At irg arquitectos we see architecture as a discipline that embraces every space where life unfolds: the building, the interior and the landscape. That is why we design the house and its surroundings as a single whole.
For the design of gardens and outdoor spaces we work alongside Bonsai Menorca. This collaboration allows us to integrate the outdoors from the very first decisions of the project, so that architecture and garden complement and strengthen each other.
We design harmonious gardens that enhance their setting and blend into the island’s landscape. We organise outdoor spaces for living in the open air, in contact with nature, and for enjoying the Mediterranean climate for much of the year. They are places designed for strolling, resting and spending time together in comfort.
Our designs draw on our knowledge of Menorca: we revive local resources such as paret seca dry-stone walls, shelter spaces from the tramontana wind and salt spray with planted windbreaks and walls, and design low-water gardens with rainwater harvesting, which is essential on an island that relies on its aquifers for its water supply.
Planting also works for the house. Well-oriented trees, pergolas and planting provide shade in summer, reduce solar gain and improve thermal comfort, which reduces the need for air conditioning and boosts the building’s energy efficiency.
We care for the environment and water resources with native plants, efficient irrigation and eco-friendly materials. The result is gardens that are more sustainable, need less maintenance and are adapted to the climate of the island of Menorca.
