Nestled in the stunning landscapes of Ronda, the La Almazara Olive Oil Museum, designed by Philippe Starck, connects contemporary architecture with the memory of the place. The project, completed by STARCK Paris & TOUZA Arquitectos Madrid, preserves the original structure of the old mill, combining materials such as stone and wood with clean shapes and simple lines. The large glass surfaces create a smooth transition between interior and exterior, integrating natural light and the landscape as part of the architectural space. The exhibition areas are designed to guide the visitor in a clear and direct manner, incorporating the agricultural tradition in a current and functional context, while the mill remains operational and producing extra virgin olive oil (EVOO).

A key piece of the project is the large sliding enclosure of architectural steel by Ottostumm Mogs, an international reference company in metal carpentry systems. Designed as a mobile boundary between the interior and the outdoor terrace, the enclosure reinforces spatial continuity, expands the exhibition space and integrates the landscape as a scenographic and architectural element.

Photographing this space and the enclosure has been a stimulating and technically demanding process. Direct side lighting was used to adequately show the texture of the steel, and in post-production the rest of the space was integrated respecting the color palette, lighting, and overall ambiance, achieving balanced images and faithful to reality.

The other phase of the project consisted of documenting the building in its entirety through aerial photography. Following the same aesthetic of the interior images, a graphic and minimalist approach was sought, highlighting the shapes and lines that characterize this work by Philippe Starck.

Taking advantage of the flights, some video clips were also produced that complement the promotional, marketing and project documentation material of Ottostumm Mogs.

If you want to know more details, you can consult the project infos on the Ottostumm Mogs website.

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