“ The views of the ocean are breathtaking , but that ’ s only half of the Maldivian beauty .
YUJI YAMAZAKI ARCHITECTURE
In order to minimize the inevitable appearance of heavy steel and concrete , the majority of the interior spaces are upholstered with leather , and the floor is covered with carpet , with which , sound reverberation is also minimized .
The interior design and much detailing of finishes were inspired by airplane luxury cabins . Every part of the interior was carefully measured , modulated , mocked up , and installed . Despite the fact that this is the only underwater bedroom in the region , automated privacy screens are integrated into all windows and controlled with a tablet in conjunction with a lighting system , similar to ones in luxury airplane cabins .
The Maldives is known for its pristine beach and sea . The views of the ocean are breathtaking , but that ’ s only half of the Maldivian beauty . The other half exists underwater . There is an underwater ecosystem that is worth showing to the visitors without diving in the sea . Creating safe places where people can calmly observe marine life would help draw attention to what is happening to the sea , recognize the changes , and get inspired .
Thechincal sheet Architects : Yuji Yamazaki Architecture Area : 800 ft ² Photographs : Justin Nicholas ( www . justinnicholas . com . au ) Manufacturers : Minotti , Togama , Piment Rouge Structural Engineer : M . J . Murphy LTD
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