Is creating a sense of intimacy in a new construction more challenging? This generous home shows how a detailed understanding of the daily behaviour and needs of the residents can lead to a surprisingly dynamic residence without losing its soothing, unifying quality. Each area ignites a different daily ritual, from a morning coffee to a pre-dinner drink. Natural stone and custom joinery in four different oak variations define each space's character. The curved white-coated steel staircase is a central masterpiece. Acting as an abstract hinge, it creates a tangible marker for the entire layout of the villa. Cladding the stairs in leather adds the desired warmth, enhanced using wooden slats that envelop the impressive stairs.