As a kid, I had a quite narrow conception of what homes looked like: two or three storeys, four walls, peaked or hipped roof, symmetrical windows, as well as perhaps a round window or fanlight over the front door. (Yes, I grew up on a street of boxy Colonials.) This house, in northwestern Thailand, totally explodes that idea. Scroll with to see why.
Built to overlook a pond near Mae Rim, the home is structured as a series of seven pavilions for living, dining, sleeping as well as more. They’re linked by open walkways, which means that yes, you do get wet when it rains. as well as fail to remember having four solid walls — while covered by those peaked roofs, most spaces have open sides or are glassed in.
The primary pavilions are clustered around a eco-friendly sandstone infinity-edge pool, with a view over the water as well as out towards the Himalayan foothills. I like the method the transom windows peek out at the undersides of the eaves, making the space feel cosy as well as enclosed despite the significant windows.
The home’s architect, expense Bensley, likewise designed the four seasons in close-by Chiang Mai, as well as it shows in this hotel spa-worthy bathroom smack in the middle of the garden. I’m not sure I’d want a full-length mirror in a glass-enclosed shower area (if everybody outside can see me, I don’t requirement to be reminded of their view), however I definitely agree with the placement of those purple flowers on the upper storey.
Can you envision looking up at this every time you went to bed? between that gorgeous recycled golden teak ceiling as well as the sumptuous orange silk walls, I don’t believe I’d ever close my eyes. In addition to this primary bedroom suite, there are three personal guest suites, too.
I believe this shot just ended up being my new happy place. Whenever we get one more day of chilly rain or train delays in Toronto, I’m going to envision myself navigating the walkways out to this traditional-style Thai sala as well as watching the mist move over the mountains while enjoying a subtropical breeze on my skin.
According to the listing, this villa was developed as somebody else’s “personal sanctuary,” however I’m quite sure it would fit my character just fine — if I only had the $16.3 million they’re asking. What do you think?
For more Thai style, checked out Gwen McAuley’s blog post.
Photo credits:1-5. Sotheby’s worldwide Realty, photography by Robert McLeod