Tropical Hospitality
This magnificent structure is part of a concept comprising three different villas and a multifunctional tropical pavilion in the heart of the Costa Rican jungle overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Guided tour.
When an investor envisions a place where "visitors become one with the surrounding nature, clear their minds, and experience both luxury and adventure," the result is the "Art Villas" resort. A complete escape awaits during a jungle retreat near the town of Uvita in southern Costa Rica, nestled on a hillside overlooking Hermosa Beach. This resort complex is the work of three architectural firms, each responsible for three accommodations spread across just over two hectares: Refuel Works (Art Villa), Archwerk (The Coco and a shared pavilion), and Formafatal (The Atelier). Formafatal also designed the interiors and the final form of the overall concept. The landscape architecture firm Atelier Flera also contributed to the vision. The project of particular interest to us is Art Villa, the first structure to be built.
Soothing splendor
This 570-square-meter concrete monolith, built on two levels, comprises open-plan communal spaces (hall, living room, kitchen with dining area, covered terrace bordering the pool) as well as five bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, a children's playroom, and a gym and dance studio. The Czech architectural firms Refuel Works and Formafatal set the style from the moment you enter, emphasizing the generous space and creating a Zen-like atmosphere where concrete, steel, teak, and linen combine to create an environment that is both raw and luxurious. Most of the pieces were crafted by local and Czech artisans, with custom-designed furniture. The team drew inspiration not only from the surrounding jungle but also from the work of Brazilian architect Paulo Mendes da Rocha. Art Villa thus exudes an organic, wild, and lush beauty that resonates with the colors of Central America.
