What do you do when you have 18,675 sqf of space and you need to convert it into a home that feels warm and cosy? That was the challenge posed to award-winning firm Aamer Architects. 

Headed by established London-trained architect Aamer Taher, the firm which specialises in producing haute achitecture proposed the concept of a tropical house designed by grouping several square spaces together. 

Linked by open-air corridors, the various living spaces are also separated by water features and green landscaping. 

One of Taher’s signatures is to create eye-catching facades, such as this beautiful wooden cladding made from dark-stained panels with a chevron pattern. 

As the home sits on an undulating plot of land, the entrance of the home is situated on the upper square block. A stone path lined with lush shrubbery leads to the door, along with a glimpse of the idyllic pool area below. 

The private courtyards within the home offer views of the other floors, allowing light and greenery to fill the space. 

The chevron pattern cladding continues into the walls within the house as well. Notice the extra-high ceilings and the oversized sliding glass doors, which allow the interiors to merge seamlessly with the outdoors. 

From afar, the well-framed façade of the home presents a breathtaking view. Additional care was taken in the proportion of every element, ensuring that they come together to form a look that is balanced and harmonious. 

The high ceilings allow for the installation of an impressive chandelier in the main living hall. 

A large rug in the center of the space helps to bring all the seating appointments together, without making the space feel too big and empty. 

 Travertine marble panels along the circular stairway help to add colour and detailing. 

In the bedroom, handpainted wall panels with Oriental floral motifs become the feature in the room.  

The tropical concept extends to the master bathroom, where a wooden table with marble top acts as the counter space for the porcelain sinks.

Photos: Derek Swalwell