V Penthouse by Badie Architects is a Raw Sanctuary

The V Penthouse by Cairo-based Badie Architects explores an architecture-first approach to contemporary living that prioritises material honesty and spatial coherence. Located in the verdant neighbourhood of Maadi, the residence is designed as a deliberate balance between industrial rawness and artisanal precision. It unfolds as a controlled study in contrast, where every surface, junction, and finish is calibrated to serve both form and function.

At its core, the space is driven by clarity and cohesion. The fireplace acts as an architectural anchor at the heart of the living area, quietly organising the open plan without resorting to visual noise. Around it, the material palette is tightly controlled, privileging continuity. Self-leveling concrete across both floors and walls creates a seamless, monolithic skin that dissolves traditional thresholds and emphasises spatial fluidity.

Steel cladding wraps structural volumes adding a sculptural quality, giving weight and permanence to the interior. Polished stainless steel doors and visible ducts double as both functional infrastructure and aesthetic statement, pushing the industrial character forward without overplaying it. To counterbalance these striking materials, raw wood elements are strategically integrated, bringing warmth, texture, and a natural contrast to the overall composition

The V Penthouse integrates smart home technology with the same level of precision applied to its architecture. Lighting, climate, security, and entertainment systems are fully automated and controlled through a centralised interface, allowing the space to respond easily to its users. This digital layer is designed to be discreet to support the spatial experience without interrupting it. 

That balance between form, function, and future-thinking is core to the studio’s approach. “Every design decision within the V Penthouse reflects an uncompromising dedication to material authenticity, spatial clarity, and the future of avant-garde living,” lead architect Mohamed Badie explains. 

Every furnishing choice reinforces the architectural language beyond being solely ornamental. High-end pieces from Fendi, Minotti, Flos, and Cassina are curated to match the penthouse’s material ethos, without detracting from the spatial narrative. In the bedroom, a full marble bathtub becomes the sculptural focal point, while a handpicked Kahhal Persian rug introduces texture, heritage, and a quiet nod to craftsmanship.