Client
Khalid Al Kindi
Location
Al Shakakit, Barka
Plot Area
1330 Sqm
Built-Up Area
1350 Sqm
The Double Height Villa, located in Al Shakakit, Barka (South Al Batinah Governorate, Oman), is a luxurious, large-scale family home designed for Khalid Al Kindi. Spanning three levels—Ground Floor, First Floor, and Penthouse—this residence offers exceptional spatial volume, thoughtful functionality, and deep respect for Omani cultural values of hospitality, privacy, and extended-family living.
Barka’s coastal location provides a serene backdrop with nearby beaches, wadis, and convenient access to Muscat, making this property an ideal blend of tranquility and modern sophistication
Ground Floor Layout
The ground level is designed as the primary zone for hospitality, daily family life, and traditional Omani welcome:
- Male Majlis – Formal receiving room with independent entrance and comfortable seating layout for male guests.
- Female Majlis – Separate, private majlis dedicated to ladies, ensuring complete cultural comfort and privacy.
- Family Hall with Open Double Height – The villa’s defining feature: a soaring, light-filled living space open to the floor above, creating a grand sense of volume and visual connection between levels.
- Guest Hall – Additional flexible reception area suitable for larger gatherings or formal events.
- Kitchen + Separate Dining Room – Modern main kitchen optimized for traditional Omani cooking, accompanied by a distinct formal dining space for family meals and entertaining.
- Outer Kitchen Block – Dedicated outdoor/indoor kitchen ideal for preparing large-scale traditional dishes (e.g., shuwa) or outdoor entertaining.
- 2 Bedrooms – Ground-level suites providing easy access for elderly family members or guests with mobility needs.
First Floor Layout
The first floor offers a calm, spacious private retreat:
- 7 Bedrooms – Generously sized secondary bedrooms, each designed with ample natural light, ventilation, and storage.
- Master Bedroom – Luxurious principal suite featuring en-suite bathroom, walk-in wardrobe, and elevated views.
- Family Hall – Upper-level lounge ideal for quiet family time, study, or relaxation, with an open connection overlooking the double-height space below.
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Penthouse Floor – Exclusive Upper Level
The top floor functions as a private, elevated sanctuary:
- 1 Bedroom – Self-contained suite suitable for privacy, guests, or older children.
- 2 Children’s Play Rooms – Dedicated spaces designed for creativity, toys, and active play.
- Maid Room – Comfortably appointed staff accommodation to support smooth household operations.
The Double Height Villa is defined by its vertical openness and structured circulation. The central family hall visually connects the ground and first floors, reinforcing a sense of unity within the large-scale layout. The layered arrangement of spaces from formal majlis areas to private bedrooms and recreational penthouse spaces ensures clear zoning throughout the home.
With its expansive built-up area and multi-level design, the villa exemplifies modern residential architecture in Barka, offering both architectural drama and practical family living.