The Lighthouse

Crafted from the ground up, this Palm Jumeirah home has been five years in the making – and interior designer Carrie Das was very involved in its development and design. From a blank plot, the home has been developed into a deeply personal sanctuary, shaped by an unwavering commitment to detail and design integrity.

“From day one, I worked hand in hand with the architect to ensure that every spatial decision balanced beauty with everyday life,” Das shares. “Slab heights were planned to allow seamless ceiling finishes; window placements were aligned with interior sightlines and the horizon beyond. At the centre of the home, a sculptural three-level staircase became not only a striking design gesture but also the anchor connecting each floor in quiet rhythm.”

The palette chosen was intentional yet effortless. Warm wood from Lobo & Listone and travertine flooring play a pivotal role, grounding the house in natural texture and creating a continuity that runs throughout. Its quiet presence enhances the calm atmosphere, allowing the furnishings and architectural gestures to unfold gradually, room by room.

Every detail was considered, from concept to sourcing to procurement, site coordination and final styling. The result is a home full of restrained surprises, where every corner feels both deliberate and personal.

“This project also marked a turning point. While it began during my years as partner at DIG Interiors, midway through I launched my new firm, Studio SuCo. I remained fully involved, guiding the project through to completion and ensuring that the vision, and the trust placed in me by the client, carried though seamlessly,” she shares. “The collaboration stands as a reminder of why we design: to create spaces that don’t just look extraordinary; but feel deeply lived in and truly at home.”

Photography: Kayla Simone