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David James Architects
Oseleta and Optima are part of an exclusive gated development located in the ‘Luscombe Valley’ in Poole, Dorset, designed by David James Architects for Excellare in association with China Corp.
The designs evolved from the concept of ‘organic architecture’, amplifying harmony between the dwellings and their setting. The house designs complement the sylvan setting allowing the occupants to feel at one with their environment. The site at Luscombe, occupies a spectacular natural wooded setting presiding over Poole Harbour, with views to Brownsea Island and the Isle of Purbeck beyond. Luscombe is a private enclave surrounded by pine trees adjoining the Luscombe Valley Nature Reserve and the renowned Parkstone Golf Course. The development is also within easy walking distance to Poole Harbour and is located within easy reach of the stunning Sandbanks Peninsular.
The houses offer substantial living space over three floors, including a pool, fitness suite and covered outdoor entertaining area. Both feature impressive naturally illuminated, triple volume feature stairwells, bathed in natural light from three rectangular skylights. From these beautifully crafted staircases with open walnut treads, one can access the entire accommodation, from the fitness suites on the ground floor, the entertaining / living areas to the first, and the four double bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms to the second.
The dwellings are solidified into the ground with natural stone, from which light horizontal aluminium elements link vertical timber fins, which complement the sylvan surroundings. The houses have been designed to express a
feeling of light with suspended elements in space, with floor to ceiling glass seamlessly integrating inside and out, whilst framing views. DJA undertook the planning, detailed design and interior architecture for this head-turning development - just one of many award-winning projects by this Dorset based Architectural Chartered Practice.
Established in 2009, David James Architects has been at the forefront of Architectural design in the region, having won a large number of awards for their designs over the past 13 years. They offer a full architectural package, from the initial concept through to building completion. Their services include concept design and planning, interior design, detailed and technical design, tender process, and project management.
