Where architecture meets the Mediterranean horizon
Three contemporary buildings rise in a terraced configuration along the hillside of El Higuerón, each floor set back from the one below to open the view and maximise the depth of the terraces. The geometry is deliberate. White horizontal volumes, warm timber cladding on the facades, and floor-to-ceiling glazing in anthracite aluminium create a visual language that feels considered rather than imposed, a residential complex that reads as architecture rather than development.
Every home is oriented to the southwest or southeast, which means the Mediterranean is a constant presence. Not a backdrop, but a daily reality. Morning light enters through wide sliding doors, the sea holds the horizon from every living space, and the terraces, ranging from 51 to 193 m², become genuine outdoor rooms that function across all seasons. In the garden villas, a private pool extends the living space further still, connecting indoors and outdoors with the kind of ease that makes the boundary between the two feel unnecessary.
The interiors are finished to a standard that reflects care rather than compromise. Large-format 90x90 porcelain floor tiles from Cifre Cerámica or equivalent run throughout, bathrooms are dressed in floor-to-ceiling 120x280 tile with Laufen or equivalent sanitary ware and Hansgrohe or equivalent tapware, and kitchens are equipped with Siemens or equivalent integrated appliances including induction hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher and fridge-freezer. Kitchen cabinetry is by Dica or equivalent with an Inalco porcelain worktop. Jacuzzis from City SPA are standard on most terraces. Built-in wardrobes, motorised blinds in bedrooms, and a Schneider smart home pre-installation complete the specification. Two garage spaces and a storage room are included in the pric
EL HIGUERÓN, BETWEEN FUENGIROLA AND BENALMáDENA
The Higuerón zone occupies a privileged hillside position between Fuengirola and Benalmádena, two of the Costa del Sol's most established and well-connected municipalities. The A-7 motorway provides direct access east toward Málaga and west toward Marbella, and Málaga Airport is approximately 19 km away, a journey of under twenty minutes by car. Fuengirola train station, connecting to Málaga city centre and the airport, is less than five minutes from the site.
Fuengirola itself, 6 km west, offers a working marina, the Miramar shopping centre, international schools and a full range of daily services. Mijas Pueblo, 9 km inland, provides the cultural and gastronomic counterpoint typical of traditional Andalusian village life. Marbella and Puerto Banús are 35 and 42 km to the west respectively, reachable in under thirty minutes.
The Higuerón micro-location combines the practical connectivity of the Costa del Sol corridor with an elevated, naturally landscaped setting that retains genuine tranquillity. The views from the hillside stretch across the coastline toward Africa on clear days, and the surrounding land of over 100,000 m² of sustainable gardens means that the density and noise of the coastal strip feel a long way away.
Floors throughout each home are laid in large-format 90x90 porcelain tile from Cifre Cerámica or equivalent, with non-slip C3 porcelain on all terraces. Bathroom walls are tiled floor to ceiling in 120x280 Cifre Cerámica or equivalent in the shower zones, with smooth white matte paint elsewhere. Illuminated anti-fog mirrors are standard in both bathrooms.
Kitchen furniture is by Dica or equivalent in Latte White or Volcano Grey finish, with a Silk Camel Natural Inalco porcelain worktop at 12mm. Appliances are Siemens or equivalent: iQ700 black induction hob, iQ300 stainless steel oven, integrated microwave, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, and 8kg washing machine. Extraction is by Frecan Nitro 360 ceiling extractor or equivalent. Kitchen sink is Franke BMG 110-48 or equivalent with a Franke Fox-Spray high-spout tap.
Sanitary ware is Laufen Pro or equivalent in white porcelain. Countertop basins are in solid surface from Zenon or equivalent. Tapware and shower fittings are Hansgrohe or equivalent in chrome, with a Raidance fixed shower 260x260 on terraces. City SPA jacuzzis are included on most terraces. Underfloor heating is standard in bathrooms, with optional extension to the rest of the home.
Exterior glazing is Strugal or equivalent aluminium in anthracite grey with thermal break, floor-to-ceiling sliding systems up to 4.5m wide, and Climalit insulating glass. Motorised electric blinds in bedrooms and sitting rooms. Front door is armoured with chrome handles. Built-in wardrobes to 265cm height with textile interior lining.
Air conditioning is centralised ducted via Mitsubishi or equivalent heat pump with aerothermal DHW system. Smart home pre-installation is Schneider Wiser or equivalent. Garage pre-installation for electric vehicle charging. Lifts are Orona or equivalent. Garden villas include a stainless steel outdoor kitchen Marbella or equivalent with 6-burner barbecue, side burner, infrared burner, and 63-litre refrigerator. Energy certificate: A rating.
Personalisation and interior design service
Each residence can be tailored to the owner's preferences through a dedicated interior design and home customisation service available to all buyers. The scope of customisation covers surface finishes and coatings, lighting design, internal wall modifications, layout adjustments, furniture packages, styling, and integrated home automation. The programme operates at multiple levels of investment and involvement, from material selections within the standard specification to comprehensive bespoke interior projects. The goal in each case is the same: a finished home that feels genuinely personal rather than generically delivered.
Responsible design and long-term value
AURA Higuerón Fase 2 holds an A energy rating, the result of considered decisions around orientation, facade and roof insulation, low-emissivity glazing, aerothermal hot water production, and the use of high-quality materials that perform well over time. The south and southwest orientation of all homes, combined with the terraced architectural form that maximises natural ventilation and cross-flow, means that the buildings work with the Mediterranean climate rather than against it. Natural and mechanical ventilation systems ensure permanent air renewal throughout each home. These are not marketing claims but technical outcomes documented in the project specification.
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Thomas te Raaij
Thomas te Raaij is a Personal Property Advisor in Greater Malaga with over five years’ experience in Dutch and Spanish real estate markets. Combining Dutch precision, certified expertise and in-depth local knowledge, Thomas delivers client-first advisory for HNW and UHNW buyers seeking opportunities in Fuengirola, Mijas, Málaga, Granada and beyond. He guides clients through acquisition, due diligence, negotiation, and discreet buyer representation, ensuring efficient, transparent and stress-free transactions. Thomas is recognized for proactive service, strong ethical values and a holistic approach that prioritizes trust, seamless relocation and truly personalized guidance.
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