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Opatija, Croatia
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JM House
Opatija, Croatia
At the gates of Abbazia (Opatija), on a small Istrian promontory, stands an architectural project conceived as an eye overlooking the vast panorama of the Kvarner Gulf. The design philosophy develops in synergy with the existing plot and intertwines with the client’s aspirations, seeking to capture the essence of their vision. Thus, a harmonious dialogue is established between nature and urbanity—a play of solids and voids, where transparency merges with materiality.
The building presents itself as a simple volume that integrates with the site’s natural slope, with an urban core extending behind it and an infinite horizon opening towards the Adriatic Sea. This connection becomes the focal point of the project, characterized by a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability—both in terms of technical systems and in the selection of materials in harmony with the surrounding landscape.
The client, professionally active in the nautical world, wanted teak wood to be the beating heart of the home. The structure unfolds over two levels, accessible from different elevations of the terrain. The ground floor, surrounded by a lush garden, welcomes guests into a large foyer finished in bronze resin, which highlights the staircase clad in travertine-effect ceramic and teak wood. Adjacent to the foyer, a sand-toned fabric-effect wallpapered wall introduces the wellness area, a tavern, and a guest bathroom.
The double height of the staircase maintains material consistency, connecting the various levels. A central teak totem, softly backlit, plays a crucial role in emphasizing the verticality of the space and further linking the environments.
The upper floor, accessible only on foot, is designed as an open space where large windows dissolve the boundaries between inside and outside, merging the home with the terrace. The three-sided fireplace—the sole transverse volume defining this area—separates the living, dining, and kitchen zones from the workspace. Carefully designed, this element becomes a gathering point: a convivial area, TV corner, and library, creating a true refuge for the soul.
On this level as well, travertine and Burma teak extend seamlessly across floors and walls, creating spatial synergy and continuity. The alternating layout of the two materials generates depth, while flush doors and backlighting establish a rhythm echoing the illuminated recesses of the exterior façade. In this vision of integration between interior and exterior, the teak flooring extends onto the terrace, creating a bridge that guides the gaze from the entrance to the horizon. The dining area and its table naturally expand outdoors, thanks to large sliding windows with aluminum frames embedded in the ceiling slab.
The outdoor pool, set into the terrace, is entirely clad in mosaic. The tiles were designed and arranged to create a sharp contrast with the Istrian stone paving, yet through their carefully composed blue matrices, they visually merge with the sea’s hues.
Adjacent to the living area, a large teak-clad walk-in wardrobe acts as a filter leading to the master bedroom, where deep blue shades begin to emerge. The bedroom itself, dominated by tones of blue evoking the horizon and the pool, forms a striking contrast with the wooden floor. This contrast is gently softened by wallpaper in two shades of sand, producing a visual harmony that invites relaxation.
The master bathroom, accessed through the wardrobe that serves as a hinge space, features a spacious, longitudinal layout. The teak flooring is paired with unconventional materials such as concrete and basalt, visually dividing the space into three distinct areas: washbasin, passage, and bath/shower zone. The freestanding bathtub and white-finish okite sink elegantly emerge from the dark surroundings, echoing the architectural language of the home’s volumes and conferring a sense of refined functionality.
The upper floor is completed by two additional bedrooms, each with a private bathroom, and a guest bathroom.
The building presents itself as a simple volume that integrates with the site’s natural slope, with an urban core extending behind it and an infinite horizon opening towards the Adriatic Sea. This connection becomes the focal point of the project, characterized by a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability—both in terms of technical systems and in the selection of materials in harmony with the surrounding landscape.
The client, professionally active in the nautical world, wanted teak wood to be the beating heart of the home. The structure unfolds over two levels, accessible from different elevations of the terrain. The ground floor, surrounded by a lush garden, welcomes guests into a large foyer finished in bronze resin, which highlights the staircase clad in travertine-effect ceramic and teak wood. Adjacent to the foyer, a sand-toned fabric-effect wallpapered wall introduces the wellness area, a tavern, and a guest bathroom.
The double height of the staircase maintains material consistency, connecting the various levels. A central teak totem, softly backlit, plays a crucial role in emphasizing the verticality of the space and further linking the environments.
The upper floor, accessible only on foot, is designed as an open space where large windows dissolve the boundaries between inside and outside, merging the home with the terrace. The three-sided fireplace—the sole transverse volume defining this area—separates the living, dining, and kitchen zones from the workspace. Carefully designed, this element becomes a gathering point: a convivial area, TV corner, and library, creating a true refuge for the soul.
On this level as well, travertine and Burma teak extend seamlessly across floors and walls, creating spatial synergy and continuity. The alternating layout of the two materials generates depth, while flush doors and backlighting establish a rhythm echoing the illuminated recesses of the exterior façade. In this vision of integration between interior and exterior, the teak flooring extends onto the terrace, creating a bridge that guides the gaze from the entrance to the horizon. The dining area and its table naturally expand outdoors, thanks to large sliding windows with aluminum frames embedded in the ceiling slab.
The outdoor pool, set into the terrace, is entirely clad in mosaic. The tiles were designed and arranged to create a sharp contrast with the Istrian stone paving, yet through their carefully composed blue matrices, they visually merge with the sea’s hues.
Adjacent to the living area, a large teak-clad walk-in wardrobe acts as a filter leading to the master bedroom, where deep blue shades begin to emerge. The bedroom itself, dominated by tones of blue evoking the horizon and the pool, forms a striking contrast with the wooden floor. This contrast is gently softened by wallpaper in two shades of sand, producing a visual harmony that invites relaxation.
The master bathroom, accessed through the wardrobe that serves as a hinge space, features a spacious, longitudinal layout. The teak flooring is paired with unconventional materials such as concrete and basalt, visually dividing the space into three distinct areas: washbasin, passage, and bath/shower zone. The freestanding bathtub and white-finish okite sink elegantly emerge from the dark surroundings, echoing the architectural language of the home’s volumes and conferring a sense of refined functionality.
The upper floor is completed by two additional bedrooms, each with a private bathroom, and a guest bathroom.
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