In Almaty, Kazakhstan, at the foot of the mighty Trans-Ili Alatau mountains, a residence has been built that redefines the concept of a contemporary family home. The Nomad House, a three-storey villa with an area of 660 square metres, combines design discipline with the calming aesthetics of Japandi and subtle references to Kazakh tradition. It is a space designed as a refuge, but also as a place open to change, travel and the daily celebration of life. The interior was designed by Arailym Yerlanova.
The first two levels, totalling 351 square metres, form the everyday zone for a family of five. Natural light flows freely through the bedrooms and spacious living rooms, emphasised by a height of 3.2 metres. The focal point of the house is the impressive seven-metre-high double-height living room, which brings a sense of breath and freedom to the interior. It is a place where architecture works with light and proportions create a sense of harmony.
The interiors have been designed with attention to every detail. Marble and wood create a coherent, muted material palette, while complex, subdued colours lend the space an elegance devoid of ostentation. Throughout the house, solutions and furnishings from brands such as Villeroy & Boch, Hansgrohe, Laminam, Salini Luche, Lazoni and 101 Copenhagen can be found. Almost every bedroom has been complemented with a wardrobe, emphasising the functional nature of the design.
Level -1 reveals a space that goes beyond the typical understanding of a basement. A private leisure centre with a full-size cinema room is planned for 180 square metres. Next to the recreation area is an extensive utility area, including a large laundry room equipped with Miele appliances and separate rooms for storing seasonal items. These facilities support the daily organisation of life while remaining discreetly hidden.
The third level, measuring 130 square metres, opens onto a panoramic terrace with a view of the mountains. It has been designed as a space for relaxation and meetings, where you can both rest and entertain guests. Two terrace areas — one on the ground floor and the other on the top level — seamlessly extend the house to the outside, strengthening its relationship with the surrounding landscape.
The project, to be implemented in 2023–2024, is the result of close cooperation between the investors and the design team. The Nomad House combines modernity and rootedness, subtlety and strength, privacy and openness. It is a contemporary interpretation of a nomad’s home — a place that is stable yet inspiring to… move. Rooted, yet ready for change.
design: ArailymYerlanova
photos: EvgeniyRazdobarin
styling: SayaDaniyar
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