In order to do so, the house was stripped back to its barebones. We chose tactile finishes such as textured plaster and reclaimed timber whose imperfections would vibrate with the organic nature of the house.
While keeping in mind the minimalist aspect of the design brief, we still incorporated moments of richness in colour on the second floor. The bathrooms and guest bedrooms embrace a monochromatic design, using texture as a main way of expression.
The ox blood colour Veneziano plaster (with marble powder) in high gloss finish gives an electric atmosphere to the master bathroom, contrasting with the calm of the surroundings and the view over the ocean. The green matching Farrow & Ball’s Yearbridge green is an ode to the jungle visible from the north facade of the house.
Featuring traditional references such as the tatami room, married to modern forms, such as large rectangular windows and curved corners, the house invites silence, meditation and spirituality.
To complement the rich minerality of this house, carrara marble as well as red and beige travertine were used in the bathrooms, bringing understated elegance to the interiors.
Lighting was kept minimal. We wanted the house to stay as natural as possible, so provided a couple of downlights in the areas that needed it for the programme. For the living room, we only installed two fans with lights. The decorative lighting on the other hand was curated by ourselves and the clients. A combination of wall lights, floor lamps and table lamps helped create this dim, dreamy atmosphere.
