Designed by architect firm Sicart-Smith, Suan Kachamudee is a boutique resort that lies in the hills of Thailand. Suan Kachamudee task is an one of a kind and comfortable “boutique” resort of Thailand. Spotted on archdaily, the architects has developed the architecture of the project (not including the interior design) and the Project Manager “9PM” has taking care of the overall construction process with local contractor. The design has been initiated in 2013 and the project has been completed in early 2015. The main idea behind the project was to create a contrast between the buildings and the rocks. As a result, the dwellings appear as irregular sharp white blocks, heavily contrasting the site’s massive round black granite stones. The buildings are split into various units and distributed along the slope, minimizing the density perception and fitting in among the existing granite rocks. A tranquil retreat, the resort is set in the trendiest corner of Koh Samui, surrounded by amazing beaches and main attractions,
Sharp White Blocks Contrast Nature in Thailand: Suan Kachamudee Resort
Suan Kachamudee project is an unique and cozy “boutique” resort located on the East Coast of Koh Samui Island in Chaweng Noi, Thailand. The project is located on a hill with a breath-taking view and with very strong constraints: a slope over 50%, large and numerous granite rocks, and lush vegetation. The principle thought was to make a complexity between the structures and the stones. The structures are sporadic sharp white squares lay on the lush scene interestingly with the current huge round dark rock stones. The white blocks are split in various units, distributed a long the slope of the site, minimizing the density perception, and adjusting their location to the existing granite rocks, as well to preserve the existing vegetation. Besides, the design of the white shell is not a simple game of shape. They are a shell that has been studied carefully in regards to the solar protection under tropical climate. The guests arrive to the Reception / SPA building that provide an amazing view to the sea. The path leads them to the main building, with a swimming pool located in the core. The bedroom units, with their own private terraces, are spread around the property. The bedroom units with their own private terraces are spread around the main building. [photography by Anne Sophie Maestracci]
