Villa Avellana Residencia | SARCO Architects

PROJECT CREDITS:

ARCHITECTURE: SARCO Architects Costa Rica

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE: SARCO Architects Costa Rica

ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING: SARCO Architects Costa Rica

LANDSCAPE DESIGN: TPA Taller de Paisaje y Ambiente

INTERIOR DESIGN: SENS Interior Design

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT: SARCO Architects Costa Rica

PHOTOGRAPHY: Andrés García Lachner

Villa Avellana, by SARCO Architects Costa Rica is an award-winning modern tropical ultra-luxury residence with a vision of how to create an ultimate luxury destination which at the same time would feel homey and casual for its owners and guests.

Villa Avellana is the latest in our long list of luxury homes that SARCO Architects Costa Rica have done in the Peninsula Papagayo luxury resort over the years.

Villa Avellana was awarded at the 2022-2023 International Property Awards, an international design awards competition basend in London, UK. Villa Avellana was awarded with:

● 5-Star, Best Architecture Single Residence Costa Rica 2022-2023

● Nominated for the Best Architecture Single Residence Americas Award, 2022-2023

● Winner Best Architecture Single Residence Americas 2022-2023

Planning for Utmost Luxury

Villa Avellana is our most outstanding project to date. From the very beginning, our aim was to create a luxury destination for guests to enjoy. Every aspect of the home's design was carefully planned to

ensure a truly exceptional experience. Nestled in an exclusive property within the Peninsula Papagayo Luxury Resort, Villa Avellana offers a truly remarkable beachfront experience. This luxurious compound provides a plethora of spaces and settings to cater to every guest's enjoyment. Villa Avellana is

thoughtfully designed with the utmost comfort of our guests in mind. With a generous selection of 10

well-appointed guest rooms and spacious indoor and outdoor areas for socializing, you can truly relax and enjoy downtime in paradise.

Outdoor spaces offer an array of options for individuals seeking solace or wanting to connect with family and friends. Whether you desire a moment of solitude or wish to socialize, these areas are designed to cater to different needs. The bar in the outdoor living area takes center stage, serving as a focal point where people come together to indulge in delicious drinks expertly crafted by the onsite mixologist. It's the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy.

Outdoor dining is an essential part of the Costa Rican experience, and at Villa Avellana we made this of utmost importance. With two spacious outdoor dining areas, groups of all sizes can savor a delightful meal while enjoying the beautiful surroundings.

All bedrooms are designed with spaciousness and luxury in mind. Two main bedrooms with spaciousness and amazingly luxurious bathrooms anchor the design at both ends of the main wing. Ensuite bathrooms for all of the bedrooms, with a variety of settings and with comfort and features in mind. Most bedrooms have amazing direct ocean views, others feature garden or private garden views.

At the peak of the hillside, you will find the yoga pavilion. This two-story structure is adorned with teak wood screen elements that are strategically placed to offer privacy for massage rooms on the lower level. The varying density of these elements ensures that privacy is provided where it is needed most. The vertical screens seamlessly flow into the second level, transitioning into the railing at the yoga deck level. This creates a consistent design and aesthetic throughout the space.

Integrating with the Existing Natural Setting

The unique site posed a series of intriguing challenges due to its natural terrain. The design encompasses three adjoining properties, situated at the end of a cul-de-sac and positioned against a steep hillside that inclines upward. This unique property features a long side that directly faces the stunning beachfront. However, what sets it apart from other hillside properties is that the slope runs perpendicular to the view, creating an atypical perspective. The opposite side of the cul-de-sac offer a shorter leg of the property with an area of a soft slope towards a golf course, which quickly rises steeply against the back hill.

With these conditions, the house was designed to enjoy the connection to the ocean as much as possible. The architectural design of the home's main wing gives it a unique and captivating appearance. The main wing emerges from the hillside at a higher level, creating an illusion of floating over the main social areas. This visually striking feature, supported by large columns and impressive cantilevers, creates a sense of tension that effortlessly draws the gaze towards the breathtaking beach 

view. The social spaces in this design are strategically arranged in a split-level layout, which not only enhances their aesthetic appeal but also ensures optimum integration with the site's slope conditions. Moreover, the swimming pool culminates in an elevated position that provides a breathtaking view and seamless connection to the nearby beach.

Perched at the summit, the yoga pavilion appears to delicately balance on the sheer incline. Nestled snugly into the hillside, with portions gracefully extending beyond its contours, this architectural element commands attention and provides a bit of mystery. We designed a sweeping and winding staircase elevated off the natural terrain to allow easy access to the pavilion. This design minimizes any disruption to the surrounding environment and creates a visually stunning effect of the staircase floating over lush gardens.