KUTA SU N R I S E VI LL A A sleek villa hideaway at Kuta Bay
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n these trying times, we are all itching to escape to a refreshing change of scenery. It’s a different world now where quietude, space and seclusion is the new currency for a fulfilling break. South Lombok’s epic coastline is now dotted with numerous luxe hill-side villa havens to escape your daily routine, but few can match the very unique Kuta Sunrise Villa. Like other properties, you get the mesmerising views of epic ocean scenery but so much more. Welcome to a highly distinctive villa that takes luxury escapism up a few notches. Architect Daniel Paetzold at Private Sanctuary is the design visionary behind Kuta Sunrise Villa. Being one of the founders of Private Sanctuary, he has a long list of design credits on large scale infrastructure projects around the world and many years of teaching as a part-time instructor in the architecture school at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. He designed and supervised the construction of this customized villa, which employs many innovative techniques to create a very distinctive villa residence. The final creation is a highly versatile abode for a seamless transition between work and play. It offers low heat retention and is oriented towards the east to capture cool breezes and the shade. This is exactly the place you’ve been craving for that next long weekend staycation. The villa has a unique layout and configuration spread across 350sqm of living space. The interior focal point is a cascading main lounge that forms the main social hub of the space for entertaining and convivial relaxation. Predominantly constructed of high framed glass walls, it makes the most of the sweeping ocean views and natural sunlight. The layout features a mezzanine level open plan island kitchen with a breakfast bar for informal dining and leads directly to an al fresco dining terrace. The main living area is composed of dining and seating area with plush contemporary custom fitted sofas.
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