SkyBaseOne by Bespoke Architects

The Beginning

All started with the client’s desire to create a villa inspired by a series of science fiction cult cinema.

This is what makes this project extraordinary, the possibility to rethink the way we see a house. Learning the philosophy behind this cult series led us into a journey of self-development based on Chinese traditional Taoísm, to understand the way nature balances itself, to the nature of things.

Location

...there was the need to obtain as many living spaces possible, while overlooking the sea on a relatively narrow plot of land

The social spaces are elevated, unlike the private rooms, to highlight and make the architectural object more complex. The relationship between the elevated swimming pool and the house, draws a dynamic line that rises the ground, resulting in a project with a vigorous form and uniqueness.

Core Center

The villa's heart is its core center, with a lift and a strong circular room.

The design is grounded on the principles of fractal geometry and the golden ratio. We tried to make it look heavy and light simultaneously as if we didn't know if it had just landed or if it was going to leave to an unknown place. This was achieved by using a dark tone for the basement to make the upper shapes of the house stand out. This is to mimic the black space that allows us to see the stars, and is the fabric that holds all galaxies.

Warm Welcome

The golden sunlight bounces on the grey render with tiny shiny particles giving a soft, warm touch

The social area, protected from the sun, invites the most delicate details onto the furniture and kitchen units. You go out to the terrace, protected views from neighbors, you have this body of water quietly reflecting light, rising above the natural soil, hailing for the sun.

Shining so Bright

The lights shine from the house at night as we walk to the entrance

The flood lights on the corridors, the descending windows looking at the pool, the time warp lights on the sociable area ceiling, the brass details on the lift and the pool. All of these details are remarkably important on distinguishing Sky Base One from the commonplace. It seeks to improve the happening of life, the experience of the house, whether in a group or a party mode. All environments fit the nature of the space that Sky Base One provides.

TESTIMONIAL

“It has been an absolute pleasure for us at Spy Manor Team to work with John and the Bespoke Architects!

It was exciting to find the like-minded people, who enjoy thinking bold and have courage to try out things that no one has done before. ‘Bringing fiction into reality’ was a true motto that we have lived through with John, Alexandre and the team. Their dedication, attention to detail and a well of creativity were second to none. It is a team, to whom we will be always returning for our next projects. One feels great collaboration spirit, ease of communication and simple joy and pleasure of working together with!”