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A Resort in a Series of Tropical Pavilions on Koh Samui

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A symmetrical pavilion layout distinguishes Villa Mia at Chaweng Beach on the island of Koh Samui in Thailand.

The symmetrical layout places a rhythmic series of outdoor spaces and pavilions spaced around a central pool.

In its midst, a sunken seating area is cooled by its surrounding water.

Each of the surrounding pavilions overlooks the pool.

In one of the outdoor spaces, lush jungle planting and rustic wooden roofing supply an evening soak with a tropical ambiance.

In a cool all-white bedroom, deeply recessed niches at the head of the bed provide display space for traditional sculptures.

In another, a four poster bed made with thick white timbers repeats the bold rafters of the raised roof.

In front of the bed, a pillow-strewn sofa and a coffee table -composed of a solid chunk cut from a huge tree – sit on a sisal rug.

This beautiful tropical villa with its Balinese architecture features five bedrooms and bathrooms.

Each of these square modular units of pavilions, indoor and out, has its own raised rafter roof.

For the traveler, the design creates a resort with an air of mystery and the Oriental intrigue of Asian architecture.