Villa Solace
Concept
Villa Cascadia is built around a single idea: water as architecture.
The home is designed as a living sanctuary where layered waterfalls, reflective pools, and floating pathways define the experience of movement and space. Rather than imposing itself on the landscape, the villa dissolves into it—expansive overhangs mimic natural canopies, while the horizontal forms anchor the home to its serene surroundings.
The concept blends minimalist geometry with organic elements: stone, wood, greenery, and water.
Every visual axis frames nature. Every material calms the senses.
The result is a retreat where architecture, landscape, and light exist in seamless balance.
Information
- Scope Of Work Architectural Design
- Location ZAYED CITY, ABU DHABI
- Start 2025
- TOTAL Area 1506.14 SQM
Architecture
The architecture of Villa Cascadia relies on strong horizontal planes, creating deep shadows and timeless proportions. A continuous floating roof unifies the massing, while transparent façades allow natural light to animate the interior throughout the day.
Key architectural features:
Floating roof lines emphasize horizontality and create shaded outdoor lounges.
Full-height glazing dissolves boundaries between the built space and nature.
Multi-level water terraces function as both landscape and architectural elements.
Material palette of warm wood, sand-tone stone, and matte textures adds grounding and warmth.
Indoor–outdoor duality is enhanced through framed courtyard views, extended terraces, and reflective water surfaces.
The architecture is refined yet understated—designed to feel effortless, calm, and deeply connected to its environment.
Approach
- Contextual Harmony We shaped the villa to merge naturally with its landscape—soft edges, layered platforms, and materials that echo earth and stone.
- Immersive Outdoor Living Every elevation opens toward nature, creating a continuous relationship between indoor comfort and outdoor serenity.
- Fluid Circulation The journey through the villa follows a gentle cascade—steps, levels, and water bodies guiding residents intuitively from one zone to another.
- Calm Luxury The palette and proportions prioritize emotional comfort: warm wood ceilings, expansive glazing, and serene water soundscapes.