Bali Houses is a beautiful introduction to the contemporary Asian design movement known as “Bali Style.” With visually stunning photographs, architect Gianni Francione shows how Balinese designers are updating traditional aesthetic principles to create a new international flavor.

Villas showcasing the characteristic open, panoramic style are now being made with marble and stone. Architects are applying modern techniques to resort bungalows made of customary coconut wood. Bali Houses shows how these departures from tradition are influencing everything from interior design to textiles, table settings to furniture.

Bali Houses is perfect for anyone interested in architecture or design.

Contents

• The New Tropical Internationalism
  Colonial Modern
  Variations on a Theme
  In the Lap of Tropical Luxury
  Set in Stone
  Spanish Delight in Bali
  A Quiet Haven
  Timeless Splendour
  The Persistence of Memory
  A Funky Abode
  A Batak Legacy
  Nomadic Chic
  A Bold Approach
  A Tropical Mountain Retreat
  Fluid Transitions
  Living with Nature
  Interior Reflections
  A Cultural Fusion of Senses
  Vibrant Presentations

• Bali by Design
  Freehand
  Shapes and Textures
  Circles and Spirals
  Tribal Contemporary
  The Beauty of Glass
  Metalwork
  Flower Mélange
  Crafted Precision
  Trendy Tropical
  Radiant Lights
  Delighting Ideas
  Ethnic Modernity

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