Villa Arao

Services

Architecture & Interior Design

Project Information

Location

Canggu, Bali

Samma Studio Team

Maria Stephanie

Bagas Dwi Aryanta

Lighting Consultant

Studio Nimmersatt

Structure Consultant

ANSCON Ce

MEP Consultant

Wikenz Studio

Visualization Artist

Dyangga Yureztyo

The design of this residence focuses on creating a harmonious balance between personal comfort, functionality, and a modern, minimalist aesthetic.

Synergizing Human, Space, and Nature

A key objective is to craft a home that feels visually open and spacious while maintaining thermal comfort—ensuring the interiors are neither overly bright nor warm.
To achieve this, the design prioritizes the strategic use of natural light and airflow. Carefully positioned openings and thoughtful spatial arrangements allow daylight to enter without overwhelming the space, while cross-ventilation ensures a constant flow of fresh air. This results in a home that remains cool, comfortable, and energy-efficient, even in warmer months.

The residence also accommodates the client’s need for private spaces, such as a quiet, dedicated workspace and a cozy personal entertainment room. These areas are seamlessly integrated into the overall layout, ensuring they offer a sense of seclusion while maintaining the openness and flow of the more communal spaces. The design ensures these private rooms are functional, comfortable, and intimate, yet never disrupt the harmony of the home’s public areas, creating an overall atmosphere of balance and serenity

TEXTURED WALL

MARBLE

WOOD

Building on the client’s vision, the design places a strong emphasis on achieving a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. This integration is crucial in fostering a unified and cohesive spatial experience, where the boundaries between the two environments feel almost indistinguishable. The aim is to create a flow that allows the natural beauty of the surroundings to become an extension of the home itself.

Adapting to the site’s natural conditions is central to the design process. By minimizing alterations to the landscape, the design works in harmony with the existing topography, preserving the site's inherent character. This approach not only respects the environment but also creates an effortless transition from the interior to the exterior, ensuring that both spaces feel naturally connected.

The building’s orientation and the careful placement of openings are crucial to this vision. Each room is thoughtfully positioned to maximize its functionality and to take full advantage of the site’s unique characteristics. Whether it’s capturing optimal views, allowing for natural ventilation, or enhancing daylight, every element is meticulously considered. This design strategy ensures that while the home is both functional and inviting, the occupants’ privacy is also preserved, creating a comfortable and intimate atmosphere throughout.

The primary focus of this design is to optimize natural light and air circulation while maintaining thermal comfort and preventing the interiors from becoming overly bright or warm. To achieve this, large windows are integrated with modern shading systems that allow natural light to filter in gently, avoiding excessive glare. These thoughtful design solutions ensure that the spaces remain bright and airy without compromising comfort.

In line with the client’s needs, the design incorporates private areas such as a quiet workspace and a personal entertainment room. These spaces are thoughtfully placed within the overall layout, fostering intimacy while ensuring the flow and openness of the communal areas remain undisturbed. The careful integration of these private spaces into the home’s design ensures they serve their intended purpose without disrupting the cohesive atmosphere.

The architecture embraces a modern minimalist style, defined by clean lines and the use of simple, elegant materials. The exterior is characterized by a combination of bright colors that evoke a fresh, spacious feel, while neutral gray elements are subtly woven into the design to provide a sense of stability and balance. These details, from the façade to the structural components, maintain the building’s minimalist character while adding depth and grounding the overall design.

Inside, the use of wood adds warmth and texture to the minimalist interior. The natural wood tones are beautifully paired with white-painted walls, creating a harmonious contrast that enhances both elegance and comfort. This blend of natural materials enriches the spatial experience, creating an inviting and sophisticated atmosphere that feels both modern and intimate.