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Instinto Studio: Perched on the hillside of one of Costa Rica’s most charming beaches, Santa Teresa de Cobano’s Playa Hermosa, you’ll find two structures of glass, honey-colored wood, and wide-open spaces. At a glance, it’s easy to see how Villa Nalani and Villa Elu—our projects—draw inspiration from the natural beauty of the beach below. The use of natural textures and materials reflect golden sands, while the clean, crisp energy of rolling waves is found in every line and angle.

These two villas are an impeccable representation of one of our most important tenets: that our architecture harmonizes with the surrounding nature—blending into and accentuating the lush tropical landscape whenever possible.

Our client’s vision aligned with ours. They imagined a project that respects and embraces the natural environment, which is why we made sure to preserve as many trees as we could, emphasize the ocean views, and connect the structure to the jungle via a wraparound garden. This design provides an immersive experience that seamlessly combines the rugged charm of the external environment with the polished comforts of modern living.