Located on the tropical island of Koh Samui, the brief called for a luxurious 7-bedroom villa, set on a stunning sunset, beach front setting, with views to the neighbouring islands. The natural vegetation from the water up to the rear of the 90m long site transitions from lagoon to reef, to mangrove, to beach, to rocky shores, to grass and eventually to low lying tropical vegetation, sprinkled with mature coconut trees all across. Our landscape concept mimics these varying micro zones of nature. The villa cascades down the gently sloping, linear site, taking on the tidal layering of the beachfront location. A rich stone wall, using local granite, divides the private and public aspects of the villa, reminiscent of a walled garden. This architectural wall leads visitors from the entry all the way down to the sea facing pool and is utilized to conceal back of house areas, as well as more private and intimate space such as the massage sala, indoor cinema, sauna and pool shower. The pavilions are treated as floating steel roofs. Composite timber soffits and extensive use of frameless glazing below all aid to connect the interiors with the landscape beyond, enriching the spaciousness.
Bio Fractal is a boutique architecture and design studio.
We have teams in Thailand and Vietnam. The practice was established in 2017 by James Atkinson to provide architectural services both locally and internationally.
Fractal’s portfolio encompasses a broad range of project typologies and scales covering all major sectors including residential, hospitality, commercial, cultural and high rise.
With no set stylistic approach our projects commence with each unique location, client brief and climate. Our motivation is to create beautiful, practical and enjoyable spaces to live, work and play.
Other prizes VMARK Design Award, Vietnam Moon Bridge – Hoi An, Vietnam Best Public Space Design Golden Winner 2023 VMARK Interior Design Award, Vietnam Ocean Plaza Restaurant & Bar – Phu Quoc, Vietnam Best F&B Concept Interior Golden Winner 2021 Vinfast Global Showroom Design Competition Runner up 2021
