After years in San Francisco, Egyptian- Dutch creative Jasmien Hamed and her husband relocated to Ibiza. What they found there was the home of their dreams
Jasmien Hamed with her husband, Kourosh Shah. Photo: Bénédicte Drummond
While Jasmien Hamed had found personal and professional success in bustling San Francisco, the allure of island life was always present in the background. The travel enthusiast was raised in a multicultural environment in the Netherlands with a Dutch mother and an Egyptian father, so an insatiable curiosity about the world from a young age was inevitable. In adulthood, this landed her in the urban hub in Northern California, where she worked as a stylist before launching her own handmade clothing line as an antidote to fast fashion. But after two decades in San Francisco, the urge to relocate struck again. “I’ve always sensed that Ibiza held a piece of my heart,” she says. “Each summer visit left me longing not to leave.” Eventually, she persuaded her husband, Kourosh Shah, to embark on a new chapter, and in 2021, they decided to move to the Spanish island permanently. It took the pair a year and a half to plan, with the question of where exactly they would live in Ibiza being the main focus.
The living room armchairs in bamboo and table were custom-made in Bali. The parrot artwork is by artist Jon Ching. Photo: Bénédicte Drummond
Hamed in the living room. Photo: Bénédicte Drummond
The couple first shipped their belongings by container and moved into one of their friend’s houses – “a good way to get integrated into the island social life!” Hamed says with a smile. Before departing from the US, she had some furniture made even though she did not yet know what her future home would look like. Tables, outdoor pieces, and parasols were made in Bali and shipped to Ibiza, and the timing of it all was a true alignment of stars. The day the furniture arrived, an ad appeared online, catching Hamed’s attention immediately. “It was my dream house,” the creative recalls, the excitement of the serendipitous moment still lingering. What’s more, the previous owner shared Hamed’s Dutch heritage, making the communication process seamless. Upon their first visit, the couple loved the luminosity of the 200-year-old finca (ranch), its unusually spacious living room, and the unique circular entrance hall that was modified in the 80s. The space was ideal for entertaining. A nearby small casita, once a stable that was later transformed into a recording studio, had great potential to be a charming guesthouse too. The entire property, known as Hacienda Nomad, radiated positivity, offering the ideal setting for year-round living rather than a seasonal retreat.
In the living room, the metal coffee table was made in Morocco, the ceiling light was handmade in Marrakech, and on the shelves are ceramics from the country by Très Nomad Maison. The armchairs were found at the Sant Jordi flea market on the island and reupholstered in yellow leather. Above the fireplace, the gold artwork was designed by Très Nomad Maison. Photo: Bénédicte Drummond
In the meantime, in a shift from fashion to interiors, Hamed cofounded the homeware brand Très Nomad Maison with Shah and their business partner Nicole Manfron. Considering the pair are two of the three creative minds behind this Ibiza-based interdisciplinary design studio, it was only fitting for their new domain to be decorated with pieces of their own making. Hamed’s talent for discovering and freshening up finds from auctions and antique stores also introduced an added personal touch to the surroundings, along with the initial pieces that had been shipped over. Embodying a true nomadic essence, all elements of the decor that aren’t from their brand were collected and curated to reflect the couple’s extensive globetrotting. Many are upcycled furniture items and fittings that offer a visual narrative of Hamed and Shah’s travels. One memorable acquisition came from a video call with a friend, during which Hamed spotted chairs in the background at the Palm Springs flea market and asked for the vendor’s phone number. “I purchased them over the phone and had them reupholstered in an animal print for more fun!” she quips.
The dining room features Knoll Platner chairs, with a table custom-made in Bali and designed by Très Nomad Maison. The round black rug was purchased online via Rugvista. Photo: Bénédicte Drummond
Hamed chose to keep the yellow bathroom the way it was. “I love the cheerful saffron colors of the tiles, it brings so much warmth,” she says. The towels are from Target. The tap is from Habitium. Photo: Bénédicte Drummond
As for the color scheme, Hamed went with different touches of yellow throughout the house because of its mood-boosting appeal that “goes with the vibe of Ibiza,” she explains. Overall, her talent and eye as a multifaceted designer didn’t just help to turn this property into an uplifting dream destination for herself; it also opened another stream of revenue and career direction. Not only do others simply express admiration for Hacienda Nomad when they see it, they request to rent it out now too. Even as the property is enjoyed by Hamed, her husband, and their dazzled guests, who’s to say where the creative couple might end up next.
At Hacienda Nomad, an expansive terrace enhances the entertaining space available. Overlooking the inviting pool, swaying palms bring a sense of privacy. The outdoor furniture was custom-made in Bali, designed by Très Nomad Maison. Photo: Bénédicte Drummond
An oversized vintage disco ball catches the light in the outdoor shower space. Photo: Bénédicte Drummond
The rustic kitchen emerges with a Bohemian flair. Whitewashed ceilings feature Sabina beams, blending traditional charm with modern efficiency through integrated appliances and a kitchen island. Photo: Bénédicte Drummond
The blue glasses were made in Morocco and were found at the local market. The Triton stools were designed by Clemens Weisshaar for ClassiCon. Photo: Bénédicte Drummond
A Caravane throw adorns the bed in the downstairs bedroom. Hanging above is a canvas frame covered in two-way sequin fabric, which Hamed made herself. “Each guest staying in the room has the unique opportunity to create their own drawing simply by running their fingers over the sequins,” she says. Photo: Bénédicte Drummond
The bathroom retained the old rocks from its original construction. Photo: Bénédicte Drummond
In one of the casita bedrooms, the green faux fur was sourced from a Greek online marketplace, while the cushions are from Caravane. Photo: Bénédicte Drummond
Originally published in the Fall/Winter 2024 issue of Vogue Living Arabia
