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Lakeside Resort at Begnas Lake
Lekhnath Municipality
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Project Background ............................................................................................................... 1
1.1.1 Resort Scenario in Nepal ............................................................................................... 1
1.1.2 Tourism in Nepal ........................................................................................................... 2
1.1.3 Major tourist activities ................................................................................................... 3
1.1.4 Major Tourism Site ........................................................................................................ 6
1.2 Project Introduction .............................................................................................................. 9
1.3 Justification of study area (Site) ........................................................................................... 9
1.4 Significance of the project .................................................................................................. 10
1.5 Aims and Objectives ........................................................................................................... 10
1.6 Scope of the project ............................................................................................................ 10
1.7 Methodology of the research .............................................................................................. 11
CHAPTER 2: STUDIES AND RESEARCH ............................................................................... 13
2.1 Literature Review................................................................................................................ 13
2.1.1 Introduction to Resort .................................................................................................. 13
2.1.2 Types of resort ............................................................................................................. 14
2.1.3 Basic theory of Resort Planning .................................................................................. 16
2.2 Design Considerations ........................................................................................................ 19
CHAPTER 3: CASE STUDIES.................................................................................................... 30
3.1 Domestic Case studies ........................................................................................................ 30
3.1.1 Fish Tail Lodge, Pokhara ............................................................................................. 30
3.1.2 The Fulbari Resort, Pokhara ........................................................................................ 36
3.1.3 Grand Norling Hotel‟s Resort, Kathmandu ................................................................. 43

3.2 International Case Study ..................................................................................................... 46
3.2.1 Kiana Resort, Costarica .............................................................................................. 46
3.3 Comparison Table ............................................................................................................... 48
CHAPTER 4: SITE ANALYSIS .................................................................................................. 49
4.1 Location and Setting of Site ................................................................................................ 49
4.2 Existing Infrastructure ........................................................................................................ 50
4.3 SWOT analysis ................................................................................................................... 51
4.4 Climatic condition............................................................................................................... 52
4.5 Site Justification .................................................................................................................. 52
4.6 Bye-laws around Begnas Lake............................................................................................ 53
CHAPTER 5: PROJECT REQUIREMENT FORMULATION................................................... 55
5.1 Program Analysis ................................................................................................................ 55
5.2 Detail Requirements............................................................................................................ 56
5.3 Functional distribution of space .......................................................................................... 58
CHAPTER 6: DESIGN CONCEPT ............................................................................................. 59
6.1 Rationale for Resort Design ................................................................................................ 59
6.2 Concept of Planning ............................................................................................................ 59
6.3 Architectural expression ..................................................................................................... 60
6.4 Zoning ................................................................................................................................. 60
CONCLUSION ............................................................................................................................. 64
BIBLIOGRAPHY ......................................................................................................................... 65
ANNEXES .................................................................................................................................... 66
List of Figures
Figure 1: Tourist arrival by purpose of visit 2012 ........................................................................................ 2

Figure 2: Tourist arrival by age group .......................................................................................................... 2
Figure 3: Tourist arrival and their spending in 11 years ............................................................................... 2
Figure 4: Growth of toursist in ACAP .......................................................................................................... 2
Figure 5: Research Methodology ................................................................................................................ 12
Figure 6: Resort Planning Diagram ............................................................................................................ 18
Figure 7: Typical Bedroom types................................................................................................................ 21
Figure 8: Functional diagram for small library ........................................................................................... 23
Figure 9: Typical Functional Layout .......................................................................................................... 24
Figure 11: Typical Dinning Layout ............................................................................................................ 25
Figure 10: Typical Kitchen Layout ............................................................................................................. 25
Figure 12: Service area dimension .............................................................................................................. 26
Figure 13: General Swimming Layout........................................................................................................ 28
Figure 14: Typical Layout for Sauna .......................................................................................................... 29
Figure 15: Fishtail Lodge ............................................................................................................................ 30
Figure 16: Birds eye view of resort ............................................................................................................. 31
Figure 17: Reception ................................................................................................................................... 32
Figure 18: Restaurant .................................................................................................................................. 32
Figure 19: Heritage Room .......................................................................................................................... 33
Figure 20: Palm Court ................................................................................................................................. 33
Figure 21: Swimming Pool ......................................................................................................................... 34
Figure 22: Spa Unit ..................................................................................................................................... 34
Figure 23: Waste Disposal Area ................................................................................................................. 34
Figure 24: Fitness Unit................................................................................................................................ 35
Figure 25: The Fulbari Resort ..................................................................................................................... 36
Figure 26: Location Map ............................................................................................................................ 36
Figure 27: Reception ................................................................................................................................... 37
Figure 28: Traditional Facade ..................................................................................................................... 37
Figure 29: Dinning area .............................................................................................................................. 38
Figure 30: Bed Room .................................................................................................................................. 38
Figure 31: Conference Hall ......................................................................................................................... 39
Figure 33: Site Plan..................................................................................................................................... 40
Figure 34: Ground Floor Plan ..................................................................................................................... 41
Figure 35: First Floor Plan .......................................................................................................................... 41
Figure 36: Second Floor Plan ..................................................................................................................... 42
Figure 37: Third Floor Plan ........................................................................................................................ 42
Figure 38: Grand Norling Resort ................................................................................................................ 43
Figure 39: Location of Places from Resort ................................................................................................. 43
Figure 41: Bed Room .................................................................................................................................. 44
Figure 40: Honeymoon Suit ........................................................................................................................ 44
Figure 42: Main Block ................................................................................................................................ 44
Figure 43: Norling Hall ............................................................................................................................... 44
Figure 47: Parking Area .............................................................................................................................. 45
Figure 44: Garden ....................................................................................................................................... 45
Figure 46: Lighting Outside ........................................................................................................................ 45
Figure 48: Site Plan..................................................................................................................................... 46
Figure 49: Bird Eye View ........................................................................................................................... 46

Figure 50: Outdoor Environment ................................................................................................................ 46
Figure 51: Evening View ............................................................................................................................ 46
Figure 52: Swimming pool ......................................................................................................................... 46
Figure 53: Outdoor Sitting Deck ................................................................................................................. 47
Figure 54: Bed Room .................................................................................................................................. 47
Figure 55: Accommodation Type 1 ............................................................................................................ 47
Figure 59: Location Map ............................................................................................................................ 49
Figure 58: Top View ................................................................................................................................... 49
Figure 60: Existing Construction ................................................................................................................ 49
Figure 61: Panoramic View from Site ........................................................................................................ 50
Figure 62: View of Site from ground level ................................................................................................. 50
Figure 63: View of Begnas Bazaar ............................................................................................................. 51
Figure 64: Proposed Site ............................................................................................................................. 54
Figure 65: Site Section ................................................................................................................................ 54
Figure 66: Royal Trek Route ...................................................................................................................... 59
Figure 67: Ripple Effect of Water............................................................................................................... 59
Figure 68: Zoning and Linkage ................................................................................................................... 63
Figure 69: Form Evolution Diagram ........................................................................................................... 63
Figure 70: Model View – Northwest .......................................................................................................... 67
Figure 71: Model View - Northeast ............................................................................................................ 67
Figure 72: Model View – Southwest .......................................................................................................... 68
Figure 73: Model View - Southeast ............................................................................................................ 68
Figure 74: Top view – Northwest ............................................................................................................... 69
Figure 75: Top view - Southeast ................................................................................................................. 69
Figure 76: Bird‟s eye view – Northeast ...................................................................................................... 70
Figure 77: Bird‟s eye view – Southwest ..................................................................................................... 70
Figure 78: View of Mother Unit ................................................................................................................. 71
Figure 79: View of Health Club.................................................................................................................. 71
Figure 80: View of Double bed suit ............................................................................................................ 72
Figure 81: View of playground ................................................................................................................... 72
Figure 82: View of Amphitheatre ............................................................................................................... 73
Figure 83: View of Punctured Wall ............................................................................................................ 73
Figure 84: View of Swimming Pool ........................................................................................................... 74
Figure 85: View of Pavillion....................................................................................................................... 74
Figure 86: View of Parking......................................................................................................................... 75
Figure 87: View of Jogging Track .............................................................................................................. 75
Figure 88: Interior view – Double bed suit ................................................................................................. 76
Figure 89: Interior view – Twin bed suit .................................................................................................... 76
CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION
1.1 Project Background
1.1.1 Resort Scenario in Nepal1

Nepal is a multi-ethnic, multi lingual and multi-cultural country, where one can enjoy all the
colorful parts of paradise. It is the country with highest mountain peak, deepest river gorge, and
living goddess. The country has diversity in its population, ecological context, culture and
language- offering many sectors of tourism as natural, cultural and wildlife. Having all these
wide range of natural diversity, it is essential in Nepal to develop various income generating
activities that will help to uplift the national economy, Introducing special destination that
attracts domestic as well as foreign tourist. For this resort can be a place where people can boost
their intimacy with the nature along with quality space and services. The main aim of the resort
is to create a space for the tourist as well as local people with all facilities and services.
In Nepal most of the resorts are either mountain resort, jungle safari resort, village resort or lake
side resort and so on. Main aim of resorts is to create desired hospitality and services taking care
of the smallest thing for guests and also to provide job opportunity for local people there by
uplifting the overall economy of that place up to some extent.
Tourist hotels and resort with rated standard is for different purpose and the target group is also
different but at the same time, they perform similar functions to some extent. Both are the units
of tourism sector and primary service client is tourist. Tourists are the people who travel for
recreational, leisure or business purpose. According to world tourism organization, tourist are the
people who travels to and stay in places outside their usual environment for not more than one
consecutive year for leisure, business and other purposes. Nepal has short history of receiving
formal tourist and it has not been more than half a century.
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1.1.2 Tourism in Nepal2

Tourism is the largest industry in Nepal, and the largest source of foreign exchange and revenue.
Possessing 8 of the 10 highest mountains in the world, Nepal is a hotspot destination for
mountaineers, rock climbers and people seeking adventures. Nepal is the country where Mount
Everest, the highest mountain peak in the world, is located. Mountaineering and other types of
adventure tourism and ecotourism are important attractions for visitors. The government of
Nepal declared 2011 to be Nepal Tourism Year, and hoped to attract one million foreign tourists
to the country during that year. The tourist industry is seen as a way to alleviate poverty and
achieve greater social equity in the country. The world heritage Lumbini, birthplace of Gautama
Buddha, is located in southern Nepal, and there are other important religious pilgrimage sites
throughout the country. The government of Nepal has also declared Lumbini Tourism Year 2012
to promote Lumbini - the birthplace of Lord Buddha.
Figure 4: Growth of toursist in ACAP Figure 3: Tourist arrival and their spending in 11 years
Figure 2: Tourist arrival by age group

Figure 1: Tourist arrival by purpose of visit 2012
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According to Nepal's Ministry of Tourism, major tourist activities include wilderness and
adventure activities. Some of major tourism attractions are:
1.1.3 Major tourist activities3

1. Mountain Climbing
The 800 km stretch of Nepal Himalayan is the greatest in the world with eight peaks that rise
above 8000m including the highest in the world, Mt. Everest. Ever since the country opened its
peaks to climbers in 1994, the Nepal Himalayas has become the great theatre of mountaineering
activities that provides impetus to thousands of men and women to meet the ultimate challenges.
2. Trekking
The best way to experience Nepal‟s unbeatable combination of natural beauty and culture riches
is to walk through them. One can walk along the beaten trials or virgin tracks, making it an
experience for a life time. Along with forests of Rhododendron, isolated hamlets and small
mountain villages, birds, animals, monasteries and breathtaking landscapes, one will encounter
friendly people of different cultures offering a fascinating glimpse of traditional rural life.
3. Bird Watching
Nepal is a paradise for bird lovers with over 646 species (almost 8% of the world total) of birds,
and among them almost 500 hundred species are found in Kathmandu Valley alone. The most
popular bird watching spots in Kathmandu are Phulchoki, Godavari, Nagarjun, Bagmati river,
Taudaha and so on. Get your binoculars and look forward to a rewarding experience.
4. Mountain Flight
Only awe-stricken silence can come close to matching the experience of going on a mountain
flight to encounter the tallest mountains on earth. Mountain flights offer the closest possible
aerial views of Mt. Everest, Kanchenjunga and the Tibetan Plateau. Mountain flights appeal to
all category of travelers and have become a popular tourist attraction of Nepal. For those who are
restricted by time or other considerations from going for a trek, these flights offer a panoramic
view of the Himalayan in just one hour.
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5. Rock Climbing
For all those cliffhangers out there, Kathmandu offers a roster of stone walls that make for an
experience of a lifetime. Now of late, Rock climbing has become a popular sport in Kathmandu,
which offers some really terrific places for rock climbing. Nagarjun, Balaju, Shivapuri and
Budhanil Kantha are some of the places where one can try this sport.
6. Rafting/Kayaking/Cannoning
Rafting is one of the best ways to explore the typical cross section of natural as well as ethno-
cultural heritage of the country. There are numerous rivers in Nepal which offer excellent rafting
or cannoning experience. You can glide on calm jade waters with munificent scenery all about or
rush through roaring white rapids, in the care of expert river-men employed by government
authorized agencies. One can opt for day of river running or more. So far, the government has
opened sections of 10 rivers for commercial rafting. The Trisuli River (Grade 3+) is one of the
most popular of Nepal‟s raftable rivers. The Kali Gandaki (5-5+) winds through remote canyons
and deep gorges for five days of intense rapids. The Bhote Koshi (4-5) is 26km of continuous
white water and the raging Marshyanghi is four days of uninterrupted white water. The Karnali
River (4-5) provides some of the most challenging rapids in the world. The Sun Koshi (4-5),
7km, requiring 8-10 days to complete, is a big and challenging river. Adventurers are provided
with world-class services by rafting agents. Agencies here provide life jackets, camping and the
standard rafting paraphernalia needed by world-class rafting. An extremely popular sport in
Europe, cannoning is now available in Nepal. Cannoning gives you the freedom to explore some
of the most ruggedly beautiful, yet forbidden places in the world.
7. Hot Air Ballooning
Hot air ballooning is very popular with tourists for it affords the most spectacular bird‟s-eye
view of the Kathmandu valley and the Himalayan ranges towering in the background. On a clear
day it‟s a superb way to view the Himalayan (from over 6000m up), and the view of the valley is
equally breathtaking.
8. Bungee Jumping
The ultimate thrill of a bungee jump can now be experienced in Nepal at one of the best sites that
this sport can boast of anywhere in the world. Nepal‟s first bungee jumping site is situated 160m,
over the Bhote Koshi River, inviting you to experience the ultimate adrenaline rush in the
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surroundings of this amazing place. The jump, at 160m., is staffed and operated by some of the
most experienced jumpmasters in the business.
9. Paragliding
Paragliding in Nepal can be a truly wonderful and fulfilling experience for the adventure
seeking. A trip will take you over some of the best scenery on earth, as you share airspace with
Himalayan griffins‟ vultures, eagles, kites and float over villages, monasteries, temples, lakes
and jungle, with a fantastic view of the majestic Himalayas.
10. Ultra light Aircraft
Ultra light aircraft take off from Pokhara and offer spectacular views of the lakes, mountains and
villages. This is an ideal way to see life from a new perspective. The choice of Pokhara Valley
for ultra-light aircraft is appropriate chiefly because of the proximity of the mountains, and the
scenic lakes. For those who wished they could fly birds when growing up, this flight is a must. It
might be lonely at the top, but this flight is a must. It might be lonely at the top, but the
spectacular view from up high certainly makes it all worth it. Flights are from the Pokhara
airport beginning September through June. The flights take place from sunrise to 11 a.m. and
from 3 p.m. to sunset every day during these months.
11. Mountain Biking
The best way to explore the Kathmandu Valley is on a mountain bike. Nepal‟s diverse terrain is a
mountain bikers dream adventure comes true. Mountain biking offers an environmentally sound
way of exploring this magnificent country, its landscape and living heritage. There are plenty of
dirty roads and trails in Nepal to meet every mountain biker‟s wildest fantasy. Mountain biking
is specially recommended if you wish to explore urban centers of Nepal such as Pokhara and
Kathmandu as well as the countryside. Adventurous souls may plan extended trips to such exotic
locales as Namche Bazaar, and western Nepal. You could even do the entire length of Nepal
across the plains. Mountain bikes are available for rent by the day or longer in many of the
bicycle rental outlets in Nepal and around the city.
12. Jungle Safari
National Parks located specially in the Terai region in Nepal attract visitors from all over the
world. A visit to these parks involves game- stalking by a variety of means-foot, dugout canoe,
jeep, and elephant back. One is bound to sight a one – horned rhino or two at every elephant
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safari. Besides the rhinos, wild boars, samburs, spotted deer, sloth bear, four-horned antelope are
also usually seen. A Royal Bengal tiger may surprise you by his majestic appearance.
1.1.4 Major Tourism Site4

1. Kathmandu
Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal, is one of the world's oldest cities. The old part of the city,
with narrow medieval streets and lovely little shrines, centers on the Durbar Square. One can
find distinctive pagoda-roofed temples, stone sculptures, old monasteries and historic
monuments in Durbar Square.
2. Bhaktapur
Bhaktapur or also known as Bhadgaon, is a museum of medieval art and architecture with many
fine examples of sculpture, woodcarving and colossal pagoda temples consecrated to different
gods and goddesses. The city is shaped like a conch shell-one of the emblems of the god Vishnu
and was founded by King Ananda Deva in 889 A.D. Pottery and weaving are its major
traditional industries. The city lies fifteen kilometers to the east of Kathmandu. The city is 1,402
meters above sea level.
3. Patan
The ancient name of Patan is Lalitpur which means a city of beauty. It is indeed a city of beauty
and grace and is planned on a circular format with Buddhist stupas at each of the four points of
the compass. The city is three Kilometers south-east of Kathmandu across the river Bagmati.
Like Kathmandu, its center of attraction is Durbar Square complex, situated right in the middle
of the market place. The city is full of Buddhist monuments and Hindu temples with fine bronze
gateways, guardian deities and wonderful carvings. Noted for its craftsmen and metal workers, it
is also known as the city of artists. It is believed that the city has been built during the reign of
Vira Dev in 299 A.D.
4. Dhulikhel
Dhulikhel is scenic and town situated 30 kilometers east of Kathmandu on the Arniko Rajmarg
(Kathmandu Kodari Highway). From here one can have a panoramic view of the Himalayan
range. From the main town, a short visit to Namobuddha, with stupa and Buddhist Monastery is
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highly recommended site to visit. Panauti, a village noted for its numerous temples with
magnificent woodcarving, is a short distance from Dhulikhel.
5. Pokhara
Pokhara, an enchanting city nestled in the tranquil valley, is the starting point for many of
Nepal‟s most popular trekking and rafting destinations. The serenity of Phewa Lake and the
magnificence of the fish-trail summit of Machachhapuchhre (6,977m) rising behind it creates an
ambience of peace and magic. The valley surrounding Pokhara is home to thick forests, gushing
rivers, clear lakes and the world famous views of the Himalayas. Situated 200 km west of
Kathmandu, the city is connected by air and road not only from Kathmandu but from other parts
of the country. Pokhara offers magnificent views of Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machchhapuchhre,
five peaks of Annapurna and other peaks.
6. Begnas Lake5
Begnas Lake is also one of the famous lakes situated in the eastern part of Pokhara valley, at a
disrtant of 15 km from Pokhara. It is surrounded by hillocks and greeneries except to the south
which is entrance to the lake. Tourist can relax in the lodges and resort situated along the
lakeside. There is also small local bazaar for shopping for local souvenirs and essential goods.
The main attraction point of the lake is birds watching, swimming, fishing, hiking, horse riding,
boating, bird watching, etc. The spot is idealic place for peace and tranquility.
7. Lumbini
Lumbini, the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautam, the Shakya prince and the ultimate Buddha, the
Enlightened One, is the pilgrimage destination of the world‟s millions of people faithful to all
schools of Buddhism. UNESCO lists this nativity site, identified by Indian Emperor Ashoka‟s
commemorative pillar as a World Heritage Site. The main attraction of Lumbini remains the
Sacred Garden which spread over 8sq km, possessing all the treasures of the historic area. The
Mayadevi temple is the main attraction for pilgrims and archaeologists alike. Here we find a bas
relief of Mayadevi, Lord Buddha‟s mother giving birth to him. Standing west to the Mayadevi
shrine is the oldest monument of Nepal, the Ashoka Pillar. Emperor Ashoka erected the pillar in
249 BC to commemorate his pilgrimage to the sacred site. To the south of the pillar, we find the
sacred pond, {Puskarni} where Queen Mayadevi had taken a bath just before giving birth to
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Nepal tourism statics 2012, Government of Nepal, Singha Durbar, Kathmandu
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Lord Buddha. Places of various interest surrounds the area There are other places of interest too
nearby. It is accessible by air from Kathmandu to Bhairawa. From Kathmandu it takes about
eight hours by bus or car.
8. Chitwan
Chitwan is one of the finest national parks in Asia, renowned for its concentration of wildlife and
top class tourist lodges, which provide the opportunity to see animals in their natural habitat.
Chitwan which means the „heart of the jungle‟ is among the last surviving example of the
continuous band of forests and grasslands, which once extended from the Indus River in Pakistan
to the Burmese border. The main attraction here is the Chitwan National Park, One of the largest
forests regions in Asia teeming with wildlife such as the rare great one-horned rhinoceros,
several species of dear, sloth bear, leopard, wild boar, fresh water, dolphin, crocodile, more than
350 species of birds and the elusive Bengal tiger. Chitwan National Park is listed in the
UNESCO World Heritage Site (natural) list. Visitors to Chitwan may enjoy elephant back
excursions, nature walks, canoe trips and jungle treks. There are several authorized agencies to
organize such safaris. Visitors may also take a river raft, first driving from Kathmandu to the
river Trishuli or Seti Khola. The five-hour drive to Chitwan (165km overland) from Kathmandu
is filled with thrilling views of the hills, rivers and plains with jungles on either side.
9. Muktinath & Jomsom
It is believed that all miseries / sorrows are relieved once you visit this temple (Mukti=Nirvana,
Nath=God). The famous temple of Lord Muktinath lies in the district of Mustang and is situated
about 18km northeast of Jomsom at an altitude of about 3,749m. The main shrine is a pagoda
shaped temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Set into the wall around it is 108 waterspouts from
which pour holy water. The temple is situated on a high mountain range and is visited during fair
weather. There are two ways to get to Muktinath from Kathmandu. Either take a direct flight
from Kathmandu via Pokhara to jomsom and hike for 7-8 hours via Kagbeni or trek all the way
from Pokhara which takes 7-8 days. It is believed that one should visit this temple after
competing pilgrimages of four Dhams in India. This temple is held sacred by Hindus as well as
Buddhists. The Jwala Mai temple nearby contains a spring and an eternal flame fed by natural
gas underground. Jomsom is a major center in the Annapurna region. There is a world-class
accommodation facility in Jomsom from where one can enjoy remarkable natural beauty.
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1.2 Project Introduction

Resort is a place used for relaxation or recreation. The concept of resorts originated in Nepal
along with the promotion of tourism development. Resort has come a long way in short period of
time. Nepal owes many resorts of different types like mountain viewing, wildlife safaris, village
resorts and scenic panoramas. Resort literally means a place whose purpose is to provide visitors
recreation and relaxation. Today more functions have been added to its utility like outdoor sport,
conference and exhibitions, a venue for physical fitness, hospitality units etc.
The proposed project is to be constructed in Begnas Bazaar, Lekhnath. It will be the attraction
destination for both international and domestic tourist which provides favorable space for their
holidays/vacations. It could be used for other special proposes like get-togethers, sports,
recreation, meeting, conference, etc. The site possesses potential for Lake and Mountain View,
trekking, mountain biking, bicycling, swimming, etc.
1.3 Justification of study area (Site)6

Begnas Bazaar is situated at 15km east of famous tourist attraction city Pokhara. It is also
composed of beautiful natural scenic view of mountain as in lakeside in Pokhara city. It is very
famous for hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, bird watching, etc. Also the lake lies as one of
the route in famous “The Royal Trek” which is one of the shortest treks that follow a shrub like
path along the foothills of Annapurna, north of the Pokhara valley. The route of trek is Vijayapur
– Suru – Kalika Thulakot – Syanglung – Chisapani – Rupakot – Sundari dada – Begnas Taal. So
Begnas is very much feasible for tourist destination. However, in present context, the place is not
well developed in the tourism sector. There are only about 7 hotels feasible for tourist in context
of infrastructure and also no any service centre can be found nearby. So designing resort as the
tourist attraction destination plays the vital role in tourism industry in that place.
Also the area is quite and sparsely populated with modern building. The plot is at the higher land
from where one can have beautiful panoramic view of mountain Annapurna range and also
Begnas Lake. There are no any industrial buildings nearby and also the site is connected along
the road which heads to Rupa Lake which is also one of the advantages for the tourist attraction
point of view.
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Paryatan in Nepal, an article by Damodhar Pandey, 2013
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1.4 Significance of the project

In Nepal, most of the foreigner travel for vacation and pleasure and are in need of decent place to
stay. Also the practice of travelling and taking vacation off from the usual busy life is being
popular in Nepali society too. So Tourism business is one of the important sectors in economic
development of the country. Hence, hospitality sector deserves the proper attention and plays
vital role in economic development of the particular place of a country.
1.5 Aims and Objectives

The main aim and objectives of the project are as follows:
o To create an attraction destination for both international and domestic tourist
o To provide pleasing atmosphere throughout their stay
o To flourish the tourism business of that particular place
o To provide the employment opportunities to the local people
o To promote famous trekking route of that particular place
o To represent as a unique landmark of the city and tourist attraction place.
1.6 Scope of the project

Tourism is big business in Nepal. Local people can benefit and develop their lives out of poverty
with tourism. The income to be derived from the tourism in convertible foreign currency is great
boon to the city which minimizes the problem of poverty. This sector was appearing as one of
the emerging employers in the tourism business till recent past. So, many scope of resort is
increasing day by day with the increase of tourist every year especially in Pokhara. Also, Begnas
Bazaar is so rich in its natural beauty, panorama view of mountain, lake, bird watching,
swimming, etc. like in Pokhara city. It is also very famous for its trekking route. Hence, this
town needs to be provided with opportunity to take advantage of its potentialities.
Though Begnas bazaar has very much potentialities of tourism business, in present context, the
place is not well developed in particular sector. There are less hotels and resorts feasible for
tourist. The proposed project is targeted as the tourist attraction destination national and
international who are looking for the vacation and holidays or weekend off their usual life. The
project has great scope in increasing the tourist activities and hence plays the vital role in
improving the socio-economic condition of the place.
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1.7 Methodology of the research

The whole project is divided into different stages and according to order of each stage every task
will be completed. The sequential stages are explained as follows:
I. Literature review
First of all literature survey and collection of data is primary steps for any project. Literature
review will make us understand our problem and helps to work on it towards the final solution.
So, for my project knowledge are acquired through review of literature such as related books,
articles, journals, reports, bulletins, magazine, discussions with seniors and teachers, etc.
II. Data collection
The review of literature will help to carry out collection of required data on various aspects.
These data and information will be gathered from different sources such as field visits,
questionnaire survey, literature study, and different published matters.
III. Project frame working
After gaining required knowledge on project the next step is to make project framework.
According to requirement of my project the framework is made.
IV. Case studies
For the purpose of this thesis, study of malfunction building as well as buildings with specific
functions was conducted. From case study, I became familiar with interrelationship between
different function and the essence that binds them together, the technical aspects required for the
resort, spaces for various activities such as information centers, health club, accommodations,
etc. The confusion from literature survey was removed from case studies. For above requirement
case studies will be conducted in following institution:
o Fistali Lodge, Pokhara
o Fulbari Resort, Pokhara
o Grand Norling Resort, Kathmandu
o Kiana Resort, Costarica
V. Project formulation
The next important step is programmed formulation. Analyzing the available data/ information
and with the help of design standard: spatial and other requirement is formulated.
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VI. Site analysis

Site study is another main step before beginning of any project. It covered different aspects like
social, cultural, religious aspects of society, geographical features of site, its topography,
infrastructure, and climatic aspects as well as potentially and weakness of the site. Climatic
aspects are prominent during site analysis. So the climatic situation of Begnas Lake was studied
in detail.
VII. Conceptual /schematic design
According to requirement and site condition, zoning and conceptual design was done.
Refinement of requirement will be done for further development of design.
VIII. Design development
Different aspects of architecture are incorporated during design development. Finalization of
design and report writing the last stage is final design and preparation of report. Incorporating all
the suggestion from thesis supervisor and other teacher the final design is prepared.
Figure 5: Research Methodology
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CHAPTER 2: STUDIES AND RESEARCH
2.1 Literature Review
2.1.1 Introduction to Resort7

Resort is a recreational complex which attracts visitors for holidays and vacations. It is
compound of the building which is located in the natural scenic area providing lodgings,
entertainment and relaxing environment to people on vacation. The term resort is sometimes
misused with a hotel that does not provide the other amenities required of a full resort. However,
a hotel is frequently a central feature of a resort. The main difference between a resort and hotel
is its location. Hotels are mostly located in urban areas but resorts are built away from city areas
with one or more natural importance. Natural importance may be water or forest or mountains or
others where many activities like: sunset, sunrise, jungle safari, hiking, trekking, elephant ride
etc. In hotels there are mostly inner activities going on but resorts give equal importance to
things that are performed outside.
Wikipedia defines “Resort as a place used for relaxation or recreation.” It differ from a hotel in
the sense that where the hotels are mostly located in the urban setting are designed for a shorter
stay, resorts are the set in rural area, away from the noise of the busy city and are designed for
longer stay. Resorts are also ideal place for holding events, meeting and conferences. Hence they
should provide facilities that would entertain the guest for the longer period of time. It would
also arrange for the excursions and trekking, etc. generally resort are located at the area of scenic
recreational sites where people spend a vacation.
o Planning Requirement
The front of the house and back of the house should be well planned so that the activities on back
of the house are not witnessed by the guests. For this purpose, separate space should be provided
for the guest and staff.
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o Environment requirement
Resort should be situated on a beautiful natural setting, pollution free environment and far from
the busy city. The vehicular access around the area should be provided.
o Landscape requirement
The landscape design of the resort play the vital role in the resort design hence it should be well
planned taking account of the natural topography and natural setting of the site. Sufficient
properly designed outdoor space should be provided which include lush gardens, place to play
games, family outing, etc
Characteristics of good landscape
1. An Invitation to Enjoyment: Entry
o Front gardens and exterior facade create a first impression for resort visitors
o Landscaping i.e. hard and soft in the front are the most important parts of a cohesive
design
o Reflects the architectural style of the resort and sets the mood for guests during their
stay
2. A Focus on Location
o Built away from city area with one or more natural importance i.e. water, forest,
mountain etc.
o A place where people can boost their intimacy with the nature
3. Escapes with a view
o Mountainous panoramas, tropical seascapes, and stunning scenery are usually the
core of these features
4. Outdoor dining and entertainment
o To allow hotel guests to take advantage of their location is to integrate food, drinks,
and entertainment into the landscape design.
o Luxurious bars, dining facilities, and even dance floors are often found outdoors
2.1.2 Types of resort

All Inclusive Resort
All-inclusive resorts provide all of the common amenities of a resort and, at a minimum,
unlimited food, drink, sports activities, and entertainment at a fixed price per person. Therefore,
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guests at an all-inclusive resort simply, pay one price to have an unlimited amount of food, drink
and activities.
Mountain Resort
Mountain resort is a resorts located on or at the base of the mountain. Activities include down-
hill skiing, cross-country skiing, snow moiling, sightseeing and more.
Beach resort
Beach resort is a resort that is located on or within a short distance from a major beach. Many
beach resorts have activities that include snorkeling, kayaking, scuba diving, parasailing and
boating.
Golf resorts
Golf resort include a resort that either have an on-site golf-course or are located within a
reasonable distant from one or more golf courses. Some accommodation at these resorts will
come with golf passes to allow guest to play the course free of charge.
Island resorts
Island resorts are the resort located on a island. Resort amenities usually including snorkeling,
sun bathing, swimming and fishing, boating, parasailing and kayaking along with other type of
water sports.
Lake resorts
Lake resort includes any resort located directly on or very near a lake. Most travelers visit lake
resorts to go boating, fishing, swimming or water skiing.
Luxury resorts
A luxury resort is a very expensive vacation facility which is fully staffed and often boasts many
visitor activities and attractions such as golf, water sports, spa and beauty facilities, skiing,
natural ecology and tranquility. A luxury resort is an elite luxury property which exhibits an
exceptional high degree of customer‟s service and hospitality. A luxury resort will commonly
also feature a superb architectural interior and exterior design as well as an interesting physical
location.
Ski Resorts
Ski resorts are located within or close to a ski area or ski village. Many ski resorts have other
activities to engage in besides skiing and snowboarding, such as snowmobiling, sledding, horse-
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drawn sleds, dog-sledding, ice-skating indoor swimming, hot-tubing, game rooms, and local
forms of entertainment.
Tropical Resorts
Tropical resorts are located within tropical climate. A guest staying at a tropical resort will
include year round warm and sunny weather.
Destination Resort
A resort is sometimes called a destination resort. This is a common usage when the facility
provides food, drink, lodging, sports, entertainment, and shopping within the facility so that
customers have no need to leave the facility once they arrive. Commonly these facilities are of
higher quality then would be expected if one were to stay at a hotel or eat in a town‟s restaurants
and Aspen, Colorado are examples of this, as are many of the larger hotel casinos in Las Vegas,
Nevada.
2.1.3 Basic theory of Resort Planning8

A resort is basically divided into two parts: Front of the house and Back of the house. As far as
planned circulation is concerned there must be a mixing of the house service with those of the
back of the house. The guest should not be aware of everything that is taking place at the back of
the house. The two functions must be kept separately and yet so interrelated that both function
smoothly, efficiently and economically.
Back of the house
Two objectives for planning the back of the house are control and efficiency. Foodstuff,
housekeeping supplies and a great many other item must be received out of sight of the hotel
guest. Such receiving is usually done at a loading deck, which should be covered so that the
deliveries are not stolen at the time of delivery.
The major part of the back of the house is:
o Laundry facilities
o Housekeeping department
o Food and beverage service
o Mechanical and maintenance space
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Front of the house

The front of the house comprises every area of that the guest will see. These spaces must be
handled and planned with one thought in mind the convince and continued approbation of the
guest. The major fronts of the house service are:
o Main entrance
o Reception and lobby
o Cashier
o Administration
o Guest rooms
o Restaurant facilities
o Conference hall
o Recreational area
Functional Relationship
o Separation of the guest and service areas
o No cross circulation: distinction between front and back house
o All catering be on the same level as kitchens and directly related
o Organization of back of house as separate as possible
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Figure 6: Resort Planning Diagram
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Front-of-House
The Front Office
Front office is the nerve center of the resort. The planning, marketing and coordination of the
resort‟s current ad future activities are accomplished in the executive offices nearby, where long
term staffing and maintenance programs are planned and scheduled.
Communications
The activities at the resort front office and desk
o Guest relation and rooming services
o Reservations and reservation control
o Uniformed services
o Reception and check-in
o Room key control
o Guest contracting
o Departures
o Cashier, accounting for revenue generated by guests
o Mail and messages
o Distribution of information to other departments, such as room occupied an departures
times
o Telephones
The housekeeping operations

This is to maintain the high standards of cleanliness in guestrooms and public spaces. Sparkling
clean room attract return guests. Housekeeping maintains and cleans the following areas:
o Front desk: computerized co-ordination of information concerning room cleaning for
check-in, checkout and occupancy status. Bell service may handle laundry and cleaning
pick-up and delivery for guests.
o Guestrooms: Systematic cleaning, restocking and checking procedures.
o Coordination with the engineering and maintenance department.
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o Security: Housekeeping controls floor keys for guest rooms

o Food and beverage: Coordinating room service and cleaning and laundry.
o Health care: In-house doctor‟s office and clinic have special cleaning needs.
o Activities and attractions: maintaining exhibits-historical, crafts and arts center.
o Other: Special events, installation of new equipment and facilities, renovations, additions
and expansions.
Administration area
o Welcoming area/ arrival plaza
o Reception office
o Managers room
o Baggage area
o Conference/meeting room
o Separate offices for one to three people
Conference room
Conference room is a multipurpose venue equipped with listening and viewing facilities. It is
generally used for presentations and seminars and video conferencing. There has been a
significant shift in the context of video data used for presentations.
o Main conference hall (150 capacities): 1.2 m2 per person
o Meeting room
o Green room
o Common room
o Rest room
Front Office
o Front desk reception
o Advance reservation office
o Money exchange Facility
Lobby
o Should be located near the reception area
o Comfortable seating should be provided
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o Luggage store area
Peace and privacy (Accommodation)

The tourist needs privacy especially in the accommodation shelter. The degree of privacy
depends upon locations, which, as designed, should be optimum in meditation centre. Of course
one may not always confine oneself in the meditation centre for the want of peace and privacy.
Thus, peace and privacy should always be the bottom line of the construction concepts of the
tourism village. So has the attempt been made in making of this complex.
o The accommodation business is essentially directed towards the lettering of guest rooms.
o It should be either in separate low-rise buildings or in scattered condominium buildings.
o The guest bathrooms should be luxurious.
o Providing outdoor terrace or balconies for each room can enhance the resort setting.
o Access for housekeeping, room service and maintenance must be carefully planned to
ensure efficiency without unnecessary disturbance of guest.
o Each room or unit must be numbered or named so that it will be easy for services.
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Figure 7: Typical Bedroom types
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Type Size(Sq.m)
Twin 2 Twin Bed 1x2
Double –Double 2 Double Bed 1.35x2
Queen 1 Queen Bed 1.5x2
King 1 King Bed 2x2
California King 1 King Bed 1.8x2
Oversize Twin 2 Twin Bed 1.5x2
Queen-Queen 1 Double Bed And Convertible Sofa
Double-Studio 1 Queen Bed And Convertible Sofa
King-Studio 1 King Bed And Convertible Sofa
Parlor 1 Convertible Sofa
Wall Bed 1 Wall Bed
Guest Characteristics13
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Reading section
o For some visitors who wish to gather information related to the area or the country a
small library may serve as a information center for written documents, books, articles and
even magazines.
Natural lighting
• Effective use of day lighting can reduce energy consumption.
• Uncontrolled day lighting can cause glare and damage sensitive material.
• Using shading devices to control glare.
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• Readers normally dislike change of temperature.
• The correct relationship of air temperature 25% radiation and 75% convection of heat.
• The recommended for reading rooms and open access area is 22°C in summer and 20°C
in winter.
Figure 8: Functional diagram for small library
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Service and service charge

Quick service with reasonable charge could be the major attraction of this complex. Other
services like transportation, communication and so forth could help sustain the project.
Emergency service is a must. Emergency service should include the medical, first aid, fire and
security. The means to these services would be efficient communication, internet, telephone,
email and fax. All these facilities should make available at very reasonable rice to the guest at the
centre.
Health and cleanliness
Tourist need healthy and clean environment and surrounding. Quite as well as safe living is an
essential part of the industry; one must feel at home in every sense of the world. An unsafe
environment will not be conducive for tourism promotion at all. Food they are served should be
hygienic and tasty, too.
Restaurant
Figure 9: Typical Functional Layout
The requirement for restaurant varies according to its type and volume. The various factors
affecting the requirement are production and storage requirement, type of operation, frequencies
of deliveries of supplies and kind of food used. The space requirement is calculated on the basis
of:
o Volume and type of service
o Amount and size of equipment to be used
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o Number of workers required

o Space for needed supplies
o traffic area
o dining areas
Kitchen Layout
o Approximate space planning for kitchen space are:
o Main restaurant kitchen area: 1.4 m² per cover
o Banquet space and service area: 0.2 m² per cover
o Coffee shop kitchen: 0.3 m² per cover
o Allow 50% extra for other faculties: changing room, staff
facilities, toilets etc
Dinning Layout
Figure 10: Typical Kitchen Layout
o Table size vary with no. of persons:
o For 2 persons: 600x600
o For 4 persons: 600x1100
o Area of restaurant: 1.3-1.9 m² per person
o Ratio of service area to total area: 25-50%
Figure 11: Typical Dinning Layout
The total number of seats required at one time, multiplied by the space required for each will
give the total number of square feet needed in the dining area. The number of times a seat is
occupied during a given period is referred to as turnover. The turnover per hour, times the
number of seats available, gives the total number of customer who can be served in an hour. The
turnover time usually varies from 10 minutes to 2 hours.
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Serving area
o The space requirement for serving area is influenced by the menu, organization of work
and number served.
o The counter length should be regulated by the variety and volume. An estimate used for
finding width is 14 ft. this allows 4 ft as patron lane space, 1 foot tray slide a 2 ft 6 inch
counter width 44 inches for workers and 2 feet 6 inches for back bar.
o Fast food units where food moves directly from production to consumer require the least
service space
Figure 12: Service area dimension
Receiving and storage areas

o This area is based on the volume and type of items received and stored
Dishwashing area
o The space required for dishwashing area depends on the methods and equipment used.
o Methods for storing and transporting dishes influence the space needs.
Space estimates
Depending upon the type of food service to be planned a general estimate of the total building
size can be obtained by relating it to the number of seats to be provided. The estimated square
footage of the total space per seat can be given as follows
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Gym Hall
Gym, a standard form of gymnasium refers to facilitate intended for indoor and sports or
activities. Gyms are sometimes referred to a health clubs. Today the term gymnasium is used in
the sense os a sports facility. Gym today are multi-use facilities, offering a range of sporting and
physical activities, alongside such things as massage and other things usually attributed to a
health spa.
Meditation
Meditation is often recognized as a component of Eastern religions, where it has been practiced
for over 5,000 years. It has also become main stream in Western culture. It encompasses any of a
wide variety of spiritual practices which emphasize mental activity or quiescence. Meditation
can be used for personal development, or to focus the mind on god. It is done to reach positive
and holistic health.
Meditation room reflects our feelings, interests, beliefs, attitudes, passions, desires, dreams, and
our spirit. A meditation room is a place of healing and rejuvenation. Meditation rooms are
supposed to provide the perfect tranquility, the ultimate in a calm and peaceful space and area.
Things that are used in meditation should give peaceful environment. Meditation room should be
simple and free from clutter. Simplicity is vital in meditation room use of pleasant color like
white, light color.
Snooker and Pool
The overall size of full sized billiard table is 4m x 2m. The actual playing area is 3.5m x 1.75m.
The clear playing space of 2m around the table is desirable. The flow space of 8m x 6m is
required for actual play area. The minimum clear space is 1.6 m used then total playing area can
be reduced to 6.75m x 5m; the permanent or retractable seats are acceptable.
A firm floor finish is required. The scoreboard of six 900 mm x 50 mm screwed on the wall to
the close. The table should be well protected when not in use.
Swimming pool
o Care must be in choosing construction methods, finishing material, mechanical,
electrical, and space requirement as per using members.
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o Treatment of water and changing of water must be considered
Pool capacity and bathers (for ratio 3:2)

o 1 person per 20 sq. Ft. Of pool and deck area combines
o For male, 1 w/c combination, one laboratory & 1 urinal for first 100 bathers
o 1 w/c combination extra for 150 then 200 additional bathers.
o For Female, 2 w/c combination-first 100 bathers
o 1 w/c combination- 75 additional bathers
o 2 shower heads min-100 first bathers, 1 additional for 50 F bathers.
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Paddling pools
o Water area 100 to 400 sq.m

o Depth of water 0.00 to 0.50 m
o Above 200 sq.m the pool is divided into several sections with varying water depth
Swimming pool
o Water area 417-1250 sq.m

o Depth of water 1.8 m
o Pool sizes depend on the number of swimming
lanes
Lanes Pool width Pool length Figure 13: General Swimming Layout
6 16.66m 25
6 16.66m 50
8 21m 50
10 25m 50
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Sauna17
The sauna is more than a method of bathing for many it is a type of physical cleansing, almost a
ritual, and it is now an essential part of all modern sports facilities.
Figure 14: Typical Layout for Sauna
Back-of-House
o Back of house supports function that enhances the basic revenue-producing activities of
the resort.
o Departmentalization
o Departmental descriptions
o Operational scope and function
o Housekeeping
o Food and beverage
o Service
o Location
Room Service
Room service is one of the most important parts of resort. The room service may be 24 hrs. for
most luxury resorts. The essential factors of good service are
o Quick delivery to the room
o Keeping food hot
o Good presentation
o Carts with heating units, plug-in-toasters and coffee pots are used.
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CHAPTER 3: CASE STUDIES
3.1 Domestic Case studies
3.1.1 Fish Tail Lodge, Pokhara18

Location : Lakeside, Pokhara
Year of construction : 1969-04-23
Number of guest units : 3 Heritage, 12 Palm Court and 45 Garden Terrace
Max. Number of guests : 120
Figure 15: Fishtail Lodge
Other facilities on site : Outdoor bar, fishing, bird
watching, swimming pool, Restaurant, boating
Site area : 25 Ropanies
Parking Facilities : 30 + number
Access methods : 200 Km. to the west of Kathmandu
Principal attractions in area : transportation to lodge on its shuttle-floats
Concept of Fish Tail Lodge
The main concept of Fish Tail Lodge is to provide panoramic views of the Himalayan ranges
making it a unique round resort. It was a Royal Family property and resting place of Royal
family in the past.
Location and Access

Fish Tail Lodge is located at 200 Km. to the west of Kathmandu Valley which is suitable for
both business and leisure guests. The resplendent valley of Pokhara is a stunning combination of
glorious mountain ranges, verdant green canyons carved by underground water system and
serene lakes. It is situated on the peninsula which is projected in Fewa Lake and is connected
with the base of densely forested hill.
Planning
The resort planning is in the flat land, in the South West section of Pokhara which is built on a
serene peninsula extending from the base of a densely forested hill into a Fewa Lake. There is
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not any official design of the resort. Only zoning was done during the Royal Period.
Figure 16: Birds eye view of resort
Special feature of the resort

The Fish Tail Lodge offers the majestic views of the Himalayas and serene lake making it a
unique lake resort. It is situated on the peninsula of the Fewa Lake on one side and dense forest
hill on the other. Guests are received by transporting them through its shuttle-floats or boat. It is
a small resort which is beneficial for tourist who likes to be away from their busy life and the
crowded cities. The hotel consists of unique round cottage with central dining hall, a spacious
bar and indoor fireplace overlooking the western Himalayan Ranges with beautifully set lush
gardens.
Architectural Style
Fish Tail Lodge follows traditional architecture based on local materials and cultural contexts.
The entire block seems an organic architecture which blends with nature. The paved stone
footsteps show the direction for the destination. The hotel consists of unique round cottages
which creates a courtyard system with central dining hall, spacious bar with an indoor fireplace
and beautiful landscaping.
Vernacular Architecture is present to blend with natural setting on the area on which resort is
built. Indigenous building materials are used such as in accommodation blocks and in furniture
as well.
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Brief description
Reception:
The reception and restaurant is at the same
block which is circular in plan. The
reception is just at the front of the
restaurant. To the left of the reception is
rest room. Dressed stone is used in the
facades of the reception. Figure 17: Reception
Architectural Style : Traditional

Materials Selection : Decorative wooden finishing on the ceilings, dressed stone exposed
façade and wooden door and windows. At the left side pictures of VIPS who had visited the
resort.
Restaurant and Bar

Way to the restaurant and bar is through the reception. The bar is just located to the right side of
restaurant and centrally traditional fire place is located. It has a capacity of 126 people at a time
with circular forms and has a large window which gives enough light and view toward lake and
garden. It has outdoor dining capacity of 50 people overlooking toward the lake. Sky light is
provided at the center of restaurant.
Figure 18: Restaurant
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Room Description
Garden Terrace : 45 twin bed
Palm Court : 12 twin bed
Heritage : 3 twin bed
Heritage Room
All the heritage room have attached baths with running
hot and cold water, air-conditioning/heating, TV, phone
and refrigerators. 6 rooms are inter-connected for the
heritage room. These rooms are for VVIP; PM, Minister,
President and foreign delegates. The rooms have view
towards the lake and Himalayas. Also it is provided
Figure 19: Heritage Room
outdoor garden and sitting area.
Palm Court
Palm court is well facilitated with facilities like air-
conditioning, bath tub, TV, refrigerator, telephone
etc. It is a two storied building with 12 rooms having
6 rooms in each floor. Palm court has bathtubs and
private balconies that offer excellent mountain and
lake views. Figure 20: Palm Court
Garden Terrace
Garden terrace is a round cottage with a unique feature. 45 Garden terrace rooms, central dining
and bar contained in five rounds and 3 heritage room with 12 palm court room blend in harmony
with the landscape. It has outdoor sitting area and garden.
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Conference or Seminar Hall

The multi-functional conference hall can comfortably accommodate 50-60 guests at a time. Fully
equipped with state of the art audio-visual equipment and a supporting business center, the hall is
the premier venue for social events, corporate meetings and conventions.
Swimming Pool
It has a beautifully designed infinity swimming pool
for guests to seek a cool and refreshing respite from
the tropical heat. The design was inspired from the
natural contours of Fewa Lake.
Figure 21: Swimming Pool
The Spa
One can relax lower stress level and experience a
feeling of glorious well-being and improved health.
It can accommodate 5 people at a time. The sublime
treatments, the energizing activities, the beauty
programs offered to ensure that equilibrium is fully
restored. Figure 22: Spa Unit
Service
Solid Waste Management
Waste water is collected in the tank and is used for plants. The waste
materials which can be decomposed are dumped inside the resort.
The waste coming out from kitchen and dry waste which cannot be
decomposed is dumped by the help of vehicle. Waste water from
kitchen, bathroom, laundry, and toilet is managed by the same pipe
line.
Figure 23: Waste Disposal Area
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Recreation
A tempting choice of indoor and outdoor recreation
facilities includes an outdoor swimming pool, a well-
equipped gymnasium, spa and an entertainment
center.
Figure 24: Fitness Unit
Guard House
It has guard houses adjacent to the entry gate. Entrance for the guests and staffs are through the
same gate.
Merits
o Suitable location for resort
o All the rooms provide beautiful natural view of Himalayas and Fewa lake
o A round cottage with its unique feature
o Good natural environmental setting
o An outer dinning space provides romantic and spectacular view of Himalayan ranges and
Fewa Lake.
o 24 hours security
o One can laze around in the garden or take a day hike.
Demerits
o No separate area for children
o Lack of indoor facilities like table tennis and billiard.
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3.1.2 The Fulbari Resort, Pokhara

o Location : Rambazar, Pokhara
o Established : 1998
o Architect : Kothari Associates, India
o Contractor : Manakamana Cable Car,
Chitwan
o Interior : Desman Deselveria & Figure 25: The Fulbari Resort

Company, Hongkong
o Landscaping Designer : Peter Jemrad, Netherland
o Number of guest units : 151 Delux, 4 Junior Suit and 9 Landmark Suit
o Max. Number of guests : 328
Other Facilities on site

4 Restaurants with Hanging restaurants, several gazebos, 3 conference halls, swimming pool
with outdoor bar, golf course, outdoor tennis court and badminton court, center, spa, staff
accommodation, store rooms, extensive network of walkways, maintenance shed, playing area
for children, pond
o Site Area : 400 Ropanies
o Access Methods : 15 minutes drive from Pokhara Airport.
Principal Attractions in the area

View of Annapurna Himalayan Range, swimming pool with cocktail bar, golf course, outdoor
long tennis & badminton court, children‟s playing area, separate pond, casino, hanging restaurant
Concept of the Fulbari Resort
The main concept of The Fulbari Resort is to capture the charm and elegance of exceptional
Nepalese setting while offering the very best accommodation, service and facilities,
complimented by a world class designer spa and health farm with Nepal‟s Western Himalayas.
Location and Access
One of the greatest hotels of the World, conveniently located just
25 minutes domestic flight from Kathmandu and merely 15
minutes‟ drive from Pokhara Airport Fulbari Resort & Spa is
perfectly located for both business and leisure guests to Pokhara,
which is 200 Km west of Kathmandu.
Figure 26: Location Map
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Special feature of the resort

The Fulbari Resort & Spa is an idyllic resort which captures the charm and elegance of
exceptional Nepalese setting offering the very best accommodation, service and facilities,
complimented by a world class designer spa and health farm. It offers a peaceful, relaxed
atmosphere, privacy when preferred and attentive service.
The Fulbari Resort is framed by the foothills and majestic peaks of Annapurna Mountain
Ranges, verdant green canyons carved by underground water system and serene lakes.
The Fulbari Resort comprises three-storied buildings, finished with first class brick with fantastic
interior. All rooms offer an incomparable style of simplicity and elegance with private balconies
and are appointed to ensure total comfort.
Brief Description
Reception
Reception, restaurant, bars and accommodation units are at the same block which is rectangular
in form. There is a large waiting space and gazebo in the lobby. Separate receptions for travel
desk, spa desk, conceive desk is available at the lobby. From the lobby, reception is reached.
Figure 27: Reception
Architectural style:
Traditional style, Use of 1st class brick, marbles and tile for floor
finishing, terrazzo flooring, dressed stone, Jhingati tiles, wooden
carved windows, decorative wooden finishing on the surface.
Figure 28: Traditional Facade
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Restaurant and Bar

Restaurant and bars enters through the reception where bar is located at the right of the lobby and
rectangular fire place is located at the end of bar. One can enjoy the exotic blends and tastes in
any of seven food and beverage outlets.
The following restaurants have the following capacity at a
time:
Masala Bazar : 80 persons
Indoor seating : 78 persons
Outdoor (Café Dec) : 150 persons
Komagane : 30 persons
Hanging Garden: 100 persons Figure 29: Dinning area
Kitchen
The large spacious kitchen with a separate bakery section lies immediately at the ground floor
and is provided with a chimney. The kitchen has a height of 12‟ and is rectangular in shape with
an approximate size of 30‟ x 60‟. It has ceramic tiles up to 3‟ high all over the walls. The sinks
are provided at 3‟ from the level and have tiles as flooring element. A store room for food and
beverage is provided adjacent. Natural light and ventilation is not sufficient in the kitchen as it
has only small windows as ventilation.
Accommodation
Contemporary designs abound in 164 well-appointed
deluxe rooms and suites, commanding a breathtaking view
of the Himalayas and landscapes. All rooms offer an
incomparable style of simplicity and elegance. The rooms
have private balconies and are appointed to ensure total
comfort. Figure 30: Bed Room
Room Description
o Super Deluxe : 151 nos.
o Junior suit/ Honeymoon Suit : 4 nos.
o Land Mark Suit : 9 nos.
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All rooms have attached baths with hot and cold water, air conditioning/heating, TV, telephone
and refrigerator. Externally, the building is constructed of 1st class brick. Internally it is well
facilitated with sleeping area, reading tables. The interior is complete with closets and pictures, a
very homely environment indeed.
Conference or Seminar Hall

A multi-functional conference hall can comfortably
accommodate 70-300 guests at a time. Fully equipped with
state of the art audio visual equipment and a supporting
business center, the hall is the premier venue for social events,
corporate meetings and conventions. It has three conference /
event rooms. The Marshyanri Hall can accommodate 300 and the Figure 31: Conference Hall
other two can accommodate 70 and 150 respectively for meetings or events.
Recreation
A tempting choice of outdoor and indoor recreation facilities include tennis courts, badminton
courts, an outdoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi, a well-equipped gymnasium and an
entertainment center. One can laze around in the garden or take a day hike. Pony rides and bird
watching are equally fun and relaxing.
Swimming Pool
It has a beautifully designed swimming pool for guests to seek
a cool and refreshing respite from the tropical heat. The
design was inspired from the natural contours of Fewa Lake.
The pool includes an open Jacuzzi. There is a cocktail bar and
two restaurants: Hanging garden and Komagane at the
swimming pool with a refreshing drink, stone exposed façade at Figure 32: Swimming Pool
bar gives attractive and beautiful look.
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The Spa
The sublime treatments, the energizing activities, the beauty programs offered to ensure that
equilibrium is fully restored. One can relax lower stress level and experience a feeling of
glorious well-being and improved health.it can accommodate 15 people at a time.
Analysis
Positive aspects
o Fire exits at every points
o Smoke detectors and artificial lighting at equal interval.
o Terrace for each room
o Provision of children play area
Negative Aspects
o Not well managed
Figure 33: Site Plan
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Figure 34: Ground Floor Plan
Figure 35: First Floor Plan
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Figure 36: Second Floor Plan
Figure 37: Third Floor Plan
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3.1.3 Grand Norling Hotel’s Resort, Kathmandu19
Figure 38: Grand Norling Resort
General Introduction
Location : On the way to Sakhu road, Mulpani, Kathmandu
Total area : 25 Ropani (136900 sq.ft )
Total rooms : 25 standard and suits
Total guests : 130
Site Accessibility and Feasibility
o Easily accessible from vehicular road
o Closely surrounded by World Heritage
Sites – Bajrayogini temple, Boudhanath
Stupa and Pashupati Temple.
Figure 39: Location of Places from Resort
o One can go to hiking, cycling, jungle walk
Service Features
o Guest rooms
o Restaurant and Bars
o Multipurpose hall
o Swimming pool
o Spa, massage and Gym
Space and circulation

o Each guest room is provided private balcony with beautiful view of surrounding
o Common gathering space provided for guest
o Honeymoon suit at top floor
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o Well managed landscape

o Sitting space provided in the garden area
o Paved stone footpath defines direction
Figure 41: Bed Room
Figure 40: Honeymoon Suit
Architectural Style
o Brick exposed façade and sloped roof with concrete tiles
o Also dome roof with gajur
o Carved windows
o Large openings for better site view
Construction material and Technology

o RCC construction technology.
o Brick finished external walls
o Brick cladding in interior
o Marble and granite used for flooring
o Wooden parquet in guest room Figure 42: Main Block
o Timber doors and windows
o Concrete tile as a roofing element
Capacity
o Norling Hall : 1200 sq.ft, 240 person
o Rose Garden : 400 capacity sitting
o Poolside : 100 Person
o Shimpo Restaurant : 30 person
o Dutsi Bar : 20 person
Figure 43: Norling Hall
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Figure 44: Garden Figure 45: Swimming Pool
Analysis
Positive aspects
o Provision of room for old people and handicapped at
ground floor
o Beautiful and clean surrounding
o Emphasis given to land scape
o Decorative lighting in the garden
o Terrace for each room
o Provision of children play area
Figure 46: Lighting Outside
o Well managed swimming area
Negative Aspects
o Parking space not maintained
Figure 47: Parking Area
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3.2 International Case Study
3.2.1 Kiana Resort, Costarica 20

Location : Pacific coast, Costarica
Total villas : 31
Total guests : 100
Total area : 5.6 acre, 2,43,936 sq.ft
Figure 48: Site Plan
Principal attraction in site:
Swimming pool with beach bar, restaurant, spa, beach front site with rainforest-covered
mountain, Gym, situated at the sea beach. The resort is influenced from traditional house in
Costarica. It is one of the best places for tourist to spend time and holidays. One can view the sea
and beach. Due to tropical climate, building materials are dried mud reinforced with wood,
bamboo etc.
Figure 50: Outdoor Environment

Figure 49: Bird Eye View
Construction Technology
o 23‟ vaulted ceiling with exposed teak beams in living room
o Spacious roof decks with palapa (palm roof) perfect for viewing the starry night sky
o Furniture throughout the villa in a dark wood stain for a contemporary and elegant
tropical design.
o Art in every room from local Costa Rican artists.
o Stucco walls in natural colors and weather-treated clay tile and teak wood detailing
Figure 52: Swimming pool Figure 51: Evening View

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Figure 54: Bed Room Figure 53: Outdoor Sitting Deck
Area Analysis
o Restaurant/bar : 8119 sq.ft

o Service/spa/gym : 6530 sq.ft
o Reception/office/retail : 6041 sq.ft
o Accommodation : 57790 sq.ft
o Parking : 27346 sq.ft
o Swimming pool/deck : 30134
o Open space/circulation : 114017 sq.ft
Figure 55: Accommodation Type 1
Figure 57: Accommodation Type 2 Figure 56: Accommodation Type 3
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3.3 Comparison Table

Fishtail Grand Norling Kiana Literature In proposed
Components Fulbari Resort
Lodge resort Resort Review design
•Manager •Manager •Office area
•Manager Office: 24
Office : 140 Office: 185 109.54 sq.m
sq.m •Record area
sq. m sq.m
Administration 550 sq.m •Central service
•Reception: •Reception: 24
•Reception: 18 sq.m area 16.82 sq.m
18 sq.m sq.m
•Display area
Common Space: 100

Reading Section _ 150 sq.m _ 2.5 sq.m per 34.41 sq m
sq.m
Conference Hall _ 120 sq.m 110 sq.m _ 0.9-1.1 sq.m per 211.30 sq.m
Auditorium _ _ _ _ 0.5 sq.m per _

•1.3-1.9 sq.m
350 sq.m 90 sq.m 490 sq.m
per
7.5
Restaurant 850 sq.m 120 max person
150 max sq.m/person •Service area:
50 person capacity (4 sqm per
person 25-50%
person)
Souvenir Shop _ _ _ _ Min width: 5m 40 sq.m
•90 sq.m villa •30 sq.m bedrm Suit: 30 sq.m

18 sq.m 290 sq.m
Accommodation D. Bed: 35sq.m
bedrm villa
•25 sq.m bedrm •35 sq.m max bathrm Villa: 75 sq.m
Spa: 3 @
Spa: 40 sq.m
18sq.m 603 sq.m
Swim Pool: Water area:
Recreation 350 sq.m 600 sq.m
140 sq.m Swim Pool: 220 417-1250 sq.m
sq.m Swim pool:
Gym: 35 450 sq.m
sq.m
For 3 persons
Staff Quarter _ _ _ 35 sq.m per 114.68
110 sq.m
Car: 3x5 sq.m 373.88 sq m
Parking 500 sq.m 2500 sq.m 300 sq.m 2400 sq.m Bike: 30 bikes
1.2x2.5sq.m 20 cars
Accommodation Villa: 12
60 164 suits 25 suits 31 villas _
number Suits: 39
Target Group 120 328 130 100 _ 120
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CHAPTER 4: SITE ANALYSIS
4.1 Location and Setting of Site21

Site Location
The site lies nearby Begnas Lake about
100m distant away, on the way to road
heading to Rupakot which is about 15km
east from Pokhara city. It is quite irregular
in shape and elongated in east-west
direction. Beautiful panorama view of
mountain and Begnas Lake can be seen Figure 58: Top View
from the site which is one of the famous

tourist destinations as in Pokhara City. Similarly it lies on the way to Rupa Lake and also famous
for the Royal trek. Hence the site seems to be very appropriate for my Thesis „Lakeside Resort‟.
Figure 59: Location Map
Existing Land use

About 20% north-west part of the site is used for the
construction of Resort which is the property owned by Mr.
Indra Gurung which also makes the site feasible for Resort
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construction. Different vegetation, bushes and trees are seen in remaining part of the site.
Visual Aspect
Beautiful panorama view of mountain and Begnas Lake can be taken from the site which is one
of the famous tourist destinations as in Pokhara City. Similarly it lies on the way to Rupa Lake
and also famous for the Royal trek. Hence the site seems to be very appropriate for my Thesis
„Lakeside Resort‟.
Figure 61: Panoramic View from Site
Vegetation and Landscape

Vegetation is one of the greatest assets of the site for natural and energy efficient design. The
landscape is fairly flexible due to the soil type. Shading is one of the important advantages of
landscaping.
Figure 62: View of Site from ground level
4.2 Existing Infrastructure

Approach Road
o The site is not so far from the main market Begnas Bazaar and Bus Park. So it is well
facilitate with good transportation.
o Water supply and Electricity
o The site is well facilitated by the water supply and electricity as there is sparsely
residence area near the site.
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Drainage
The site is on the slope so natural drainage can be adopted in the site known as Storm water
drainage system.
Communication
The site is located with the service area of Nepal Telecom and thus facilitated for
communication.
Site surrounding
Southern part of the site is touched with road and sparsely settlement can be seen from the site.
On the northern part, beautiful panorama view of Begnas Lake and Annapurna mountain range.
Also boating area lies near the site. We can see Harp fish farm on the eastern part which is
organized by Japanese company. And western part of the site is sparsely forest area.
4.3 SWOT analysis

Strength
o High tourist potential
o Scenic view of nature: Lake and Mountain view
o Sound and peaceful environment
o Free from pollution
o Easy accessible
o Public vehicle available
Figure 63: View of Begnas Bazaar
Weakness
o Site topography leads difficulty in construction
o High construction cost
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Opportunity
o No visual barrier
o Access to site from two roads
o Job opportunity to local people
Threat
o Sloppy site
o Danger of flooding and landslide
4.4 Climatic condition

The climate of a particular place plays a vital role for comfort criteria of occupants. Thoroughly
analyzes climatic data gives building guidelines also.
o Altitude of about 1200m from sea level
o Climate is sub-tropical, with hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters.
o A hot monsoon summer with large amounts of rainfall and a warm winter without much
precipitation is the characteristic pattern.
o Highest rainfall attained in the pre monsoon period from June to August
 Maximum mean Temperature : 27.25◦C
 Minimum Mean Temperature : 14.7 ◦C
 Average mean temperature : 20.97 ◦C
4.5 Site Justification22

o Composed of beautiful natural scenic view of mountain as in Pokhara city
o Feasible for tourist destination.
o Diversity of animals and lakes
o 5 lakes within the municipality
o Famous Royal track : (Vijayapur – Suru – Kalika Thulakot – Syanglung – Chisapani –
Rupakot – Sundari dada – Begnas Taal)
o Lies in the route of Round Annapurna which is one of the world top ten trekking route
o Possibility of Begnas Lake as the finishing point for Heritage Trek which is very
important in rural tourism
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o Proposal of ring road around the lake for site visit

o Famous for hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, bird watching, etc…
o Around Begnas only about 7 hotels are feasible for tourist (in context of infrastructure)
o No. of tourist visit to Begnas :
 From Pokhara city : 60%
 Out of Pokhara : 35%
 Out of country : 5%
4.6 Bye-laws around Begnas Lake23

o From boundary line of lake to the distant of 100m, no any construction work is allowed
o 100m – 500m area is takes as development zone
o From 100m – 200m only 30% ground coverage is allowed
o From 200m – 500m upto 50% ground coverage is allowed
o Minimum site area for construction is 4 Aana
o Ground Coverage:
 4 aana – 8 aana : 60%
 8 aana – 1 ropani : 50%
 Above 1 ropani : 40%
o Building Height:
 100m – 200m from lake : 24 Ft
 From 200m : 3 storey
o View tower should be constructed in the place where beautiful scenic view can be
observed.
o Only particular area around the lake is allowed for fishing for the attraction of tourist
o Construction of hotel, restaurant, lodge, resort should be done in response to natural
environment and local architecture.
o Different signage should be provided in the important places
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Figure 64: Proposed Site
Total Site Area: 22370 sq.m (44 Ropani)
+10m
+5m +5m
+0m
-2m +0m
-7m
Figure 65: Site Section
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CHAPTER 5: PROJECT REQUIREMENT FORMULATION
5.1 Program Analysis

The Resort is place for the tourist and visitors who are travelling for holidays and vacations. It
provides the lodging entertainment and relaxing environment, so different functions and services
should be arranged with respect to different activities of the visitors. The resort is proposed to
attract the foreigner as well as domestic tourist, to generate income source of the locality.
The area in the Resort is divided into two categories: Semi Private Zone, Private zone and
supporting unit zone. Semi private area will include Mother unit, Restaurant, Health club,
Swimming area, Children play area and souvenir shops whereas the private area include different
accommodation for the guest and visitors. And supporting unit includes housekeeping, storage,
administration and staff accommodation.
1. Semi private Zone

Mother Unit
It is the main service area in the resort so it should be located directly through the entry and at
the centre so that it can provide services uniformly to all. It includes different function like front
desk, waiting lounge, reading section, medic area, and restaurant and conference hall for
different multipurpose activities.
Health Club
Health club provides different recreational and refreshment facilities to the guest and visitors. It
should be located near the mother unit to maintain the functional linkage between each other. It
include facilities like Gym and fitness area, massage room, sauna shower, meditation hall and
swimming pool with Jacuzzi.
2. Private Zone
Accommodation Unit
This unit should be situated in such a place which will have certain level of privacy. It will serve
as guest room for the visitors and guests.
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3. Supporting unit zone

Housekeeping units
This unit provides housekeeping services in the guest room. It should be located in such a place
that there is no direct visual linkage between guest and housekeeping service. It will constitute of
food storage area, laundry service, etc.
Administration
The administration require to facilitates and run the resort smoothly. It controls the unwanted
activities in resort. It includes function like manager room, account, reception and meeting room.
Staff accommodation
This unit should have certain level of privacy. It also shouldn‟t have direct visual linkage
between guests. It includes guard quarter and manager quarter.
5.2 Detail Requirements

Area (in No. of Total
S.N Block Functional Space
sq.m) rooms area
Front desk
50.36 1 50.36
Reception Waiting area
Store 12.14 1 12.14
Money Exchange 9.89 1 9.89
Luggage counter 8.40 1 8.40
Reading Section 34.41 1 34.41
Medical Room 12.46 1 12.46
Toilet 43.82 1 43.82
Sitting area 179.71 1 179.71
Conference
Mother Unit
Green room 14.09 1 14.09

Hall
Store room 17.53 1 17.53

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Lobby 25.53 1 25.53
Dinning 155.26 1 155.26
Outdoor Dinning 231.73 1 231.73
Bar lounge 136.87 1 136.87
Toilet 43.82 1 43.82
Restaurant
Preparation 106.55 1 106.55

W. Store 9.07 1 9.07
Kitchen
D. Store 9.88 1 9.88

Disposal 3.98 1 3.98
Staff 19.04 1 19.04
Toilet 8.36 1 8.36
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Ground Floor
Main hall 175.55 1 175.55
Reception/Waiting 19.10 1 19.10
Gym Hall
Toilet/Shower 27.78 2 55.56
Locker 16.49 1 16.49
Lower Ground Floor
Sauna Sauna 22.37 2 44.74
Health Club
Bath Shower 9.48 2 18.96

Couple 22.21 2 44.42
Massage
2 Single 10.90 3 32.70
Toilet 27.78 1 27.78
Staff Room 22.12 1 22.12
Meditation/Yoga Hall 100.91 1 100.91
Locker 5.96 2 11.92
Swimming pool
Shower/Change 6.51 2 13.02

Jaccuzi 7.68 2 15.36
Toilet 3.92 2 7.84
Basin area 10.80 2 21.60
Mechanical 29.71 1 29.71
Store 29.86 1 29.86
Double
Type A Bedroom/toilet 28.05 30 841.50
bed
Accommodation
Type B Twin Bed Bedroom/toilet 29.82 9 268.38

M. bed room/T 32.31 193.86
Family
Type C Bedroom/toilet 28.26 6 169.56
3 suit
Living 17.07 102.42
M. bed room/T 38.46 230.76
Family Bedroom/toilet 27.34 164.04
Type D suit with 6
Kitchen Living 20.97 125.82
Kitchen 11.43 68.58
House Keeping 66.42 2 132.84
Storage 64.94 1 64.94
Supporting units

Manager room 28.06 1 28.06
Administration
4 Account 14.11 1 14.11

Store 4.45 1 4.45
Toilet 3.11 1 3.11
Meeting 51.11 1 51.11
Store 5.02 1 5.02
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Toilet 3.68 1 3.68

M. Bed room 34.14 1 34.14
Manager Quarter
Bedroom 27.97 1 27.97
Living room 19.34 1 19.34
Kitchen 24.54 1 24.54
Store 6.27 1 6.27
Toilet 4.84 1 4.84
M. Bed room 14.43 28.86
Guard Quarter Bedroom 13.82 27.64
Living room 10.58 2 21.16
Kitchen/Dinning 15.03 30.06
Toilet 3.48 6.96
Shops 39.91 2 79.82
Guard House 25.60 2 51.20
5.3 Functional distribution of space

Built-up Percentage
S.N Space Distribution Remark
area (Sq.m) (%)
Service block 483.79 10.54
Restaurant Block 603.12 13.13
1 Mother Unit
Locker/Shower area
Outdoor dinning 233.57 5.09
for swim below
Main block 451.12 9.82
2 Health club
Meditation Hall 101.09 2.20
Double bed suit 956.4 20.83 34 @ 39.85
Twin bed Suit 403.86 8.80 9 @ 44.87
3 Accommodation Housekeeping
Family suit 516.8 11.25
service below
Family suit with
580.56 12.64 6 @ 96.76
kit.
4 Guard Quarter 131.52 2.86 2 @ 65.76
5 Shop 79.82 1.74 2 @ 39.91
6 Guard house 50.12 1.09 2 @ 25.06
Total 4591.77 100.00
Total site area : 22370 sq. m …….. (43 Ropani)
Built-up area : 4591.77 sq. m ……. (20%)
Parking : 373.88 sq. m …….. (2%)
Children Play area : 772.46 sq. m …….. (3.5%)
Amphitheatre : 340 sq. m ………… (1.5%)
Open Space : 16291.89 sq. m …… (74%)
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CHAPTER 6: DESIGN CONCEPT
6.1 Rationale for Resort Design

Begnas Lake is also composed of beautiful natural scenic view of mountain as in Phewa lakeside
in Pokhara city. It is very famous for hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, bird watching, etc.
Also the lake lies as one of the slope of famous route “The Royal Trek” known as shortest trek
that follow a shrub like path along the foothills of Annapurna, north of the Pokhara valley. The
route of trek is Vijayapur – Suru – Kalika Thulakot – Syanglung – Chisapani – Rupakot –
Sundari dada – Begnas Taal. So Begnas Lake has high potential as tourist destination. However,
in present context, the place is not well developed in the tourism sector. From the site analysis, it
is found that there are only about 7 hotels feasible for tourist in context of infrastructure and also
no any service centres can be found nearby. So it prompted me to generate the concept of
developing Lakeside Resort which helps to fulfill all the potentialities of the site and improves
the socio-economic condition of the particular place as far as possible.
Figure 66: Royal Trek Route
The main concept is focused on creation of an enjoyable, friendly and intimate environment for
the tourist who is on the journey to discover different aspects of the different place. The design
will be done as per to create a free environment common for both foreign tourist and local tourist
with different activities making the space more lively.
6.2 Concept of Planning

As the site for the project is taken near the lakeside, I have
taken Ripple effect of Water as the concept for planning
Resort. As a ripple effect produces the flow of wave of
water from the centre, the form of the building and the way
of functional flow can be seen in similar manner from the
Figure 67: Ripple Effect of Water
centre.
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6.3 Architectural expression

As the concept for planning is taken from the ripple effect of water, basic geometrical form, i.e.
circular form is adopted for different units of the Resort. The circular form of block with curve
roof representing the ripple effect of water acts as landmark of that area without disturbing its
surrounding built environment. The volume of the building is also derived from the wave motion
of the water with curved roof. The façade of the building is also kept as white to represent as
plain as the water. Also priority is given to the large openings and glazing to represent
transparency as water in the volume to avoid the visual barrier and also with respect to the site
potential of beautiful panoramic view of mountain, lake and city. The building blocks are
planned taking in consideration of the existing contour of the site. As the site is contoured and
sloped towards north, south and west, panoramic view of mountain range and lake can be
enjoyed through split level design. Also one can have Arial view of city in the west part of the
site. The design is basically incorporated so as to give the impression as if the building has
emerged from the site.
6.4 Zoning
Zoning is followed with the division of the project into Mother Unit as main service zone, Health
club as recreation and refreshment zone, Accommodation zone for the guest and supporting zone
like housekeeping area as back of the house and other supporting units in landscape which is also
one of the important parts in designing Resort. All functions are arranged according to their
functional requirement and linkage between them is arranged in the same manner. The space is
connected through different medium such as open space, path ways, landscape and building
itself. As the site is witnessed of beautiful panoramic view of mountain, lake and city, the main
concept of zoning is done with respect to this potential. Arrangement of different function of the
resort is done to view the mountain ranges, lake and the city.
1. Main service Zone
Mother unit as main service zone is located at the centre part in the axis of entrance. This let the
visitor to have easy access to the front desk and also the main block provides uniform services to
all other functions of Health Club and Accommodation units. An open space is provided in
between for the public gathering space and also as the point of view of the lake so that one can
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have the direct view of lake from the entry. The main services provided by the main block
include the front desk, conference hall and restaurant area. The main lobby area of front desk
includes reception area, waiting lounge, money exchange area, reading section and also medical
room during an emergency. 90 people capacity of conference hall is provided with in the main
block which is also one of the important functions of Resort in present practice. The restaurant
provide the services to 60 number of people including bar, sitting lounge, snooker area and also
open dining area with the nice view of Lake and mountain range. All this function can be
directly access from the central open space.
2. Recreation and refreshment zone
Health club and fitness area is also another important function of resort. This zone include a no.
of activities like gym and fitness area, massage room, sauna shower, yoga/meditation hall and
outdoor swimming pool including indoor Jacuzzi. Main reception area is located at the centre.
One can enjoy exercising in gym hall with the panoramic view of the lake and mountain range
from large glazing window. Massage room is provided for the single and couples and separate
sauna bath to male and female and can enjoy swimming with the nice view of lake.
Outdoor landscaping part in Resort also plays vital role in good planning of recreation and
refreshment zone. Some of the outdoor activities like children play area; jogging area, fire
camping, etc are also provided outside as the landscaping element. The children can spend their
enjoyable moment in the playing area and also guest can enjoy jogging having nice panoramic
view of lake and mountain range. Also the guest in group can have memorable time night fire
camping area. Outdoor sitting space and pavilions area provided for the guest to enjoy the view
of the mountain range and lake. An amphitheatre is also provided as common gathering space
within the accommodation zone. The guests can enjoy the cultural dance in the amphitheatre.
Also provision is given to the guest of other hotels to watch the program in the amphitheatre.
3. Accommodation Units
Different accommodation services like double bed suit, twin bed suit, and family unit with
kitchenette and without kitchenette are provided for the visitors who seek for the lively and
pleasant environment. The family unit with kitchenette provides the facility to the visitor who
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prefer for the long term stay for the purpose of research and trekking with his/her family. Also
other services are provided for the one who don‟t prefer kitchen and for the couples. The
orientation of the suits is arranged in such a way that one can have beautiful outdoor view from
their room. Also common open spaces are provided as for the gathering space in the
accommodation zone.
4. Supporting Zone
Other supporting function like housekeeping units, administration unit, guard house, service
entry, etc are also important part in Resort design. Housekeeping Units provides service like
laundry facility and storage space for the foods. So it should be segregated from the direct view
from the guest, so it is located away from the main service area. Administration area is located
along with housekeeping unit for not to have direct access from the guest entry. It includes
manager room, account section and meeting and training room. The services for the staff
accommodation like guard quarter and manager quarter is provided within the same zone.
Access and entry
As the site is linked with the road, main entry is provided along with the road. The pedestrian
entry and separate vehicular entry and exit are provided in the main entrance including guard
house. Parking is provided along the entry so that it is easily linked with road. Separate space for
bike and car parking is provided and also there is provision of long term parking under roof. A
souvenir shop is provided nearby entrance so that one can buy the gift for their beloved ones and
for the memory moment before they leave the Resort. This also helps to flourish the business of
local material handicrafts of a particular place.
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Figure 68: Zoning and Linkage
Figure 69: Form Evolution Diagram
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CONCLUSION
Resort is the place for relaxation and recreation. Their functional and spatial requirement differs
from those of the public buildings, such as hotels, commercial mall, etc. So proper planning is
required while designing any resort. Proper management of landscape and space is also an
important factor for a good resort as well as inter-linkage of indoor, outdoor spaces, landscape,
proper arrangement of different functioning rooms, and placement of equipments all these should
be considered while designing.
The proposed designed resort will become one of the tourist attraction destinations in Lekhnath
municipality providing pleasing atmosphere throughout their stay. Also employment
opportunities of the particular area is extended proving job to the local people. This helps to
directly flourish the tourism business of the particular place. And the design will definitely will
help to promote the famous trekking routes of the particular area.
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 http://info@fishtail-lodge.com.np
 http://athaia.org/nepal/lekhnath.html
 http://norlingresort.com.np/
 http://welcomenepal.com/
 http://tourism.gov.np/
 www.himalayanglacier.com/trekking-in-nepal/13/the-royal-trek.htm‎
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ANNEXES
o Thesis drawings
o Model Photographs
o 3D Views
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Model Photographs
Figure 70: Model View – Northwest
Figure 71: Model View - Northeast
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Figure 72: Model View – Southwest
Figure 73: Model View - Southeast
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Figure 74: Top view – Northwest
Figure 75: Top view - Southeast
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3D Views
Figure 76: Bird’s eye view – Northeast
Figure 77: Bird’s eye view – Southwest
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Figure 78: View of Mother Unit
Figure 79: View of Health Club
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Figure 80: View of Double bed suit
Figure 81: View of playground
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Figure 82: View of Amphitheatre
Figure 83: View of Punctured Wall
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Figure 84: View of Swimming Pool
Figure 85: View of Pavillion
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Figure 86: View of Parking
Figure 87: View of Jogging Track
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Figure 88: Interior view – Double bed suit
Figure 89: Interior view – Twin bed suit
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Lakeside Resort at Begnas Lake

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................... 1

1.1 Project Background ............................................................................................................... 1

1.1.1 Resort Scenario in Nepal ............................................................................................... 1

1.1.2 Tourism in Nepal ........................................................................................................... 2

1.1.3 Major tourist activities ................................................................................................... 3

1.1.4 Major Tourism Site ........................................................................................................ 6

1.2 Project Introduction .............................................................................................................. 9

1.3 Justification of study area (Site) ........................................................................................... 9

1.4 Significance of the project .................................................................................................. 10

1.5 Aims and Objectives ........................................................................................................... 10

1.6 Scope of the project ............................................................................................................ 10

1.7 Methodology of the research .............................................................................................. 11

CHAPTER 2: STUDIES AND RESEARCH ............................................................................... 13

2.1 Literature Review................................................................................................................ 13

2.1.1 Introduction to Resort .................................................................................................. 13

2.1.2 Types of resort ............................................................................................................. 14

2.1.3 Basic theory of Resort Planning .................................................................................. 16

2.2 Design Considerations ........................................................................................................ 19

CHAPTER 3: CASE STUDIES.................................................................................................... 30

3.1 Domestic Case studies ........................................................................................................ 30

3.1.1 Fish Tail Lodge, Pokhara ............................................................................................. 30

3.1.2 The Fulbari Resort, Pokhara ........................................................................................ 36

3.1.3 Grand Norling Hotel‟s Resort, Kathmandu ................................................................. 43

3.2 International Case Study ..................................................................................................... 46

3.2.1 Kiana Resort, Costarica .............................................................................................. 46

3.3 Comparison Table ............................................................................................................... 48

CHAPTER 4: SITE ANALYSIS .................................................................................................. 49

4.1 Location and Setting of Site ................................................................................................ 49

4.2 Existing Infrastructure ........................................................................................................ 50

4.3 SWOT analysis ................................................................................................................... 51

4.4 Climatic condition............................................................................................................... 52

4.5 Site Justification .................................................................................................................. 52

4.6 Bye-laws around Begnas Lake............................................................................................ 53

CHAPTER 5: PROJECT REQUIREMENT FORMULATION................................................... 55

5.1 Program Analysis ................................................................................................................ 55

5.2 Detail Requirements............................................................................................................ 56

5.3 Functional distribution of space .......................................................................................... 58

CHAPTER 6: DESIGN CONCEPT ............................................................................................. 59

6.1 Rationale for Resort Design ................................................................................................ 59

6.2 Concept of Planning ............................................................................................................ 59

6.3 Architectural expression ..................................................................................................... 60

6.4 Zoning ................................................................................................................................. 60

Figure 1: Tourist arrival by purpose of visit 2012 ........................................................................................ 2

Figure 49: Bird Eye View ........................................................................................................................... 46

1.1 Project Background

1.1.1 Resort Scenario in Nepal1

1.1.2 Tourism in Nepal2

Figure 2: Tourist arrival by age group

1.1.3 Major tourist activities3

1.1.4 Major Tourism Site4

1.2 Project Introduction

1.3 Justification of study area (Site)6

1.4 Significance of the project

1.5 Aims and Objectives

1.6 Scope of the project

1.7 Methodology of the research

VI. Site analysis

Figure 5: Research Methodology

CHAPTER 2: STUDIES AND RESEARCH

2.1 Literature Review

2.1.1 Introduction to Resort7

2.1.2 Types of resort