Villa Överby is a modern villa in Stockholm, Sweden, with panoramic views of the bay and the evening sun to the west. The fully glazed house was designed by John Robert Nilsson Arkitektkontor. A Gotland limestone-covered concrete base creates continuous flooring inside and outside the house. On the sea-facing side, a large terrace opens onto a sunken pool and recessed seating area. This design provides protection from cold winds.
Modern villa in Stockholm, Sweden
The entrance side of the house has a solid matte-black plastered facade, interrupted by a floor-to-ceiling pivot door. The other facades are fully glazed. The insulated glass unit consists of an outer layer of clear Optiwhite glass and an inner layer of heat-control glass. The boundary between interior and exterior almost seems to disappear. A hidden stainless-steel moat clad in limestone surrounds the house and drains rainwater.
Modern chalet with stunning sea views
The house plan has a simple rectangular shape and is clearly divided into private and social zones. The private area contains bedrooms, bathrooms, and storage, arranged around an open living space. Instead of conventional doors, most openings are ceiling height. The guiding principle of the modern villa was to create a clear, concentrated form in stark contrast with the surrounding landscape.
Glass walls with an unobstructed view
Behind the clean lines is a series of advanced technical systems. Tap water is drawn from the sea and treated in a desalination unit. Underfloor heating, the outdoor pool, and hot water are supplied by a geothermal heat pump. All systems are controlled through a web interface via the Internet or a mobile phone.
Open-plan living
Seating on the terrace
Beautiful night lighting
Wooden stairs lead to water
The house is situated on a rocky hill
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