The ramp leading up to the house gives visitors an opportunity to appreciate their surroundings, which include a garden and a series of lower-level reflecting pools as well as the trees and the ocean breeze. The architects intended for this gradual introduction to the home to be an opportunity to leave the chaotic stress of leaving in big cities behind, starting their vacation before they even step through the front door.

The house is situated to the rear of the plot to place inhabitants closer to the beach, and provide some privacy from passersby on the street. In addition to the large, high-ceilinged modern concrete interior spaces, Wanka House includes a number of recreational spaces like terraced outdoor dining and barbecue areas.

Reaching the rooftop, guests are greeted by a large deck with a swimming pool and skylights that peer down into the living spaces. An elevated viewing platform provides views that extend far above the rooftops of nearby structures, bringing the sea closer to make this vacation spot feel like even more of an escape.

The home has an appearance of being almost cave-like, enclosed and very comforting. The floors, walls and ceiling all seem to be continuous, with little delineation between them.

Rather than traditional walls and doors to separate each room, the home features multiple levels separated by smooth, low steps. Coupled with small recessed lights in the ceiling, this openness contributes to an overall feeling of organic beauty.

Bathrooms sparkle with fine tiles and are finished perfectly with stone accents. The curved walls surprisingly make the bathroom areas seem cozy and inviting rather than enclosed.

Perhaps the most mesmerizing part of this interior redesign is the stacked fireplace. The gorgeous feature is whimsical but elegant, adding an especially interesting focal point to the home.

The bedroom is particularly noteworthy. With a curved ceiling, rich wood floor, subdued lighting and neutral color palette, this feels like a room that would inspire the most restful – and, dare we say, stylish – sleep ever.