SERENITY RESORT
- CATEGORY ARCHITECTURE + INTERIOR + LANDSCAPE
- AREA 5 ACRE
- LOCATION WAYANAD
- YEAR 2018
- STATUS   COMPLETED
PREVIOUSLY ON SITE
Accessed through a forested slope, the 5-acre land unfolds into a vast green expanse featuring the serene Banasura Lake, surrounded by lush woods. This idyllic setting offers dream-like experiences, enhanced by bridges and boats that add to the enchantment.
The client emphasized the resort’s seamless integration with the landscape, urging us to maximize the use of the existing panoramic views. Structures are carefully positioned to harmonize with the tranquil environment, providing guests with an immersive and rejuvenating experience amidst the natural beauty of the surroundings.
CLIENT’S TAKE
Within minutes of our conversation with the client, their request became evident – they desired a space that embodied chic simplicity and elegance, with a focus on making impactful statements.
Our greatest challenge was to develop climate-appropriate solutions that embodied a strong sense of place, proudly rooted in vernacular traditions that had been largely overlooked in the aftermath of colonialism. These solutions ranged from overhanging eaves to deep verandas, effectively blurring the boundaries between ‘indoors’ and ‘outdoors,’ a hallmark of tropical design.