“Each project for me is like a small life, filled with beauty and creativity,” shares Ekaterina Yakovenko, the designer behind the spacious Bionica Villa — a 1,400 m² project in the Moscow region. Work on the interior design began at the architectural planning stage. The challenge was considerable: complete all construction and finishing work within two years. Thanks to the coordinated efforts of specialist teams and meticulous planning of timelines, resources, and schedules, the project was successfully completed. “Even during the design phase, I suggested switching from clinker brick cladding to natural dolomite, aiming for a cohesive look that would unify the house inside and out,” the interior designer reveals.
Modern technologies and trends
The homeowner envisioned a contemporary interior that would reflect the latest in smart home innovations, lighting, climate control, and ventilation systems. At the same time, a key requirement was incorporating soft, flowing lines throughout the architecture, interiors, and landscape.
Ergonomic layout
The first floor of the villa merges the living room, dining area, and kitchen into one expansive, open-plan space. This level also features an impressive spa complex with a 15-meter overflow pool, a hammam, a sauna, and a gym. A stainless-steel kitchen, designed for visiting chefs, balances functionality with style.
Auxiliary spaces, such as the server room and laundry, are strategically positioned for optimal convenience. The second floor is dedicated to private quarters, featuring five bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and a walk-in closet, along with a home office.
Interior concept, color Scheme, and textural finishes
The project revolves around smooth, bionic lines that unify the architecture, interior, and landscape, creating a sense of organic harmony. The primary color palette, agreed upon with the client at the project’s outset, includes a metallic bronze shade for the kitchen and a light palette for the furniture. The living room features a terracotta accent, displayed in a sofa by Turri and armchairs by B&B Italia.
The interior features a selection of five to six types of stone, including Fior di Bosco marble in the communal areas. Semi-precious Crystallo (onyx) by Henge adorns the ceiling, while rare granite pairs beautifully with quartzite on the kitchen backsplash and fireplace. The dining table, crafted from marble slabs with a unique natural pattern, evokes the shape of a human foot — a nod to the designer’s inspiration: “As Leonardo da Vinci once wrote, the human foot is a masterpiece of engineering and a work of art,” Ekaterina notes.
Textural combinations, bespoke décor, and art
A unique wall-painting technique lends surfaces a matte, suede-like texture. Brass accents in a warm bronze shade highlight shelves, bookcases, and master bedroom elements, adding a touch of elegance to the space. A state-of-the-art Smart Home system controls all technical processes, swiftly identifying and addressing any issues.
Elegant furniture from world-renowned brands elevates the villa’s sophisticated style: a kitchen by Key Cucine, sofas by Turri, armchairs by B&B Italia, and dining furniture by Ceppi and Poltrona Frau. A distinctive chandelier from Emmemobili, with fluid, curved shapes, completes the dining area. Custom-designed shelves with soft, rounded contours were made exclusively for this project.
The villa’s interior is punctuated by a bronze Tree of Life sculpture, commissioned from Fedor and Polina Abramov. Contemporary artworks by Dmitry Shorin bring a lightness and joy to the space, perfectly complementing the villa’s smooth, bionic lines.
