From creative décor to cutting-edge artwork, these villas will make you feel like you’ve gained a backstage pass to your favourite art gallery.
1. Villa Canggu
Villa Canggu is a cool pair of white-themed villas located in the equally trendy Canggu neighbourhood in Bali. Playing off their hip surroundings, the villas pair luminous white interiors with innovative art pieces from celebrated Indonesian artists, ranging from cutting edge cool to Eddy Susanto’s works inspired by ancient Mayan heritage. A definite standout feature is Yudi Sulistyo’s work titeled World Without Sea: a miniature ship suspended from the living room ceiling in Villa Canggu North.
2. Collector’s Villa
The Collector’s Villa is unlike any villa you’ve ever seen, featuring some of the most stunning surreal design we have ever seen. In fact, the whole villa feels like a work of art. A case in point are the three bedrooms, each of which were designed by a leading international designer. The futuristic Owner’s Suite was designed by Jamie Hayon, the dreamy Carpenter’s Chamber is designed by Joseph Walsh and the seductive Boudoir was created by Mark Brazier Jones (whose work also appeared in the 50 Shades of Grey movies!). Dive deeper into the surreal luxury of the Iniala villas.
3. Panorama Niseko
Panorama Niseko is a stunning collection of luxury ski chalets, positioned on the outer edge of Hirafu Village in Niseko, Japan. Each chalet features bespoke pieces from local Hokkaido artists. With the curated sculptures and canvas paintings perfectly positioned in vast, light-filled spaces, the effect is very much that of your own private art gallery. The majestic views of Mount Yotei through the chalets’ grand cathedral windows only add to the theatrics.
4. Niconico Mansion
Checking into Niconico Mansion in Seminyak feels like Alice stumbling down the rabbit hole down to Wonderland. Every room of this villa is filled with artful design and unique décor that will leave you speechless – and endlessly inspired. Some of our favourite features include the suspended netting in the upper floor lounge, the bicycle incorporated into the stairway’s railing and of course, the whole décor of the infamous black bedroom inspired by 50 Shades of Grey!
5. Lodge at the Hills
Lodge at the Hills is a spectacular luxury mansion hugging an elite golf course in Arrowtown, New Zealand. Dripping with luxury, the villa is set on a 500 acre piece of land which feature a heated swimming pool and private tennis court. The villa features a stunning collection of art and sculptures curated by the owners. What’s more, the adjoining golf course also includes a private sculpture park which features pieces by New Zealand and international artists.
6. Bluesiam Villa
The jaw-dropping Bluesiam Villa offers an enticing mix of modern architecture and an enviable display of curated art and antiques. Built on clifftop inside a gated community, the villa offers sweeping views of the Andaman Sea. Looking out those views, the living areas are decorated with a world-class collection of priceless art and antiques, including stunning statues and sculptures. The setup really is fit for royalty.
7. Villa Sapi
Built right on the water’s edge on the island of Lombok, Villa Sapi is a true masterpiece. Moving through this futuristic structure incorporating traditional Indonesian elements feels like living inside a living, breathing work of art. From batik wall art in the living room to the glass encased media room and the “Stop making sense” sculpture in the garden, this villa was designed to inspire. To this day, Villa Sapi is one of the best villa’s we’ve ever stayed in.
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