Bulgari Resort & Villas, Dubai, UAE

    The Bulgari’s resort on Dubai’s manmade Jumeirah Bay Island is an exclusive waterfront hotel development and residential community with a private beach. 

    The landscape was inspired by the patterns created by gently lapping waves along the shore, tying in with ACPV Architect’s coral inspired buildings. The hotel’s guest spaces are a series of jewels connected by a necklace of lush walkways, evoking references to the luxury brand’s first resort.

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    Four Seasons

    Set along 270 meters of natural beachfront, this hotel is set in a tropical oasis with the waters of the Arabian Gulf on one side and Dubai’s iconic cityscape on the other.

    A canopy of towering palms and verdant foliage divides two lagoon style pools, lined with private cabanas. Consistent design language and thoughtful touches make this a luxurious haven in Dubai.

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    Grand Hyatt Kuwait

    This award-winning Hotel blends with the neighbouring 360 Mall; a fluid and walkable landscape with a bespoke design language effortlessly links the two, and healthy living is further encouraged as the Grand Hyatt also adjoins the Sheikh Jaber Abdullah Al Jaber Al Sabah International Tennis Complex with the world’s second Rafa Nadal Tennis Academy.

    Including an exclusive spa garden, a rigorous shade strategy for the whole development formed the basis of a landscape with thermal comfort as a principal goal, encouraging day round activity and fostering a sense of community.

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    Hudayriyat Mar Vista – Bab Al Nojoum

    Hudayriyat Island was once home to Arabian pearl divers. Now, it’s a remarkable new community and lifestyle destination.

    By combining a beach-front glamping site (Bab Al Nojoum), sports complex, lively restaurant zone and sensitive heritage walk, Hudariyat brings many aspects of landscape interpretation and education to a new generation in an accessible, engaging, immersive and innovative way.

     

    The festival lawn, play areas, beach cinema and community bonfire space reflect a relaxed rural vernacular. ‘Glamping’ tents, camper vans and tent pitches provide for both groups of friends and families to share in the ocean views, lush greenery, open skies and social atmosphere.

    Lustica Bay Resort

    Referencing the traditional vernacular and intricate winding street patterns, this resort echoes the local organic, rustic character and harmoniously sits alongside the nearby villages.

    Taking full advantage of the dramatic coastline with far reaching views over the Adriatic Sea the architecture clings to the mountain side, nestling between the existing rich coastal planting.

     

    Visitors will find moments of discovery and intrigue created by the interplay of narrow lanes threading between buildings and opening into courtyards and plazas of mottled paving.

    Mango House Seychelles

    Mango House was originally built by celebrated photographer Gian Paolo Barbieri.

    Cracknell assisted in transforming this magnificent private home into an exclusive boutique resort, maintaining the intimate feel and celebrating the life and work of Barbieri.

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    Maskaliya Villa

    A luxury boutique hotel nestled on the steep slopes of the Sri Lankan tea plantations.

    Arriving via helicopter, guests enjoy a dramatic aerial view of the hotel. Entering the resort lobby, extraordinary views of the valley over the infinity pools are revealed. External pool terraces, spa pools and water features all contribute to the exclusive landscape setting.

    Oberoi Beach Resort

    This stunning hospitality destination within the Al Zorah masterplan is framed by one million square metres of protected mangroves, with pristine white sand beaches and lagoons that nurture exceptional biodiversity, including sixty species of bird, a fish nursery and offshore coral.

    The Resort has been thoughtfully designed as a retreat that offers sophisticated contemporary architecture, beautifully connected guest spaces, and a natural palette that harmonises with panoramic ocean vistas.

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    Shis Village Resort

    Nestled in the Khor Fakkan mountains, the Wadi Shis heritage and recreational development invites visitors to explore a traditional way of life with the help of contemporary interpretation and modern facilities.

    A new highway and rest station accompany a newly activated wadi with controlled water retention, allowing visitors to kayak through an unfolding wadi landscape opening out to a dramatic reservoir. Use of local materials and building techniques preserve and enhance the historic local vernacular, creating a respectful and sensitive resort setting.