Desert Dream Mahi Matua: Rototahi o Roto Whare by Salome Gulordava

Desert Dream Mahi Matua: Rototahi o Roto Whare by Salome Gulordava is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Parahi in Hoahoa Roto Whare me te Whakaaturanga Competition Category.

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Desert Dream Mahi Matua: Rototahi o Roto Whare

by Salome Gulordava

A' Design Award Parahi Winner in Roto Whare Category

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The Design

About Desert Dream Mahi Matua: Rototahi o Roto Whare

Kuputuhi Pukapuka: Ko Desert Dream he kāinga i te Roto Lisi i Tbilisi, i hangaia hei wāhi okiokinga mai i te tāone. Ka whakakotahihia e te kaupapa te kōhatu, ngā papa raima iti, me ngā pakitara horoi kotakota, me te tuanui e piki ana ki te whitu mita te teitei i te wāhi matua. Ka honoa e ngā pakitara karaehe rere te taha o roto me te taha o waho, e mau ai te haere tonu me te māramatanga o te rā. Ko ngā taonga māpere, ngā tāpapa ritenga, ngā pakitara raima, me ngā otaota e hanga ana i tētahi tītohanga mārama. Ka tāpirihia e ngā taputapu i mahia mai i te rākau o Āwherika he āhuatanga motuhake, ā, ka whakaratohia te hiko e ngā papa hihiko o te rā, e hāngai ai te mahi ki ngā uara hoahoa pūmau.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Parahi

Ko Desert Dream Mahi Matua: Rototahi o Roto Whare te toa o te A' Design Award Parahi, he whakaaetanga tino whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa kōeke e tohua ana mā te auaha, te mahi mōhio me te whakaaro hōhonu. Ko ngā toa Parahi he mahi pukenga e rite ana, he auaha mīharo, e whakatūturu ana i te wheako nui, te whakaaro me te mōhio-ā-ringa o ā rātou kaihoahoa. E tūmanakohia ana ko Desert Dream Mahi Matua: Rototahi o Roto Whare he taonga whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he ngaio, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Parahi e whakauru ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa i te toi, te pūtaiao, te hoahoa me te hangarau, ā, he tino mīharo ki ngā taipitopito. Ka whakatutuki a Desert Dream Mahi Matua: Rototahi o Roto Whare i ngā hiahia, ka pā ki ngā hiahia, ka whakaoho i ngā kare-ā-roto, ā, ka kume i te pākiki.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Desert Dream is an innovative interior design that transforms urban residences into tranquil havens of renewal. Inspired by the deserts serene beauty, it blends a sophisticated palette of earthy tones and natural materials to create a calming, distinctive atmosphere. Its strength lies in offering an intentional escape from city life, symbolizing rejuvenation and a reimagined present, making everyday living a restorative experience.
Dimensions & Packaging: The residence has a total interior area of 350 m², featuring open living spaces, private bedrooms, and a dedicated workspace. Ceiling heights range from 3.2 to 7 metres, and technical specifications adhere to ISO metric standards.
Tags: Desert inspired interior, Contemporary home design, Sustainable architecture, Interior sanctuary, Minimalist warm design, Natural stone and wood, Floor to ceiling glass, Indoor outdoor connection, Solar powered home,
Production Technology: inspired by desert landscapes and urban needs, the design process involved mood boards, sketches, and 3D modelling to explore spatial harmony, light, and textures. Natural stone, wood, and glass were chosen for their tactile and sustainable qualities, while floor to ceiling glazing and sliding systems created a seamless indoor outdoor connection.
Design Challenge: The hardest part was designing a home that counters the density and noise of the city while staying modern and functional. Internally, the challenge was to balance aesthetics with psychological needs for calm. Externally, limits in materials, production and construction required creative use of glass systems, natural finishes and solar energy. These constraints were overcome through design choices that resulted in a space both sustainable and enduring.
Research: The research for this project was conceptual and user centered, with the goal of designing a home that directly contrasts urban stress with natural calm.
Our methodology included mood boards, site analysis, and 3D modelling. We gathered data from environmental studies and lifestyle observations, with a focus on urban dwellers seeking a retreat from the fast pace of city life. The results highlighted a strong need for openness, light, and tranquility.
These insights directly informed the design, leading to the integration of desert inspired materials, greenery, and solar energy. This project demonstrates how architecture can have a profound impact by restoring well-being and inspiring a more sustainable way of living.
Inspiration: Inspiration for the project was drawn from the tranquil beauty of the desert. The design concept captures the harmonious balance between vast, simple landscapes and the vibrant life of an oasis. This is reflected in the material palette, which uses soft, neutral tones of shifting sands and contrasts them with greenery. The result is an urban retreat that transforms everyday living into a serene, rejuvenating experience.
Project Duration: Georgia / tbilisi
2023-2024
Operation Flow: Desert Dream is a sanctuary designed to blend indoors and outdoors. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass walls create a seamless connection between the house and nature. Spaces adapt from bright, sunny days to cosy, warm nights. This fluidity allows residents to rest, recharge, and escape the city’s energy, creating a daily rhythm of freedom and calm.