Kebony dresses the terraces of the HI-Bride Farm, the new project by Patrick El Ouarghi, Philippe Chapelet and Matali Crasset

Patrick El Ouarghi, Philippe Chapelet and Matali Crasset have designed a pop and bucolic retreat in an old farmhouse and its 12th century watchtower. Between heritage and modernity, this new bed and breakfast project focused on agrotourism is spread over twenty hectares of olive groves, vineyards and forest, and is accompanied by a vast vegetable garden. The Norwegian ecological wood brand Kebony contributed to this project by covering several terraces, including one of them, panoramic, built on the roof of the Farm.

Architect and designer Matali Crasset renovated the historic building with a contemporary approach that is instantly recognizable. The goal was to create elegant, bright guest rooms with bathrooms offering breathtaking views, while combining old and new. The architect kept some of the floors, beams and materials, which were combined with new furniture and concrete floors. Raw concrete openings now redesign the facades. A masterful lounge and a friendly kitchen are added to the amenities.

The building has several terraces, designed as places to live, rest and contemplate the fascinating surroundings. For one of them, Kebony wood slats are laid in sequence on an orange painted steel structure, left exposed. Kebony Character slats also cover the panoramic terrace.

"We chose Kebony wood for several reasons. First of all, its longevity is significant, and its ecological technical process is very interesting. It is a material that has already proven itself in Norway. In terms of aesthetics, it retains a very beautiful appearance over time and patinas very well, acquiring a uniform gray. We appreciated its beautiful blade thickness, its large size, as well as its unmarked knots. It is a wood with a low carbon footprint, which stands out with its raw, authentic side, full of character," explain the architects.