Surfing a completely different wave in regards to seclusion in paradise, Velaa Private Island is an enchanting, olive green wonder. The poised and pristine private island is a spectacular extravagance where personalising and tailoring the entire island to each guests’ specific needs is a plausible venture - there is no limit to the luxuries and fun. With utmost care and attention to detail, each villa comes with its own personal butler with all services and facilities being altered to personal specification, the island’s first priority is that their guests are well taken care of and for them to enjoy every single moment with the aura of serenity that the turtle haven exudes. 

Velaa Private Island’s properties promise just the perfect touch to the blissful state of the island and their NIKA Residence is an exemplary reference to this. This residence, designed by world-renowned Spanish Interior Designer Patricia Urquiola, mirrors the sole mindfulness of the nature that hugs the land that surrounds the villa. The ‘Designer of the Decade’ re-imagined one the island’s most princely four-bedroom Private Residences in 2019 where she plays with the perception between indoor and outdoor, blurring the lines between the two. This unconventional in the best way possible yet familiar and comforting space was brought to life with materials such as raffia, natural wood and earthy textiles on vertical panels to create an airy, light living space suited for the most elite tastes. 

Accommodating up to 10 guests, this 1350m2 space the residence offers plenty of space to play, relax and rejuvenate amongst the winds of paradise. With four large bedrooms, four expansive bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, a vaulted living area with dining table, a private gym and a spa room this entire work of art is elevated by the custom handmade pieces placed by the famed interior designer including Taiping carpets, Craaft bedside lamps, a chandelier made out of translucent beads and weaved leather headboards which give each bedroom a diverse je ne sais quoi. Each of the four bedrooms face the ocean stretching across the beach, a mystical splendour unlike any other.

Secluded on a private beach, the two-storey detached residences hold the most impeccable outdoor space with two gazebos for dining, relaxation and fun gatherings, the 17m pool is the central piece that brings the entire concept together. The first floor bedrooms open up to its very own massive balconies with magnificent views of the shades of blues radiating from the ocean whilst the ground floor bedrooms open right to the gigantic pool. Lush green tropics surround the entirety of the property, giving the aura of isolation on the grounds of heaven with no form of reality to bring you down to Earth. 

The NIKA Residence by Patricia Urquiola at Velaa Private Island is hands down one of the most prodigious pieces of art in the country. It’s excellence radiates to the rest of the island and builds desire to keep extending your stay.