Just outside Visby, where the forest meets the sea and open fields extend toward the horizon, a new residential area is taking shape – thoughtfully developed by Jacqueline Raymond. The architectural vision is led by Martina Eriksson, an award-winning architect recognized for creating contemporary designs that blend seamlessly with their natural surroundings.
The development of Salthamn is driven by a clear purpose – a deep respect for nature, architecture, and Gotland. For more than a decade, the area has been carefully shaped by Jacqueline Raymond, whose commitment and attention to detail are evident in every aspect of the project. This is not a commercial exploitation of land – it is a long-term, personal investment in quality and sustainability.
At Salthamn, natural beauty and architectural excellence meet. Through a carefully crafted design framework, future homeowners are invited to build their dream houses – always with respect for the site’s distinctive character, materials, and topography.
Salthamn is a unique and undeveloped coastal area near Visby, with only a few existing residences. Situated along the coastline just south of the Lummelunda Caves, this scenic location offers exceptional natural surroundings. In recent years, Jacqueline Raymond has taken over the family project, and a new and exciting development is now taking shape.
The Salthamn area has been carefully divided into distinct zones – from the sheltered forest heights to open plateaus and gentle slopes offering sweeping views of the sea and horizon. Each part has its own character, yet together they form a cohesive landscape where nature always takes center stage.
Here, contemporary design meets the natural contours of the land. Every plot offers the potential to become something unique – a home that reflects both the spirit of the place and the people who live there.
Building in Salthamn is about more than constructing a house – it’s about becoming part of a greater whole. The design guidelines provide a clear yet generous framework that encourages thoughtful, high-quality architecture in tune with the surrounding landscape.
You are free to choose your own architect and design, always with respect for the site’s character, materials, and scale. The result is a collection of homes, each with its own identity, yet all contributing to the shared essence of Salthamn – untamed beauty, refined simplicity, and an open view toward the future.
The design of Villa Meltem is inspired by the structure of traditional farming communities, where separate volumes serve different purposes and can be heated individually. To the north lies the fire room – a stone volume with a plastered façade. To the south are the sauna and bathing facilities. The central part, built of wood and glass, houses an open-plan kitchen and dining area extending over two floors.
The building is composed of several layers: sliding wooden screens that protect against the wind, a circulation zone, semi-outdoor spaces between volumes, and custom-made glass walls with insulating wool panels from Lomakka. The translucent wool diffuses the natural light beautifully. Even the upstairs bedroom features a wool wall facing north.
Photography: Emma Jönsson Dysell
This house is designed with outdoor spaces that allow nature to grow beneath and around its façades. The surrounding landscape and vegetation are unique to this location, with a rich variety of trees and plant species. The concept is that nature and architecture should complement and strengthen one another — both functionally and aesthetically.
Photography: Emma Jönsson Dysell
Photography: Emma Jönsson Dysell
One of the Stilt Houses – a house type specifically developed for Salthamn.
The building is elevated on pillars, allowing for gentle construction within the sloping terrain without blasting or unnecessary impact on the ground. This approach preserves the natural landscape while giving the house a light, contemporary expression.
Photography: Emma Jönsson Dysell