http://www.designboom.com/architecture/studio-mk27-marcio-kogan-caye-sereno-exclusive-villas-ha-long-bay-vietnam-11-19-2015/

Brazilian architecture office studio MK27 has completed the design of caye sereno — an exclusive beachfront residential community in vietnam’s ha long bay. designed by marcio kogan and maria cristina motta, the complex comprises 18 luxury villas that each offer unobstructed views of the basin and its small picturesque islands. the scheme represents vietnam’s aspiration to become a market for luxury residential property development and investment.

Cantilevered volumes protrude above spacious poolside terraces.

With prices starting at $3 million USD, each 3-6 bedroom dwelling features a private infinity pool in addition to a range of indoor and outdoor entertainment spaces. at ground level, expansive living and dining areas have been crafted using natural materials, while above, cantilevered volumes protrude over spacious poolside terraces.

Expansive living and dining areas have been crafted using natural materials. 

Conceived as ‘an oasis of serenity’, the visual continuity of streamlined concrete slabs is punctuated by natural stone masonry and movable glass walls, providing highly flexible living spaces. the upper levels comprise spacious master suites, each of which affords breathtaking views of the bay.

The 18 luxury villas offer unobstructed views of the adjacent bay and its small islands. 

A fully-equipped outdoor grill and kitchenette offer the possibility of al fresco dining, or even beach parties. beyond the villas, a state-of-the-art gymnasium and yoga studio provide opportunities for on-site workouts, while a full-size tennis court is also available to residents.

Each 3-6 bedroom dwelling features a private infinity pool. 

Natural materials have been used throughout.

A private area of study.

A fully-equipped outdoor grill and kitchenette allow al fresco dining.

Vietnam is a country on the rise. Since the mid-80s, a comprehensive suite of political and economic reforms has transformed the country from one of the poorest in the world into what the World Bank enthusiastically hails as a development success story. The proof in the pudding is the gold rush of building projects. Admittedly, the majority is targeted at the foreign spend but that is not to discount the growing corps of middle- to upper-income group whose aspirational goals are on track to turn this region into the coming decade’s new China.

Caye Sereno is one of Vietnam’s most high profile properties, sitting at the UNESCO Heritage-listed Halong Bay and designed by Brazilian architect Marcio Kogan and his team Studio mk27

Headlining the latest crop of high-profile residential developments is Caye Sereno. Its location in the UNESCO Heritage-listed Halong Bay is flawless with every one of the 18 three to six bedroom-villas featuring panoramic views of water and rocky outcropped islands. The Brazilian architect Marcio Kogan imparts his trademark penchant for massive volumes carved out of concrete slabs that somehow seem to float over the landscape while effortlessly erasing the line between interior and exterior.

‘Jonathan Cheng, CEO of the property developer Jen Capital, knew some of our projects,’ Kogan says. ‘He is a great fan of Brazilian music and architecture and felt a great empathy with our work. The design is a response to the unique site. We were very careful on how to set the houses and preserve everyone’s amazing views. Working in one of the most beautiful places in the world frightened me at the beginning.’

The units’ interior spaces are framed in locally sourced material

The results, however, are fearless while incorporating what Kogan describes as “a sense of extreme gentleness with the entire surrounding area.” Specifically, the interior spaces are framed in locally sourced material. These flow in a seamless sequence as natural stone masonry and moveable glass walls expand and contract rooms to suit the mood and occasion.

Generous bedrooms upstairs are cantilevered out over the living room to create a patio.

Meanwhile, the enormous bedrooms upstairs are cantilevered out over the living room to create a patio – kitted out with an outdoor grill and kitchenette – that’s sheltered from the elements but without sacrificing a whiff of sea-breeze. In turn, this segues into a private infinity pool.

The starting price of $3m includes a gym and yoga studio (with views, of course), tennis court and water activities centre, while a 27-hole golf course is in the works.

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http://www.vir.com.vn/savills-to-oversee-caye-sereno-villas-sale.html

International real estate advisor Savills has been asked to conduct the sales programme of the ultra-exclusive villa development firm Caye Sereno, Savills said in an announcement on September 10.

Caye Sereno recently won the ‘Best Resort Villa Development’ award at Viet Nam Property Awards 2015.

Caye Sereno recently won the ‘Best Resort Villa Development’ award at Viet Nam Property Awards 2015.

The villa project, developed by Jen Tuan Chau Company Ltd, a joint venture of Jen Capital (a Chiaphua Group subsidiary based in Hong Kong) and the Tuan Chau Group, is a unique development in the UNESCO heritage site of Ha Long Bay in northern Viet Nam.

The project was designed by one of the world’s most famous architects from Brazil, Marcio Kogan. Each beautifully appointed villa has fantastic views of the iconic limestone karsts and will offer discerning buyers a unique residence and holiday destination. The quality, style and modernity of the villas are expressed through the furniture and fittings of the rooms that have natural stone masonry and movable glass walls, which allow flexible living spaces.

The 3.3ha luxury property comprises 18 signature villas built in two main design styles of Marina Villa and Sea Villa, measuring 572sq.m to 1,519sq.m, with three to six bedrooms.

Caye Sereno combines freehold titles, beach front access, world-class vistas, and internationally acclaimed architecture, besides direct road access from Ha Noi and Hai Phong. It will be the most prestigious and unique collection of easily accessible high-end properties in Viet Nam.

Director of Savills Hanoi Matthew Powell said, “Caye Sereno is a unique proposition for Vietnamese and international luxury property investors. There are many beach villas in the region, but this location and the views uniquely stand out. The villas themselves have been designed and constructed to showcase the natural environment and meet the expectations of their future owners. We look forward to launching this project for regional and global investors.”

Savills, together with Jen Capital, will announce the details of the domestic and international sales launch in September.

Source VNS