The rise of sustainable luxury developments in Marbella
Increasingly, buyers want to invest in sustainable homes and developers are responding with innovative projects that blend luxury with eco-consciousness
Sustainable luxury living: eco-friendly developments in the Marbella area
In recent years, the Costa del Sol has experienced a notable shift in its luxury real estate market. Sustainability has become a priority, a key factor in the development of some of Marbella’s most exclusive new developments.
Investors and homebuyers are increasingly demanding properties that combine a luxury lifestyle with environmental responsibility, and developers are responding with sustainable luxury developments that seamlessly blend opulence and eco-consciousness.
When it comes to luxury living, climate consideration has become central in property decisions. For those seeking their place in the sun, the Costa del Sol's new sustainable luxury developments offer more than just a home – they offer participation in a more sustainable future for this beloved Mediterranean paradise.
The Sky Marbella has energy-efficient HVAC systems
The Sky Marbella is an exclusive development comprising 50 luxury apartments and 16 villas, designed by Málaga-based Teodoro Cabrilla Studio. The apartments, ranging from 2 to 4 bedrooms, feature private pools and access to amenities like a social club, indoor pool, gym, spa, co-working spaces, and a padel court. The villas, designed by Manuel Burgos, offer 5 to 6 bedrooms, private infinity pools, spas, cinemas, entertainment rooms, and wine cellars. Sustainability is integral to the design, with energy-efficient HVAC systems that minimise energy usage without the need for solar panels.
The View Marbella, with Class A energy efficient rating
Situated in the La Alborada area of Benahavís, the exclusive development The View Marbella by Wilma Sierra Blanca offers apartments with a Class A energy efficiency rating. The design incorporates the Sismo Building Technology system, enhancing insulation and reducing energy consumption by over 35%. Renewable energy sources like solar panels and aerothermal systems provide heating, cooling, and hot water. The development also boasts a 5-star spa and wellness center, including a 25-meter indoor pool, gym, sauna, and Turkish bath, all designed with sustainability in mind.
Vista Lago Residences is designed for maximum energy efficiency
Vista Lago Residences, developed by BRIGHT, is located in the 200-hectare Real de la Quinta resort, the first in Spain to obtain a BREEAM infrastructure certificate. The exclusive development itself is applying for BREEAM Certification for the design phase – aiming to get the “Excellent” rating. Each villa is designed for maximum energy efficiency, featuring 8kW photovoltaic installations, aerothermal systems, and advanced insulation. Water conservation is addressed through greywater treatment, rainwater harvesting, and efficient irrigation systems. The villas also offer smart home technology, organic gardens, and are constructed with eco-friendly materials, ensuring a harmonious blend of luxury and sustainability.
Residents can enjoy all the facilities of Real de la Quinta – a 35,000m2 lake where you can enjoy non-motorised water sports such as kayaking, swimming, paddleboarding and rowing, a golf course encirling the lake, a clubhouse with exclusive restaurant & bar, a wellness centre, tennis and paddle courts and much more. Views are exeptional, stretching all the way across the Mediterranean to Gibraltar and the African coastline beyond.
Palo Alto is located just north of Marbella centre
Palo Alto is a gated community nestled in the hills of Ojén, just north of Marbella centre. Spanning 50 hectares, only 20 hectares are developed, preserving the natural surroundings. The exclusive development has committed itself to an almost 90% reduction in air pollution and a green ethos, with BREEAM certification very much the aim.
The development comprises 160 apartments and penthouses across four contemporary complexes: Los Pinsapos, Las Jacarandas, Los Almendros, and Los Eucaliptos. Residents enjoy amenities such as a health club with spa and gym, co-working spaces, a farmers' market, equestrian facilities, and concierge services. The homes, ranging from 2 to 4 bedrooms, offer panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea and the Sierra de las Nieves mountains.
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Spain’s regulatory landscape
As Spain implements increasingly stringent building regulations aligned with EU sustainability goals and consumer awareness grows, we can expect eco-friendly design to become the standard rather than the exception in luxury real estate.
The Costa del Sol is ideally positioned to meet and exceed the EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive
Spain's implementation of the EU Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) will require all new buildings to be nearly zero-energy buildings (nZEBs) by 2026. The Costa del Sol, with its abundant sunshine and mild climate, is ideally positioned to meet and exceed these standards through passive design and renewable energy.
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