natural finishes pair with clean modern lines at amalia savu's house in romania

amalia savu completes within a frame house

Amalia Savu’s residential interior design project is a refined exploration of contemporary minimalism infused with natural warmth. Conceived for a private client, the space in Vâlcea, Romania, combines understated luxury with functional elegance, creating a harmonious environment where materiality, light, and proportion define the experience. The concept was to create a space in constant harmony with nature.

As a result, the main focal points of the Within a Frame House are natural elements, such as the tree at the heart of the structure, enclosed in a glass cube, and the surrounding landscapes framed by large window openings that function like living paintings. The minimalist design — combining natural materials with clean, contemporary lines — was intentionally chosen to highlight the home’s greatest asset: its exceptional natural setting.

all images by Sabin Prodan

wood and stone blend with contemporary lines

The project features a palette of earthy tones, natural wood, and textured stone, balancing visual calm with tactile richness. Vertical wooden slats and monolithic surfaces create rhythm and depth throughout the open-plan kitchen, dining, and hallway areas.

Sculptural furniture pieces and integrated lighting accentuate the architectural lines, while large openings frame natural light, enhancing the spatial clarity. Architect Amalia Savu has carefully curated every element to serve both aesthetics and comfort, aligning seamlessly with the client’s lifestyle and contemporary architectural values.

Amalia Savu completes Within A Frame House

vertical wooden slats and monolithic surfaces create rhythm throughout the open-plan kitchen

the surrounding landscapes are framed by large window openings that function like living paintings 

conceived for a private client, the space in Vâlcea, Romania

a contrast of minimalist materiality

a harmonious environment where materiality, light, and proportion define the experience 

a contrast of natural warmth and clean, contemporary lines

the palette balances visual calm with tactile richness

the concept was to create a space in constant harmony with nature

project info:

name: Within a Frame — House
architect: Amalia Savu

location: Vâlcea, Romania 

photographer: Sabin Prodan

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