3+2+1 Canggu Villa

The brief required three room types: a three-bedroom suite for families, a two-bedroom unit for groups, and a one-bedroom studio for singles or couples. Each unit includes a living area, kitchen, and pool access, ensuring a consistent experience whether rented individually, in combination, or as a whole property.

Set on a compact 391-square-meter site in Bali’s bustling residential and tourist area, the project faced the challenges of optimizing functionality and connectivity within limited space and addressing restricted views due to surrounding buildings and a sometimes arid rice field.

K-Thengono Design Studio tackled these challenges with a typology that features a zigzagging pool dividing the site into two L-shaped volumes. Each volume is capped with a rectangular mass that stacks directly atop the lower level’s roof, creating a clear separation between the lower and upper levels. The right side houses a duplex three-bedroom suite, while the left includes a two-bedroom unit and an upper-level one-bedroom studio. This configuration ensures that all ground-floor rooms overlook the pool, while the studio benefits from a private plunge pool, mitigating less desirable external views.

Connectivity is facilitated by a bridge spanning the pool, linking the three-bedroom and two-bedroom units. The bridge features rattan sliding doors for adaptable separation. The one-bedroom studio is accessed via an outdoor staircase integrated into the villa’s exterior.

The villa maintains a streamlined profile with upper volumes shifted to provide weather protection without extra canopies. Street-facing windows are concealed behind a secondary facade, preserving the building’s cohesive appearance.

Materials were selected to enhance tactile engagement and create a relaxed ambiance. The lower level is clad in formed concrete with a wood-like texture, while the upper level is wrapped in charred wood panels. A rammed-earth wall provides a visual anchor and privacy for the three-bedroom unit’s outdoor space, and the polished terrazzo bridge adds a neutral contrast. Inside, walls are finished with plaster made from recycled local wood waste, offering durability and reinforcing the villa’s cost-efficiency.