Modern bales – traditional Balinese pavilions – create a pattern above this wall made from local volcanic rock, batu candi. The porous surface absorbs water and allows vegetation to sprout. Batu candi is also used to cover the terraced roofs of the

Modern bales traditional Balinese pavilions create a pattern above this wall made from local volcanic rock, batu candi. The porous surface absorbs water and allows vegetation to sprout. Batu candi is also used to cover the terraced roofs of the villas, where it provides thermal insulation.