heritage and pride.

Tropical relaxation scene with a hammock hung between palm trees, surrounded by lush greenery. Sandy area and calm pool evoke a serene, vacation-like atmosphere.

Beyond the living room lies a garden designed as a private beach. White sand, teak and bamboo furnishings, and a hidden palm-framed shower evoke Bali, while a bamboo-ceilinged gazebo offers bar, dining, and lounge spaces. It is a resort experience woven into a private estate.

Outdoor dining area with a wooden table set for a meal, surrounded by wicker chairs. Overhead, wicker lamps hang. Lush greenery and relaxed atmosphere.

Luxurious outdoor lounge and pool bar, featuring a covered seating area with wicker chairs and a bar, surrounded by lush greenery and tall palm trees.

Private Suites and Guest Retreats

The master suite carries this balance of calm and character. Walls finished in off-white micro cement radiate warmth, while bespoke ash oak furniture anchors the space. A four-poster bed reinforces the Bali narrative established outdoors.

A cozy bedroom with a beige canopy bed, soft pillows, and a tan throw. A wooden nightstand holds books and decor. Soft lighting adds warmth and comfort.

Modern walk-in closet with minimalist design features light wood drawers, shelves holding brown bags, hanging white shirts, and a small plant atop a central island.

The suite expands into a suede-lined dressing room and a bathroom layered with textures: carpentry ceilings, antique-tone brassware, and stone tiles chosen for variety and texture.

A compact, elegantly designed bathroom with a modern toilet against a textured wall. Soft lighting and marble flooring create a calm, sophisticated ambiance.

Even the toilet has been designed to recede into the palette with a soft taupe finish.

A cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, soft lighting, and a warm ambiance. A large glass door reveals a view of greenery outside, adding tranquility.

Modern bathroom with a large mirror above a dark marble sink. The countertop has glasses and a vase with greenery. Towels are neatly folded below.

Guest bedrooms continue the theme with subtle variations, including micro cement walls, raffia wallpapered panels, bespoke wardrobes with brass detailing. Each ensuite bathroom introduces a shift in tone, from darker tiles to bronzed shower screens that heighten a sense of luxury.

Modern bedroom with a neatly made bed, white linens, and cushioned headboard. Two pendant lights hang on either side. Soft, natural light from a window.

Modern bathroom with a marble countertop and integrated sink. Bronze faucet, white cabinetry, neatly arranged towels, and decorative bottles add elegance.

A Subterranean World

The basement extends the villa into an entirely different register. An entertainment room styled with curved seating and a suede green sofa channels a 1960s–70s spirit, anchored by personal photographs taken at Woodstock.

Spacious entertainment room with a large, curved green sofa, patterned rug, and modern art on the walls. Warm lighting creates a cozy, inviting atmosphere.

Elegant home bar with a curved, white countertop, four plush bar stools, and hanging modern pendant lights. Shelves with decor and bottles are in the background.

Olivia Wickerts walks toward a glass wine cellar in a modern, warmly lit living space with neutral tones, elegant décor, and cozy seating.

Olivia Wickerts enters a modern glass wine cellar. A decorative horse statue stands on a nearby table.

An adjoining wine-tasting area emphasizes warmth, with separate cellars for red and white.

A serene cenote with textured stone walls. Soft lighting and cascading water from above create a tranquil, spa-like atmosphere.

From here, the villa’s most dramatic feature emerges: a spa conceived as a cenote. When construction discovered immovable structural blocks in the property, OMEO Design transformed them into the foundation for a stone-clad indoor pool with a skylight waterfall.

Olivia Wickerts stands in a bright home gym with exercise equipment and rustic stone walls, creating a stylish, modern atmosphere.

A serene indoor pool enclosed by rocky walls, softly lit with a warm glow, creating a tranquil and inviting atmosphere, with gentle ripples on the water.

Modern sauna room with warm wooden slats, soft ambient lighting, and a folded towel on a bench. The space feels serene and inviting.

A serene indoor oasis features an ice plunge set within stone walls. Lush greenery dangles from above, creating a calming, spa-like ambiance.

The spa also houses a plunge pool, hammam, sauna, and adjacent gym with space for yoga or reading. It is a retreat within a retreat, immersive in both design and atmosphere.

Modern laundry room with a sleek washer and dryer side by side, surrounded by light green cabinets, a white countertop, and a neutral-toned patterned floor.

Hidden Utility, Considered Detail

Even the practical areas have been elevated. A mint-green laundry with terrazzo floor sits discreetly behind wall panels, alongside ample storage.

Olivia Wickerts attire stands between open wooden doors, exuding confidence. She wears a hat, a white shirt, and brown pants. Sunlight filters from outside.

OMEO Design’s Marbella villa is more than a renovation. It is an exploration of how heritage, global influences, and personal storytelling can coexist in architecture. Andalusian carpentry meets Balinese gardens, a cenote spa rests beneath a sunlit dome, and every hidden door reveals another layer of consideration resulting in a villa that feels both rooted in place and expansive in imagination.

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Gallery

The Finer Details.

A wooden arched door with geometric grill design is set within a light brown wall. Soft shadows create a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Minimalist living room with a long beige couch adorned with pastel cushions. Three vintage travel posters hang above. A round table with decor sits on a striped rug, creating a serene ambiance.

Grand wooden double doors in a modern white interior, flanked by tall, narrow mirrors and elegant wall sconces. A black metal railing accents the space.

Contemporary living room with blue built-in shelves, a large framed TV displaying ocean scenery, soft beige couches, and warm natural lighting. Cozy and elegant ambiance.

A tic-tac-toe game board with black pieces is placed on a round, wooden stump. Sunlight casts soft shadows, creating a warm, rustic ambiance.

A cozy study with blue walls features a large map, a plush beige sofa, a blue desk with a brass lamp, and built-in shelves creating a warm atmosphere.

Elegant dining room with a marble table, white chairs, and warm lighting. Minimalist shelves in background hold a collection of white ceramics.

Modern open living room with large pendant lights, a comfortable white seating area, and a wide window view. Cozy and inviting atmosphere.

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