Inside Dh22m Amalfi Villa on Jumeirah Bay, Dubai - in pictures

  • Swiss lawyer Pascal at his luxurious Amalfi Villa home on Jumeirah Bay Island. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
    Swiss lawyer Pascal at his luxurious Amalfi Villa home on Jumeirah Bay Island. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows let in an abundance of natural light
    Floor-to-ceiling windows let in an abundance of natural light
  • A dramatic work of art complements a double-height space without dominating it
    A dramatic work of art complements a double-height space without dominating it
  • The villa is decorated with large white corals Pascal found washed up on the beach in Fujairah
    The villa is decorated with large white corals Pascal found washed up on the beach in Fujairah
  • Pared-back minimalism dominates the architecture
    Pared-back minimalism dominates the architecture
  • Travertine rock was added to the walls and floor of the courtyard
    Travertine rock was added to the walls and floor of the courtyard
  • The courtyard and balconies overlook verdant communal gardens
    The courtyard and balconies overlook verdant communal gardens
  • The indoor and outdoor spaces flow seamlessly thanks to the use of colour and texture
    The indoor and outdoor spaces flow seamlessly thanks to the use of colour and texture
  • A floating staircase allows the light to travel through the home
    A floating staircase allows the light to travel through the home
  • Italian marble was imported to create statement walls in the bedrooms
    Italian marble was imported to create statement walls in the bedrooms
  • The home exudes a sense of calm despite its luxe decor
    The home exudes a sense of calm despite its luxe decor
  • Glass balustrades throughout encapsulate the contemporary design
    Glass balustrades throughout encapsulate the contemporary design
  • A lift services the first three floors
    A lift services the first three floors
  • The Amalfi Villas are set around communal gardens which feature a pool and gym
    The Amalfi Villas are set around communal gardens which feature a pool and gym
  • The villas are along a quiet stretch of road and have sea views
    The villas are along a quiet stretch of road and have sea views