New Wave

Inspired by superyacht design, Mark Bullivant has created a contemporary Miami residence overlooking Biscayne Bay.

- Joanne Molina

To capture the spirit of Miami means having an ability to feel its natural rhythm and cadence. For his latest US project in Di Lido Island – a neighbourhood in Miami’s South Beach – Mark Bullivant, Director at SAOTA, was able to design a residence that speaks of its lush tropical surrounds, while creating a contemporary design destination for yearround entertaining of clients with a jet-set lifestyle.

The firm’s design philosophy was essential in its very natural approach to designing the 1670-square metre project area of the property. “SAOTA’s design DNA is derived from the South African way of living, which places emphasis on the outdoors as people live both in and through their homes; to create great liveable spaces, both indoor and outdoor,” says Bullivant.

“This relies on rooms having good aspect and natural light, while at the same time delivering protection from the elements. The demanding brief on the pie-shaped lot meant that we needed to introduce courtyards within the depth of the floor plan to achieve these objectives.”