Casa Flash Art, a villa rental in Puglia

Minimalism Meets Brutalism

Offering spectacular views of the sea near Ostuni from its naturally light-infused, glass-enclosed volumes, this minimalist-meets-brutalist villa in the countryside stands as an immersive architectural experience meant to meld into the vibrant Apulian landscape.

Four en-suite bedrooms accommodate eight guests, and the home’s abundance of glass and common indoor-outdoor living spaces define a space that was designed for all seasons. Breathtaking sea views are framed by floor-to-ceiling glass, and the home is geometric and intentionally spare, a minimalist modern space where raw natural materials such as smooth concrete are allowed to shine. The kitchen features state-of-the-art appliances, and contemporary art splashes the otherwise monochromatic structure with color and refinement.

Experiences

Stays include a daily breakfast prepared with fresh local produce and a selection of services such as private lunches and dinners, pizza nights, guided excursions, boat trips, yoga and massage services, and driver hire.

Around

Ostuni makes a great base for exploring Apulian food and wine culture. The property’s management has created a local guidebook for regional day trips and recommended nights out, with high points in Ostuni itself including the town’s famed, UNESCO-classified “White Village” architecture, the sunlit views of the surrounding hilly countryside, the striking central cathedral, and the town’s tight, whitewashed alleyways.

Nearby Carovigno and Ceglie Messapica are have a great gastronomic heritage, and seaside “must visits” for seafood include Miramare Da Michele in Torre Santa Sabina, as well as Principe Del Mare and Momò in Savelletri. Architectural tourism destinations include Locorotondo village for its classified white houses, UNESCO-designated Alberobello, distinguished by its thousands of cute, cone-topped trulli, and Martina Franca, with its stately Baroque facades. Creatives will want to head to Grottaglie’s ceramic studios and workshops, and outdoor enthusiasts shouldn’t miss the Torre Pozella and Torre Guaceto nature reserves, ideal for hiking, birdwatching, and enjoying the beauty of the Ionian Sea.