Project
N°001
Name
LOST VILLA
Location
Hope Town, The Bahamas
Year
2010
Type
New Building
Utilization
Private Residence
About
Cornish Cay: An Island Sanctuary
Nestled serenely on the pristine shores of The Bahamas, Cornish Cay captures the essence of sophisticated island living. This exquisite private residence doesn't merely inhabit its coastal paradise—it becomes an integral part of the landscape itself, where the boundaries between built environment and natural beauty dissolve into something transcendent and profoundly peaceful.
The home emerges from its setting like a natural outcropping, its architecture speaking the quiet language of islands—deep overhangs that provide essential shade, generous openings that capture ocean breezes, and elevated living spaces that frame the endless dance between sky and sea. This is vernacular architecture refined to its essence, where every design decision serves both comfort and connection to place.
Light and Transparency as Living Elements
The residence features an expansive, open-concept design where light-filled interiors become viewing pavilions for the surrounding paradise. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer sweeping views of turquoise waters and lush landscape, creating spaces where the act of daily living becomes a constant communion with the natural world. The crisp, clean lines of the architecture, paired with a soft, neutral colour palette, enhance the home's understated luxury while allowing the spectacular setting to remain the primary ornament.
Every room becomes a different lens through which to experience the island's ever-changing moods—from the drama of approaching storms to the gentle meditation of sunset reflected on still water. The interior spaces breathe with the rhythm of the tides, expanding and contracting with the light and creating an atmosphere of perpetual calm.
Crafted Connection to Place
Every element of Cornish Cay has been meticulously curated, from the use of locally sourced stone and wood to the thoughtful integration of outdoor living spaces that invite seamless connection with nature. This remarkable residence exemplifies the art of indoor-outdoor living, where covered terraces become outdoor rooms and interior spaces open completely to embrace the tropical climate.
The home's material palette speaks directly to its island context—weathered woods that echo driftwood, stone that recalls coral formations, and finishes that age gracefully under the Caribbean sun. This isn't architecture imposed upon the landscape, but architecture that emerges from it, creating an unparalleled sanctuary where refined Bahamian living unfolds naturally and beautifully.
About
Cornish Cay: An Island Sanctuary
Nestled serenely on the pristine shores of The Bahamas, Cornish Cay captures the essence of sophisticated island living. This exquisite private residence doesn't merely inhabit its coastal paradise—it becomes an integral part of the landscape itself, where the boundaries between built environment and natural beauty dissolve into something transcendent and profoundly peaceful.
The home emerges from its setting like a natural outcropping, its architecture speaking the quiet language of islands—deep overhangs that provide essential shade, generous openings that capture ocean breezes, and elevated living spaces that frame the endless dance between sky and sea. This is vernacular architecture refined to its essence, where every design decision serves both comfort and connection to place.
Light and Transparency as Living Elements
The residence features an expansive, open-concept design where light-filled interiors become viewing pavilions for the surrounding paradise. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer sweeping views of turquoise waters and lush landscape, creating spaces where the act of daily living becomes a constant communion with the natural world. The crisp, clean lines of the architecture, paired with a soft, neutral colour palette, enhance the home's understated luxury while allowing the spectacular setting to remain the primary ornament.
Every room becomes a different lens through which to experience the island's ever-changing moods—from the drama of approaching storms to the gentle meditation of sunset reflected on still water. The interior spaces breathe with the rhythm of the tides, expanding and contracting with the light and creating an atmosphere of perpetual calm.
Crafted Connection to Place
Every element of Cornish Cay has been meticulously curated, from the use of locally sourced stone and wood to the thoughtful integration of outdoor living spaces that invite seamless connection with nature. This remarkable residence exemplifies the art of indoor-outdoor living, where covered terraces become outdoor rooms and interior spaces open completely to embrace the tropical climate.
The home's material palette speaks directly to its island context—weathered woods that echo driftwood, stone that recalls coral formations, and finishes that age gracefully under the Caribbean sun. This isn't architecture imposed upon the landscape, but architecture that emerges from it, creating an unparalleled sanctuary where refined Bahamian living unfolds naturally and beautifully.
About
Cornish Cay: An Island Sanctuary
Nestled serenely on the pristine shores of The Bahamas, Cornish Cay captures the essence of sophisticated island living. This exquisite private residence doesn't merely inhabit its coastal paradise—it becomes an integral part of the landscape itself, where the boundaries between built environment and natural beauty dissolve into something transcendent and profoundly peaceful.
The home emerges from its setting like a natural outcropping, its architecture speaking the quiet language of islands—deep overhangs that provide essential shade, generous openings that capture ocean breezes, and elevated living spaces that frame the endless dance between sky and sea. This is vernacular architecture refined to its essence, where every design decision serves both comfort and connection to place.
Light and Transparency as Living Elements
The residence features an expansive, open-concept design where light-filled interiors become viewing pavilions for the surrounding paradise. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer sweeping views of turquoise waters and lush landscape, creating spaces where the act of daily living becomes a constant communion with the natural world. The crisp, clean lines of the architecture, paired with a soft, neutral colour palette, enhance the home's understated luxury while allowing the spectacular setting to remain the primary ornament.
Every room becomes a different lens through which to experience the island's ever-changing moods—from the drama of approaching storms to the gentle meditation of sunset reflected on still water. The interior spaces breathe with the rhythm of the tides, expanding and contracting with the light and creating an atmosphere of perpetual calm.
Crafted Connection to Place
Every element of Cornish Cay has been meticulously curated, from the use of locally sourced stone and wood to the thoughtful integration of outdoor living spaces that invite seamless connection with nature. This remarkable residence exemplifies the art of indoor-outdoor living, where covered terraces become outdoor rooms and interior spaces open completely to embrace the tropical climate.
The home's material palette speaks directly to its island context—weathered woods that echo driftwood, stone that recalls coral formations, and finishes that age gracefully under the Caribbean sun. This isn't architecture imposed upon the landscape, but architecture that emerges from it, creating an unparalleled sanctuary where refined Bahamian living unfolds naturally and beautifully.
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