Can Alma, Palma Altstadt

Can Alma is a newly renovated, one-of-a-kind home that brings a distinctly Nordic design sensibility to the historic fabric of Palma’s old town. Set on the second floor of a traditional stone building, the 178 sqm apartment has been comprehensively reimagined by a Norwegian interior designer. Every element has been carefully curated, balancing clean architectural lines with the warmth and texture of its Mallorcan origins. Soft whites and sand tones, natural cement floors, travertine and white-glazed timber create a calm, tactile material palette, while original windows, glazed doors, exposed ceiling beams and traditional tiled bathroom floors preserve the character of the building. The result is defined as much by feeling as by design: quiet, warm and harmonious, with old and new existing naturally alongside one another. Air conditioning, hot-water heating and underfloor heating in the bathrooms provide contemporary comfort throughout.

Highlights
Historic Old Town setting
Newly renovated in 2023/2024
Ceiling heights up to 3.5 m
Private terrace and French balconies
Bespoke Scandinavian interiors
Original Mallorcan details
Fully furnished with artwork
Custom-made joinery throughout

The floor plan unfolds around a generous central entrance hall, creating a natural separation between the social and private areas of Can Alma. From here, the apartment opens into a spacious kitchen and dining room centred around an island and a large custom-made solid oak dining table. Two balconies, including a charming French-style balcony, bring additional light and a connection to the surrounding old-town architecture. On the opposite side of the entrance hall lies the living room, opening directly onto a generous, sheltered patio terrace; a particularly rare outdoor space in this part of Palma. One of the three bathrooms is positioned alongside the living area.

The three bedrooms are distributed across different parts of the apartment, giving each a sense of privacy and reinforcing the tranquil character of the home. One is reached from the living area, while another adjoins the kitchen and dining space. To the right of the entrance hall, a bright passage with floor-to-ceiling glazing leads to the third bedroom and the more secluded part of the apartment. The larger bedrooms benefit from their own bathrooms, resulting in a total of three bedrooms and three bathrooms. This unusual distribution, combined with windows and glazed doors on several sides, allows daylight to travel deep into the apartment and creates a natural rhythm between open, social spaces and quieter retreats.

Much of Can Alma has been designed specifically for the apartment and crafted by local artisans. Wardrobes, bathroom vanities, kitchen cabinetry and counters read as continuous architectural elements rather than individual pieces of furniture, giving the interior an unusually cohesive feel. The carefully curated mix of furniture combines pieces by Carl Hansen, Gubi and Dusty Deco with selected vintage finds. Lighting includes Fontini switches and dimmable luminaires by Mallorcan studios Contain and Studio Isla as well as Flos. The kitchen is fitted with Siemens appliances, including a 90 cm oven, large fridge and freezer, dishwasher and washer-dryer, together with a Bora hob with integrated extraction. A Sonos system, Wi-Fi and alarm system are already installed. Furniture and artwork are included in the purchase price, with works by Adriana Meunié, Llanatura, Grason Ratowsky, Thomas Sommerin Hoff and Tonia Fuster adding another layer to the home’s distinctly personal character.

Can Alma occupies a traditional old-town building whose natural stone, ochre tones, narrow balconies and historic detailing form part of Palma’s distinctive architectural fabric. Inside, stone steps with colourful ceramic tiles, curved metal railings and an impressive natural-stone basket arch retain the craftsmanship of the original house. Despite its central setting, Can Alma lies on a small and quiet residential street in the eastern part of the old town. Gourmet food shops are just around the corner, natural wine bar CAV. is around five minutes away on foot, while Quadrat, La Rambla and the seafront are all within easy walking distance. Palma airport can be reached by car in approximately 10-15 minutes.