A modern house with a minimalist facade made of concrete and glass attracts attention in Bangkok, Thailand - the so-called “waterfall” house. The special thing about the contemporary city villa – the house entrance. Fascinating water features in the garden effectively welcome guests and residents. The peculiar waterfall also creates a seamless connection between inside and outside, as well as between the individual areas (living room and kitchen with dining area) on the ground floor. The extensively glazed facade allows a clear view of it. The slightly curved shapes of the suspended ceiling and the various building units create an exciting interplay of unconditional modernity and nature. We present to you the latest project from the talented Architects 49 House Design Limited.
Water features in the garden – The classic garden fountain is reinterpreted
At first glance, there is nothing special about this minimalist building - but upon closer inspection, it turns out to be the houseas a quiet beauty. It consists of a building volume with a flat roof, which is oriented around a minimalist garden fountain on the ground floor. Not only is it a real eye-catcher, but it also proves to be a functional addition to the new building - this meant that the architects were able to find enough space for the garage and at the same time make optimal use of the available living space. The fascinating combination of modern aesthetics and nature is a definitive proof of the creativity of the architectural firm.
A modern house in Thailand
The absolute highlight in the outdoor area – the garden fountain – is located right next to the house entrance. The water features in the garden enhance the outdoor area - like the spacious terrace, they are clad in dark stone. The charming contrast between the purist white walls and the dark flooring simply cannot take your eyes off it. The attached onespacious living roomis accordingly furnished with comfortable seating in anthracite color - in this way the boundary between inside and outside merges.
Also from theKitchen with dining areaThe water features can be admired. A staircase connects the living room with the kitchen. It was furnished with modern, simple furniture - the kitchen landscape scores with a minimalist look in white, stainless steel handles and a kitchen back wall made of natural stone set accents and give the furnishings a noble touch. The kitchen island offers additional support and storage space for spices and kitchen appliances. The long wooden dining table and upholstered Scandinavian-style chairs ensure that the family can enjoy many pleasant evenings cooking with friends. A small sofa with plush upholstery invites you to relax after a long day at work. Wall shelves display the family's book collection and round off the furniture.
The color scheme was deliberately kept simple - soft earth tones combined with different shades of gray relax the eyes and create a cozy ambience. The choice of materials – wood, natural stone and soft textiles – makes the concept stand out even more. The end result is a feel-good atmosphere. On the other side of the room, another staircase leads to the second floor, where the bedrooms and bathrooms are located. All bedrooms have a balcony with glass railings so that the residents can sit there in the morning and admire the garden. The bathrooms are typically minimalist and kept to the essentials. A generously sized glass shower cubicle, free-standing bathtub and double washbasin with base cabinet complete the furniture range. Floor-to-ceiling tall windows allow ample sunlight into the interior and transformthe bathroom into an oasisin the middle of the big city. When it comes to the bathroom fittings, no expense has been spared - the equipment has been supplied by top brands in the industry.
Water features in the garden have a calming effect
It has been scientifically proven that the sounds of water have a calming effect. The gently rippling water that flows down the wall gives the outdoor area a relaxed atmosphere. It's just the right facility for a big city like Bangkok - it creates the illusion that you're sitting next to a stream in the middle of the forest. Perfect for the modern city villa, where residents can enjoy the advantages of city life with those of a village at the same time. The high-quality execution guarantees the longevity of the design.
From the living room (also serves as a winter garden), residents can admire the water features as well as the tall native trees and ground cover in the front yard. A high garden fence shields the garden and living area from prying eyes and provides the necessary privacy for the spacious terrace. So nothing stands in the way of pleasant days outdoors.
Thanks to the creative concept of the house, the architects managed to optimally solve the orientation so that the residents of the house feel really cozy in both the summer and winter months.
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