If only all one-bed studios were like this – private pool with sundeck, big outdoor terrace, spacious living and sleeping area, and an ensuite with a spacious shower.

The owners of Two Palms had taken on a half-built shell on a small plot of land, which they wanted to transform into a thoughtfully designed studio space for nightly holiday rentals. They didn’t require a kitchen, so this allowed us to design a good-sized bedroom, and a living space that opened onto the terrace, with views out to the pool and garden.

We worked with our friends at Kain & Wares for furniture, textiles, and finishings, a kept everything simple, clean, and natural. We also added a sliding gate that opens out to the rice fields. You can book the villa here on Airbnb.

Photography by Kiearch.