Ultra sleek design and the seamless incorporation of nature are the two most impressive characteristics of this residence. Everything started with the vision of the current owner —who also happens to be a renowned architect— of incorporating the nature that surrounds the property into the contemporary aesthetic of the house. The result? An architectural jewel that blends with the movement of the property, allowing warmth and organicness to teem the living spaces without compromising its avant-garde design.
Everything in this house was carefully chosen and designed to serve one purpose: a house with the right balance of sleek design and a homely, spiritual feeling. The custom-made, floor-to-ceiling frames of the pivot doors were designed to maximize the natural light that comes in, yet at the same time give the visual illusion of unobstructed views and unparalleled brightness. Hardwood and polished concrete team the floors of the house and make a savvy statement: the yin and yang of life, or a delicate balance between warmth and cold. Shiny black automotive paint transforms every surface into a mirror that reflects the natural beauty of the surroundings: the railing on the stairs, the custom-made sink and bathtub in the master bathroom, the built-in bookshelf...
The house is distributed over multiple levels that float over the seemingly intact terrain. The sight of the concrete stairs adorned with louvre panels and indoor courtyards to the sides invites you to come up and discover what lies above. As you head upstairs, a subdued doorway piques your interest and leads you to a spherical wine cellar with custom wood faux brick floors, a near mystical spot to relax and unwind with friends, or a romantic evening with that special someone. As you continue along, you will find the main level divided into two tiers consolidated by a small hardwood staircase. The first hosts the kitchen and dining room. The living room sits just above but within line of sight, right in the middle of two decks that stretch the entire length of the house, and it overlooks the kitchen and dining room below. At this upper level, you will also find two guest rooms and a shared bathroom with wood accents and a cascading shower into the bathtub. All the areas are integrated with plenty of natural light provided by the transparency that characterizes the house.
The lofted third level is connected to the two tiers below by another set of stairs, creating unique privacy and seclusion for this coveted area of the home. This area hosts a customizable area with built-in shelves that blend with the stairs’ railing, and could be used as a home office or a TV room. You will also find the master bedroom, which has access to a private balcony that overlooks one of the decks that follow along the distribution of the two-tier main level. The master bathroom includes the same black-laquered finishes —trademark of the house—, which transform the space into a medley of reflections and natural lighting from the reserve just behind the residence.
The delicate balance of style and nature gives this house a unique feeling that encompasses artistry with an outdoor lifestyle. It is the perfect sanctuary to practice meditation and connect with your inner self, or to work from home with the constant visits of deer, monkeys, and birds. The town of Ciudad Colón is known for being ideal for those who reject the idea of living in a busy area like the suburbs, but need to be close to modern amenities like schools, pharmacies, banks, and more. This means that while living at Sukha, which comes from the Sanskrit word meaning happiness and bliss, you can drive 10 minutes downtown to find anything you need, or you can hike along the organic coffee plantations to find a natural water spring to bathe in.
If these ideas resonate with you, don’t hesitate to schedule a visit with Todd Cutter: the first step to calling this house your luxury abode.