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Scorpio House by Veluvana Bali
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Other Projects by Studio WNA
Scorpio House by Veluvana Bali
Bali, Indonesia
Firm
Type
STATUS
Built
YEAR
2022
SIZE
0 sqft - 1000 sqft
BUDGET
$50K - 100K
Due to its magnificent natural beauty and distinct local culture, Bali has drawn tourists from all over the world. The need for lodging drives tremendous growth in the construction sector. Now, structures appear in diverse locations to accommodate the millions of tourists that frequent this resort island. Hotels, villas, and restaurants are being erected on beaches, in towns, and in the highlands. The contemporary square design and vast size contrast with the organic, natural features. Large-scale industrial materials litter the countryside, endangering its preservation. Tourism growth has an influence on sustainability since it necessitates the use of more and more products that are harmful to the environment.
Studio WNA have built a number of accommodations on the island using bamboo and other organic materials, enhancing its natural beauty while conserving its sustainability for future generations. One of the residences is a one-bedroom building called the Scorpio House.
This inn is situated on the outskirts of the Sidemen valley, with views of Mount Agung, the top of which is veiled in mist. The semi-open form of this house allows guests to enjoy valley and mountain vistas. The roof, which resembles a split dome, dominates the form. The space is divided into two levels below to enhance the view of the outside. Mountain vistas are available to everyone in the building from both the lower and upper floors.
The lower floor is meant to seem like a natural cave and includes a swimming pool and support rooms. Meanwhile, on the second level is a more private room with a bed facing the view. The two rooms are connected despite being on different floors.
During a time when visual impressions ruled social media, architectural works usually included distinct and stunning shapes that made them easier to recall. Those who observe the construction on their mobile or tablet devices are drawn to such structures. However, because numerous buildings were erected with identical principles, remembering them for their distinctiveness is becoming more difficult.
One of the design elements employed in this work is to produce a form that is easy to recall. But it goes far further than that, providing each user with a sense of spaciousness. Its goal extends beyond simply capturing consumers' attention on social networking platforms. It is believed that because the spatial experience is received through more senses, it will remain longer in the individual's consciousness.
Using this notion as a basis, Scorpio House is built in an organic way to create a holistic experience that begins when one arrives, continues while dwelling there, and thoroughly explores all of its interior and outside regions. Despite the fact that the final organic form is in line with natural forms, it has a pleasant and inviting atmosphere.
The rooms on the top and lower floors are constructed without walls. The barrier merely serves to divide the internal and exterior spaces. As a consequence, the floor looks to be open and vast. On the upper floor, in addition to the bed, there is a dining table for two people and a sofa set up as a sitting space. This openness provides for a great deal of versatility in activities.
Meanwhile, many buildings with unusual shapes are constructed using industrial materials, resulting in shapes that might be intimidating. The entire building construction is composed of bamboo. The outside covering is comprised of thin sheets of hardwood that are resistant to weather, particularly sunburn and tropical rains. All natural materials taken from the surrounding area are collected, preserved, chopped, and assembled by local artisans. The building's skeleton is made of bamboo that has been curled to form a roof and a unified wall. This draws attention to the cave-like shape that is only open in one direction. The shape also resembles a scorpion shell, which gives rise to the villa's name.
The use of bamboo materials does not stop at the main structure but continues to the furniture. Sofas, chairs and beds are all made of bamboo. Especially for the bed, it is equipped with a kind of cover made of braided bamboo artwork which creates the impression of being enclosed.
A strong sense of oneness with nature is also created from all the villa facilities. The turquoise swimming pool is designed in the form and finishing of organic surfaces that tend to be rough. It is similar to a natural cave in the karst hills. Two holes in the middle of the pond function as sunken seats. A swing is available when we want to enjoy the view from above the pool without getting wet.
The natural attraction of the east, orientalism, is one that is sought after by tourists. Nature that is still wild, tropical forests, rivers and heavy rains are things one can imagine to be found in non-western areas. That imagination is realized in this project through a completely open outdoor shower design. Privacy when bathing is provided through a curtain hung on a pole. Washing your body under a shower surrounded by tropical forests can be a pleasant experience.
The overall design reinforces the natural vista that is presented before our eyes, while the use of environmentally friendly materials ensures that the presence of this facility continues to ensure the sustainability of Bali as an area that continues to evolve as more and more visitors come. This is an alternative to current development tendencies that have made contemporary construction practices the norm. Its modest size also condemns the massive and boxy buildings that can be found around the island.
Being in this villa puts us closer to nature, reminding us that we are an inherent component of the universe's other parts. There is no longer a distinction between human and animal and plant space. Everything works together to build a natural environment. The realization that humans are a part of the natural world might boost their inner urge to perform sensibly in everyday life. The experiences obtained while staying at Scorpio House will be taken back to their respective home countries.
Narration by
I Nyoman Gede Maha Putra, Ph.D.
Photos by @wanderskyy & @veluvanaBali
Studio WNA have built a number of accommodations on the island using bamboo and other organic materials, enhancing its natural beauty while conserving its sustainability for future generations. One of the residences is a one-bedroom building called the Scorpio House.
This inn is situated on the outskirts of the Sidemen valley, with views of Mount Agung, the top of which is veiled in mist. The semi-open form of this house allows guests to enjoy valley and mountain vistas. The roof, which resembles a split dome, dominates the form. The space is divided into two levels below to enhance the view of the outside. Mountain vistas are available to everyone in the building from both the lower and upper floors.
The lower floor is meant to seem like a natural cave and includes a swimming pool and support rooms. Meanwhile, on the second level is a more private room with a bed facing the view. The two rooms are connected despite being on different floors.
During a time when visual impressions ruled social media, architectural works usually included distinct and stunning shapes that made them easier to recall. Those who observe the construction on their mobile or tablet devices are drawn to such structures. However, because numerous buildings were erected with identical principles, remembering them for their distinctiveness is becoming more difficult.
One of the design elements employed in this work is to produce a form that is easy to recall. But it goes far further than that, providing each user with a sense of spaciousness. Its goal extends beyond simply capturing consumers' attention on social networking platforms. It is believed that because the spatial experience is received through more senses, it will remain longer in the individual's consciousness.
Using this notion as a basis, Scorpio House is built in an organic way to create a holistic experience that begins when one arrives, continues while dwelling there, and thoroughly explores all of its interior and outside regions. Despite the fact that the final organic form is in line with natural forms, it has a pleasant and inviting atmosphere.
The rooms on the top and lower floors are constructed without walls. The barrier merely serves to divide the internal and exterior spaces. As a consequence, the floor looks to be open and vast. On the upper floor, in addition to the bed, there is a dining table for two people and a sofa set up as a sitting space. This openness provides for a great deal of versatility in activities.
Meanwhile, many buildings with unusual shapes are constructed using industrial materials, resulting in shapes that might be intimidating. The entire building construction is composed of bamboo. The outside covering is comprised of thin sheets of hardwood that are resistant to weather, particularly sunburn and tropical rains. All natural materials taken from the surrounding area are collected, preserved, chopped, and assembled by local artisans. The building's skeleton is made of bamboo that has been curled to form a roof and a unified wall. This draws attention to the cave-like shape that is only open in one direction. The shape also resembles a scorpion shell, which gives rise to the villa's name.
The use of bamboo materials does not stop at the main structure but continues to the furniture. Sofas, chairs and beds are all made of bamboo. Especially for the bed, it is equipped with a kind of cover made of braided bamboo artwork which creates the impression of being enclosed.
A strong sense of oneness with nature is also created from all the villa facilities. The turquoise swimming pool is designed in the form and finishing of organic surfaces that tend to be rough. It is similar to a natural cave in the karst hills. Two holes in the middle of the pond function as sunken seats. A swing is available when we want to enjoy the view from above the pool without getting wet.
The natural attraction of the east, orientalism, is one that is sought after by tourists. Nature that is still wild, tropical forests, rivers and heavy rains are things one can imagine to be found in non-western areas. That imagination is realized in this project through a completely open outdoor shower design. Privacy when bathing is provided through a curtain hung on a pole. Washing your body under a shower surrounded by tropical forests can be a pleasant experience.
The overall design reinforces the natural vista that is presented before our eyes, while the use of environmentally friendly materials ensures that the presence of this facility continues to ensure the sustainability of Bali as an area that continues to evolve as more and more visitors come. This is an alternative to current development tendencies that have made contemporary construction practices the norm. Its modest size also condemns the massive and boxy buildings that can be found around the island.
Being in this villa puts us closer to nature, reminding us that we are an inherent component of the universe's other parts. There is no longer a distinction between human and animal and plant space. Everything works together to build a natural environment. The realization that humans are a part of the natural world might boost their inner urge to perform sensibly in everyday life. The experiences obtained while staying at Scorpio House will be taken back to their respective home countries.
Narration by
I Nyoman Gede Maha Putra, Ph.D.
Photos by @wanderskyy & @veluvanaBali
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