The Sofitel La Corniche is a development perched on a dramatic volcanic outcrop, offering panoramic sea views. The design embraces the natural beauty of its location, with each hotel block centred around the concept of traditional courtyards, creating serene spaces that reflect the local Comoros vernacular. Every room within the hotel is single-loaded, ensuring uninterrupted sea views for all guests, immersing them in the natural splendour of the surroundings.
The hotel sits elevated on a substantial retail podium that extends over the seashore, blending the rugged coastline with vibrant commercial amenities. This podium enhances the visitor experience while integrating the natural landscape into the development, offering both a luxurious retreat and a dynamic shopping destination.
The design draws inspiration from the local architecture, incorporating patterns and motifs that capture the rich cultural heritage of the Comoros, while reflecting the refined elegance of the Sofitel brand. With its thoughtful blend of local charm and French sophistication, Sofitel La Corniche creates a unique and immersive experience that honours both the location’s heritage and the luxury brand.
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
