In the rolling hills of Ronda, Spain, Philippe Starck has reimagined the olive oil mill with LA Almazara, a striking 30-meter-tall red cube that fuses ancient tradition with bold surrealist design.
We’ve always loved Starck’s unique approach to design, and we’re thrilled his trademark touch is still very much alive and well. This decidedly ‘far-out’ design isn’t for everyone, but it clearly makes a deep impression, and feels truly novel.
Adorned with dramatic elements like a giant steel bull’s horn and a concrete eye emitting black smoke, the mill is a statement of Andalusian heritage transformed into a modern cultural landmark.
Inside, visitors are immersed in the world of olive oil through a museum, tasting rooms, and a restaurant.
A terrace suspended by massive chains offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, blending industrial ingenuity with natural beauty. Functioning as a fully operational olive press, it’s also a space for events and discovery.
Starck describes the project as “a great slap that awakens and moves,” celebrating the timeless artistry of olive oil production while pushing unique boundaries of architecture and design.
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2 Comments
Someone else will find delight in what you have made.
Personally I don’t like it. Not to my taste.
I will still look forward to seeng more of your work that will admaze and delight me.
The form is fascinating. The function of the design is wasted space