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The house reads less as a stacked mass and more as a continuous, terraced landscape.
Rather than trying to make the building disappear, we focused on how it could speak a clear but humble language— one that acknowledges the vastness of the site while remaining grounded and composed.
The indoor – outdoor relationship is central to how the building works. The pool, for example, isn’ t just a separate feature but part of the overall living landscape. It flows from the inside out, broken up by level shifts and soft transitions.
Materials were kept restrained— teak wood for ceilings and soffits, off-white walls, and white Palimanan stone underfoot. These elements help tie the building back to the climate and natural surroundings without trying too hard.
Some of the roof gestures may recall the influence of mid-century architecture— especially John Lautner’ s way of shaping views and embedding structures in their environment. In that sense, architecture becomes a frame through which the landscape is experienced, rather than a form that tries to dominate it.
Designing Villa Boë was about creating a structure that is both expressive and respectful. It stands at a visible point in the landscape, so every gesture had to be deliberate— not to shout, but to sit with confidence and calm.
LOCATION: Tampah Hills, Lombok
TYPOLOGY: Residential, Rental SIZE TOTAL: 1151 m ² STATUS: Completed 2024
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN: Alexis Dornier
CONSTRUCTION: Adi Jaya Utama @ ajucontractor
PHOTO CREDIT: KIE, http:// kiearch. com / @ kiearch
LANDSCAPE: Bali Landscape Company @ balilandscapecompany
INTERIOR: Somewhere Concept @ somewhereconcepts
ISSUE 76 2026 THE ART OF LUXURY