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guests a view of palm trees by day and a blanket of stars by night.
INNOVATION Do not disturb. Taking eco-friendliness to the nth degree is a
new measure of luxury. So, for this villa, the elliptical-shaped bamboo-wrapped
platform that supports the treehouse hovers 6 ft. above the green shrubbery
below to avoid undue damage to the flora. Guests get creature comforts-and a
clear conscience. In addition to its exclusive use of solar electricity, solar-heated
water and grey- and blackwater recycling, the design allows for passive cooling.
No air conditioning required. Amber lighting reduces light pollution and prevents
interruptions of the nocturnal nest cycle of local beach turtles. Angled bamboo
shoots, intended to reflect the splaying branches of a bird's perch, aid in heat
reduction. Hatch windows scattered throughout provide a virtual diorama of
views of the natural environs and improve air flow. "Five star" gets relevant with
the emphasis on local materials such as bocote, parota and bamboo woods and
wall pigmentation from local clays. Who needs marble to signify elegance? Here,
a locally sourced wood slab serves as the bathroom's countertop. The vessel sinks
are made from carved stone, and hand-laid pebbles create the graphic pattern
of the shower floor. Sustainability doesn't stop with the source list. Local craftspeople were employed to build all furnishings, says David Leventhal, owner.
INTEL Add in a few key touchpoints to help guests cut the cord. "We wanted
to nudge guests to peel away their inhibitions, so we introduced a two-person
floor hammock. All structure below is removed to offer unobstructed views
down, giving a true sense of suspension," says Baldwin. "People staying in this
treehouse shouldn't feel it's one more palapa. We sought to give them something that is unique."
SOURCES
OWNER: David Leventhal; OPERATOR: Playa Viva S de RL de CV; DESIGN FIRM/ARCHITECT: Deture
Culsign, Architecture+Interiors: Kimshasa Baldwin, principal; PURCHASING COMPANY: Playa Viva;
CONTRACTOR: ArtisTree: Will Beilharz, founder; ART AND ACCESSORIES: Okkio; West Elm; CARPETS
AND RUGS: Dash Leathers; FIREPLACE: Kardiel; FLOOR HAMMOCK: Treehouse Supplies; WINDOW
TREATMENTS: Green Springs Upholstery
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From the Executive Editor
The Buzz
2016 Gold Key Awards: Reality Stars
Q+A: Sinergystic Style
Products: Textiles
Products: Eye Candy
Exit Interview
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