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Villa Kabru
Itacaré, Brazil
Pure living – at one with the jungle
Villa Kabru is situated on the outskirts of the town of Itacaré, in the south of the state of Bahia. It lies in the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlantîca), which is protected as a UNESCO World Cultural Herit-age site. Villa Kabru blends seamlessly into its paradisiacal surroundings. This hideaway is built on a platform system and the palpable sense of 360 degrees of openness, which is echoed in every detail, is more than just a concept – living in and living with the tropical forest.
Design concept \ spatial configuration
A sequence of diverse rooms on different levels beneath a traditionally folded roof lies at the heart of the design concept and convey the feeling of lightness. The triangular platforms are suited to their specific uses and relate to the environment and to each other in different ways. Steps make the distinction between the various different levels. The platforms rise up to 6 meters above the floor of the Mata Atlantîca. While living in the depths of the tropical forest, residents and guests still feel protected against wild nature.
Construction \ process
Recycled wood (demolition wood) and locally available materials, which can be returned to the ecological cycle (cradle to cradle), were used for the simple structure, which is designed as a three-dimensional, half-timbered, wooden construction. A rough construction manual was draft-ed, based on a virtual 3D model, and then put into action on the site itself by local tradesmen, without the aid of classic construction plans. The link between traditional, local building tech-niques and contemporary design can be seen both in the technical high quality of the wooden structure’s joins, as well as in the natural roof made from interlaced palm leaves (Piacava), whose shape mirrors the local building style.
Furnishings \ fittings
The hideaway, which is available to rent, is not far from the secluded, paradisiacal beaches of the former fishing village and surf mecca, Itacaré (1km). The hideaway consists of an open-fronted living space with kitchen, various hangout terraces, an open living platform, a lockable bedroom with walk-in closet space, terrace shower and a generous bathing area. A swimming pool, inte-grated into the wonderful garden landscape, is also available for use. The furnishings are a mix of contemporary classics and pieces designed by the owner herself. Villa Kabru is fully equipped and ready to offer its guests a unique experience. Nowhere else do luxury and nature meet in this way – unforgettably pure living.
Villa Kabru is situated on the outskirts of the town of Itacaré, in the south of the state of Bahia. It lies in the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlantîca), which is protected as a UNESCO World Cultural Herit-age site. Villa Kabru blends seamlessly into its paradisiacal surroundings. This hideaway is built on a platform system and the palpable sense of 360 degrees of openness, which is echoed in every detail, is more than just a concept – living in and living with the tropical forest.
Design concept \ spatial configuration
A sequence of diverse rooms on different levels beneath a traditionally folded roof lies at the heart of the design concept and convey the feeling of lightness. The triangular platforms are suited to their specific uses and relate to the environment and to each other in different ways. Steps make the distinction between the various different levels. The platforms rise up to 6 meters above the floor of the Mata Atlantîca. While living in the depths of the tropical forest, residents and guests still feel protected against wild nature.
Construction \ process
Recycled wood (demolition wood) and locally available materials, which can be returned to the ecological cycle (cradle to cradle), were used for the simple structure, which is designed as a three-dimensional, half-timbered, wooden construction. A rough construction manual was draft-ed, based on a virtual 3D model, and then put into action on the site itself by local tradesmen, without the aid of classic construction plans. The link between traditional, local building tech-niques and contemporary design can be seen both in the technical high quality of the wooden structure’s joins, as well as in the natural roof made from interlaced palm leaves (Piacava), whose shape mirrors the local building style.
Furnishings \ fittings
The hideaway, which is available to rent, is not far from the secluded, paradisiacal beaches of the former fishing village and surf mecca, Itacaré (1km). The hideaway consists of an open-fronted living space with kitchen, various hangout terraces, an open living platform, a lockable bedroom with walk-in closet space, terrace shower and a generous bathing area. A swimming pool, inte-grated into the wonderful garden landscape, is also available for use. The furnishings are a mix of contemporary classics and pieces designed by the owner herself. Villa Kabru is fully equipped and ready to offer its guests a unique experience. Nowhere else do luxury and nature meet in this way – unforgettably pure living.
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