Placed on a plinth, the 450-square-meter Origami House features a long overhanging roof to shield the interior from heavy tropical rain and harsh sun. The steel-framed angular roof is clad in traditional teak wood shingles and allows airflow into the home for natural cooling on hot days. ‘Baligreen,’ a type of textured sandstone covers most of the surfaces, while recycled teak wood and ironwood are set into the mirrored stone floors.
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The interior is organized in the spirit of a traditional Balinese compound across two floors. The upper floor houses a spacious open-plan lounge, kitchen, and dining room, as well as the master bedroom and bathroom, while the lower level contains the guest rooms, children’s bedroom, and a secondary living room. Both floors open out to large decks; however, the generous glazing, operable windows, and proximity to nature allow the homeowner to enjoy the outdoors year-round without needing to step outside.
+ Alexis Dornier
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