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Contemporary Japanese Design Blends Seamlessly With Tropical Modernism In This New Home

A modern home features retractable glass walls that transform it into an outdoor space, with a glass floor offering views of the pool below.

Architecture firm Alexis Dornier Makings has shared photos of a private residence in Berawa, Bali, that they completed which seamlessly blends contemporary Japanese design with tropical modernism.

A modern living room features retractable glass walls that transform it into an outdoor space, with a glass floor offering views of the pool below.

The centerpiece of ‘The Free Bird Project’ is a living room positioned above the swimming pool, connecting two wings of the house and forming an H-shaped layout from above.

A modern living room features retractable glass walls that transform it into an outdoor space, with a glass floor offering views of the pool below.

This area features retractable glass walls that transform it into an outdoor space, with a glass floor offering views of the pool below. The tropical garden, designed by Bali Landscape Company, is integral to the home’s design, creating a lush backdrop that enhances the indoor-outdoor living experience.

The living room in this modern home has retractable glass walls.

Materials throughout the residence showcase local craftsmanship, featuring paras kerobokan stone walls and wooden ceilings with fluted patterns, paired with a variety of textiles and fabrics that add depth and warmth to the clean architectural lines.

A small tea room with wood cabinetry.
A small tea room with wood cabinetry.

Interior design by Kosame has greatly influenced the ambiance of each room, with their selection of furniture that combines functionality with sculptural aesthetics to enhance the living spaces, like these outdoor living rooms with daybeds and lounges.

An outdoor living room with a water feature, daybed and lounge area.
An outdoor living room with a water feature, daybed and lounge area.

The yoga area, inspired by Kengo Kuma’s Glass House, features extensive use of glass to maintain a connection with the natural surroundings.

This yoga area, inspired by Kengo Kuma's Glass House, features extensive use of glass to maintain a connection with the natural surroundings.

An unexpected space in the home is the playroom, which has a ballpit, slide, hanging chair, and a tree house.

A modern playroom includes a ballpit, a slide, a hanging chair, and a tree house.

A variety of stairs connects the various areas of the home.

A modern home with a spiral staircase.
A modern home with a wine cellar.

Each of the bedrooms has a unique appearance. In this bedroom, a wood frame surrounds the bed, while a custom shelving unit lines the wall.

In this bedroom, a wood frame surrounds the bed, while a custom shelving unit lines the wall.
In this bedroom, a wood frame surrounds the bed, while a custom shelving unit lines the wall.
In this bedroom, a wood frame surrounds the bed, while a custom shelving unit lines the wall.

Another bedroom has a more minimalist look with simple wood furniture and a pendant light that acts as a bedside lamp.

A bedroom with a minimalist look includes simple wood furniture and a pendant light that acts as a bedside lamp.

In yet another bedroom, a custom closet complements the wood slats and ceiling.

In this bedroom, a custom closet complements the wood slats and ceiling.

Each of the bathrooms shows the Japanese influence, with deep wood soaking tubs, wood and stone elements, and natural light.

Japanese-inspired bathroom with deep wood soaking tub and outdoor shower.
Japanese-inspired bathroom with deep wood soaking tub and outdoor shower.
Japanese-inspired bathroom with deep a wood soaking tub.
Japanese-inspired bathroom with deep a wood soaking tub.
Japanese-inspired bathroom with deep a wood soaking tub.
Photography by KIE | Architectural design: Alexis Donier | Interior Design: Kosame | Environmental Engineering Consultancy: Eco Mantra | Landscape Design: Bali Landscape | Construction: Adi Jaya Utama

Source: Contemporist

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