Nestled in the peaceful Umalas village, within the bustling region of Canggu in Badung, Bali, the JUPITER UMALAS residential project, designed by KATERINA & NATALIE architecture agency (led by architect Natalia Egorikova and architectural designer Ekaterina Gavrilovskaya), strives to create an ideal fusion of serenity and comfort through its carefully constructed layout and material selection. It provides residents with a quiet haven inside a safe, private community, complete with 24/7 security, wide access roads, amply illuminated streets, and verdant walkways landscaped with tropical native plants.
JUPITER UMALAS housing development general plan. Courtesy of KATERINA & NATALIE architectural bureau
This upmarket secure estate offers a lifestyle environment for families and consists of twenty-three impressive stand-alone villas underscored by their elegant architecture, spacious floor plans, and superior finish. Further, there is an elaborate sitting area, a play zone, a cafeteria, business space, and a sporting facility within the compound.
Plan for the First Floor. Villa Type 1 (200 sq.m)
With a total land area of 5,800 square meters, the villas are divided into four distinct types: There are different options, one bedroom villa (77.2 sq.m), two bedroom villa (200 sq.m), three bedroom villa (250 sq.m) and four bedroom luxury villa with a garage (350 sq.m). The villas provide majestic sunset and rice field views, free flowing living spaces, lots of light with modern floor-to-ceiling glass windows, lush tropical gardens, as well as technical features. Essential elements of this project are as follows: an incorporation of natural lighting, the lack of distinction between interior spaces and their environment, flat usable roofs, geometrical forms, and ribbon glazing. All these ensure usage of the latest technology and architectures for comfort with the feel of being enclosed in a natural habitat.
Purposeful architecture is intrinsically linked to its location and natural attributes. The prevailing climate in the design region directly influences architectural choices. In designing for tropical climates, the team thoughtfully incorporates expansive open-air swimming pools, spacious terraces, and sliding panoramic windows, ensuring that these amenities can be enjoyed year-round.
Reception Room. Villa Type 1 (200 sq.m) Courtesy of KATERINA & NATALIE architectural bureau
Material selection for the project takes into account the extreme climate and seismic zone. The entire building structure is constructed from concrete, while some roof sections are covered with pumice to absorb rainwater and reflect solar heat. The majority of the facades are painted, with locally sourced natural stone accents. Ironwood is also used for select exterior elements, adding a touch of rustic resort aesthetics.
While the plots are small, the concept of the landscaping is wild nature and still stays linked with the surrounding environment. Tropical plants are strategically placed throughout the villas as accents, refreshing the space and bringing a sense of proximity to nature into the interior.
Nowadays it is crucial to create projects that enhance the lives of people while positively impacting the ecological surroundings. The synchronization of natural elements with inorganic construction is the architecture of the future. Jupiter Umalas is a remarkable example of this harmonious integration, where modernity meets the beauty of Bali's natural landscape.
