Step into this tropical bungalow decked in the warm, rich notes of recycled teak and sensual concrete screed.
In order to allow the textures of the materials to be the centre of attention, the architect Nicholas Burns decided to keep the home’s silhouette simple and uncomplicated.
From a distance, the breathtaking golden hue of the teak screen looks stunning and imposing. More so when complemented by the light grey concrete walls and steel frame.
Aside from adding depth to the design of the façade, the teak screen also helps to regulate the temperatures of the interiors. This keeps the living areas cool during the day and cosy in the evenings.
The simplicity of the architectural language means the home can blend easily into the surrounding. The wooden material helps to connect the house seamlesslesly to the lush greenery and the forested area nearby.
The design of the landscaping on the side of the house is also meant to correlate to the natural and undulating terrain of the island.
A square pool, tiled in a deep blue colour, is situated at the back of the property. The terrace here is surrounded by the trees, which provide plenty of shade from the sun and privacy at night.
There is an overwhelming sense of resort-living in this home, more so when it is constantly filled with the sounds of nature.
Inside the house, the teak cladding pairs nicely with the concrete screed walls. The forms of the furniture are also kept simple and unfettered.
In the living area, the teak screen outside achieves another function of providing privacy to the interiors without cutting out the light.
In the reading room, the stark emptiness and high ceiling add a dramatic feel to the space. The formality of the setting makes it even more captivating when visually connected with the outside forest scene.
Live-edge wooden seats maintain the naturalness of the home’s style while giving the entire home a customised look.
Photos Patrick Bingham-Hall