The project is an architectural response to both the natural landscape and cultural heritage of the region, with sustainability as a priority.
The beachfront retreat is carefully integrated into a 25-acre site where sand dunes rise up to 25 meters. By placing the hotel blocks at the site’s highest point with villas terraced within the slopes along the existing contours, the design minimizes site disruption while maximizing ocean views for all accommodations.
The landscape pattern reflects the lobster and prawn farms of Cam Ranh Bay, a recognizable sight for travelers arriving by air. Similarly, the hotel’s shading screens are inspired by the Khánh Hòa province’s traditional weaving techniques and the woven elements in outdoor pavilions local craftsmanship.
To withstand the tropical climate and monsoon season, the resort features brick screens, using handmade bricks from a nearby factory. The use of basalt stone, granite, and locally sourced blue stone enhances the landscape and pool finishes, reinforcing the resort’s connection to its natural surroundings. The use of local materials lowers the carbon footprint, while passive cooling techniques help reduce energy consumption.
Bio Since 2004, AFW has provided international design consultancy services from our workshop in Singapore. We have been privileged to work in many diverse environments and communities throughout India and SE Asia. Our services are bespoke and personalized to respond to the intellectual ambitions and technical challenges offered by our clients.
Understanding the particular environment, cultures, opportunities and traditions is the cornerstone of our work and a strong expression of materiality is presented through all of our projects. We maintain a strong desire to research, innovate and adapt
Other prizes Hilton Hotel and Hilton Garden Inn at Embassy Manyata Business Park, Bangalore, India - Award winner for Asia Pacific Property Awards 2020-2021 – Best Hotel Architecture Vensa One Headquarters, Hyderabad, India - Award winner for Asia Pacific Property Awards 2024/25 – Highrise Commercial Architecture Tarc Kailasa, New Delhi, India - Golden Brick Award 2024 for Luxury Project of the Year Embassy Lake Terraces, Bangalore, India - 11th CNBC-AWAAZ real estate awards 2016-17 – Best Residential project Ultra Luxury India Property Awards 2020-21 – Residential Architecture of the Year Embassy Boulevard Villas, Bangalore, India - Asia Pacific Property Awards – Residential Development 2019-2020 Embassy Springs Row Houses and Villas, Bangalore, India - Times Business Awards 2020 – Best Integrated Township G:Corp Residences, Bangalore, India - IBE India Property Awards 2020 – Most Innovative Project of the Year Times Business Awards – Best Ultra-Luxury Villa Project 2018
