Overview
Villa Ouakam is an exploration of mass, light, and the seamless boundary between indoor and outdoor living. Located in one of Dakar’s most vibrant districts, the villa stands as a serene, monolithic retreat. The architectural language is defined by clean, geometric volumes clad in a light-toned, sandy texture that reflects the bright Senegalese sun while echoing the local landscape.
Client:
Private
Year:
2022 - 2025
Category:
Residential
Location:
Dakar, Senegal
Status:
In Design
The exterior is designed with a "fortress of calm" philosophy. Deep-set windows and rhythmic vertical fins (brise-soleil) provide essential solar shading and a sense of absolute privacy from the street. However, once inside, the home unfolds into a world of transparency. The ground floor features expansive floor-to-ceiling glazing that dissolves the barrier between the refined living spaces and the lush, private garden and swimming pool.
The interiors represent Most Monto Studio’s signature approach to "Quiet Luxury." A palette of warm wood, soft stone, and tactile fabrics creates a sense of grounded elegance. Sculptural furniture and curated art pieces are framed by double-height volumes, allowing the play of shadow and light to become the primary decoration. Villa Ouakam is more than a home; it is a curated experience of stillness.
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TEAM
Partners
Omar Diouf
Project Team
Omar Diouf






