Timarai Bamboo Beach Resort:-

The Timarai Bamboo Beach Resort in Costa Rica (was) a great example of green architecture with Guadua
bamboo. The use of 100% eco friendly building materials and the adapting to its natural surroundings (not
the other way around) made this bamboo construction project a unique reference point in the region.
Timarai which stands for: Tierra – Mar – Aire (Land, Sea, Air) was located on Playa Palo Seco beach and
was designed by architect Esperanza Callego and Colombian engineer Alejandro Restrepo. Timarai
obtained the 1ste price in the 2005 National Architectural Contest.
Dekasang Resort:-
Dekasang is a traditional-styled resort seated in the river island of
Majuli. It presents a sense of calmness and serenity away from
the local chaos. The resort offers a unique staying option for
nature lovers or simply for travellers wanting a weekend out from
the city. This eco-friendly resort providesDekasang is a with
a fabulous retreat traditional-styled resort seated in
all the basic facilities one can ask for. Especially with the Luit
River, a tributary of River Brahmaputrathe riveroutside
that flows island
the of Majuli. It presents a sense of
resort gives a soothing experience. The guests can explore some
calmness and serenity away from the local
attractions on the island such as Satra's. There are a number of
them but most prominent are Garmur chaos. TheSriresort
Satra (2.3km), Sri offers a unique staying option
Auniati Satra (10 km).
for nature lovers or simply for travellers wanting
a weekend out from the city. This eco-friendly
resort provides a fabulous retreat with all the
basic facilities one can ask for. Especially with
the Luit River, a tributary of River Brahmaputra
that flows outside the resort gives a soothing
experience. The guests can explore some
attractions on the island such as Satra's. There
are a number of them but most prominent are
Garmur Satra (2.3km), Sri Sri Auniati Satra (10
km).
Alila Villas Soori Resort-Bali

Location: Tabanan Regency, Bali, Indonesia

Site area: 22,000 Sq mt.
Architects: SCDA Architects

About Resort:

• Alila Villas Soori is located just 10 minutes from Tanah Lot Temple, one of Bali's
most sacred and most visited temples, and less than an hour from Ngurah Rai
International Airport. It lies within the Tabanan Regency, one of Bali's most fertile
and picturesque regions.
• Here, the landscape ranges from volcanic mountains and verdant rice terraces to
beautiful blacksand beaches overlooking the Indian Ocean, surrounding you with
beautiful panoramic vistas.
• The luxurious villas are perfectly positioned to enjoy panoramic ocean views and
breezes. Multiple levels of interconnected space flow from the arrival courtyard
right onto the beach.

• A mixture of villa types were sensitively designed and careful consideration was given to each villa plan and its built form and details to create comfortable, energy
efficient resort style living. Comprising a top tier boutique hotel, a destination sap and 2 restaurants.
• Alila Villas Soori is located just 10 minutes from Tanah Lot Temple, one of Bali's most sacred and most visited temples, and less than an hour from Ngurah Rai
International Airport. It lies within the Tabanan Regency, one of Bali's most fertile and picturesque regions.
Concept:

• The design approach for the resort was done keeping the climatic condition as prior.
• Solar-orientation & Air Movement were the major aspects taken into consideration while designing.
• Materials used were Timber & sukabumi stone.
• The major building orientation is towards the north-south direction. Some are tilted a few degrees to the east to incorporate the morning sun.
• Openings were maximized on north-south face to encourage filtered natural light into the building whilst minimizing large openings on west side to reduce heat gain
during daytime.
• Provision of overhanging roof eaves, roof screen systems and deep ledges were employed to reduce heat from direct sunlight.
• Operable windows are provided on at least two sides of each room plan, and on each end of the villa to encourage effective cross ventilation and to bring in natural
air to the interior spaces  Cross ventilation to all room interiors would provide natural cooling and sufficient fresh air intake in room to minimize CO2 level, thus
reducing the reliance on air conditioning systems.
• In addition to the siting aspect and layout design of the villas, several other design elements and materials were intentionally selected to control the buildings on a
micro climate level: provision of a 2nd layer of timer trellis on villa roof would minimize direct heat absorption to the roof itself; the actual roof incorporates
additional insulation to further reduce heat gain internally.
• Material finishes used are ‘cool colors’ in both the paint and stone selections to minimize the absorption of thermal energy, local materials selected naturally respond
to the local climate.
• Location of planters and position of low shrubs and taller trees are aptly placed to maximize wind flow through villa and common spaces, thus avoiding creation of
wind barriers.
• It sits above the beachfront pool villa and uses a cantilevered pool edge and linear planter to maintain privacy. An abundance of planters, a large pool and
shaded pavilion are integrated to ‘cool’ the villa while full height sliding doors and windows open up for natural light and ventilation.
• The villas are characterized by the interplay of materials which flow from the interior to exterior spaces. Smooth terrazzo walls and floors are combined with
hand brushed natural timber screens, soft silk upholstery and custom designed dark stained timber furniture to form a serene internal space.
• The villas were located in such manner that it faces the sea and gives the feel of being connected to nature. The same hierarchy is followed in the design.
• The material used for the construction is modern but the architect has designed in a way that the essence of the vernacular architecture is not lost.