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A Modern Bali House With Timeless Tropical Charm | Biombo Architects

Located in the coastal village of Pererenan, Bali, House Terra is a contemporary response to tropical living, designed by Biombo Architects as a family retreat. The project balances built space and landscape, creating a strong connection between architecture and nature while offering shelter from the island’s monsoon climate.

Editor’s Note: “House Terra, more than a family retreat, is a statement on sustainable tropical living. Elevated by thoughtful design, the home thrives on gentle breeze, authentic characters, organic elements, and an effortless balance. This Bali house earns attention by celebrating a lifestyle rooted in nature and growing along with it.” ~ Anusha Sridhar

A Modern Bali House With Timeless Tropical Charm | Biombo Architects

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Design Strategy

The house, which spans 325 m², is designed with passive cooling strategies at its core. Deep overhangs and carefully designed roof structures provide shade and protection from heavy rains, reducing heat gain and allowing indoor spaces to remain cool throughout the day.

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Passive Designing

Natural ventilation is enhanced through cross-breezes, while open-air corridors and semi-outdoor living areas encourage an indoor-outdoor lifestyle without fully exposing the home to the elements.

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Landscape

Landscaping plays an active role in shaping the experience of the house, softening the transition between interior and exterior with native vegetation that enhances the microclimate.

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Material Selection

Material selection reinforces this connection with the environment. Natural stone, ceramic floors, reclaimed wood ceilings, infused concrete bamboo, and stone mosaic feature walls create a textured, earthy palette that grounds the home in its tropical setting.

Locally sourced materials and craftsmanship bring authenticity and warmth to the design, ensuring a timeless and organic character.

By carefully balancing openness and protection, House Terra embraces the principles of biophilic design in a way that feels both intentional and effortless.

Rather than fully blending into its surroundings, the home finds a comfortable relationship with its environment. Further, it offers a sense of refuge while remaining engaged with the landscape that defines it.

Key Building Materials

Natural stone, ceramic floors, reclaimed wood ceilings, infused concrete bamboo, stone mosaic feature walls, and other locally sourced natural materials.

Fact File

Designed by: Biombo Architects

Project Type: Residential Architecture Design

Project Name: House Terra

Location: Pererenan Bali, Indonesia

Year Built: 2024

Duration of the project: 12 Months

Project Size: 3660 Sq.ft

Principal Architect: Ar. Bea Alejandre & Ar. Nacho Atienza

Photograph Courtesy: Umang Shah

Products / Materials / Vendors: Wallcovering / Cladding – Local sandstone, lime wash, Jogya Stone cladding, recycled iron wood cladding, mosaic stone cladding, ceramic tiles from QUADRA / Construction Materials – Concrete structure, hardwood shingle roof / Lighting – Yomiko downlights, Customized design ambient lighting, indirect LED / Doors and Partitions – Recycled teak frames with pivot or sliding mechanisms. Glass sliding upvc soundproof tempered doors Faster / Sanitaryware – Brushed brass from Ateson / Facade Systems – Open-to-nature ventilated facade with overhangs / Windows – Glass sliding upvc soundproof tempered windows Faster / Furniture – Curated local craftsmanship and custom designed furniture / Flooring – ceramic tiles from QUADRA / Kitchen – kitchen appliance by Modena and Electrolux / Paint – Eco-friendly lime-based paint / Artefacts – Curated selection of antique decoration from local random shops / Wallpaper – Hummingbird / Hardware – Door handles, hinges, locks and Hydraulic pivot doors Deckkson

Firm’s Website Link: Biombo Architects

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