Anantara Zanzibar Oord en Residensies deur Karla Seliman

Die ontwerp Anantara Zanzibar Oord en Residensies deur Karla Seliman is 'n hoogs gewaardeerde wenner van die baie prestigieuese 2026 A' Design Award in Silwer in die Gasvryheid, Ontspanning, Reis en Toerisme Ontwerp-kompetisiekategorie.

SilwerGasvryheid· 2026

Anantara Zanzibar Oord en Residensies

deur Karla Seliman

Kliënt: Infinity Design and Architecture

Wenner van die A' Design Award in Silwer in die Gasvryheid-kategorie

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Die Ontwerp

Oor Anantara Zanzibar Oord en Residensies

Anantara Zanzibar is 'n strandfront-oord en residensiesprojek geleë in Nungwi, aan die kus van Zanzibar, met uitsig oor die Indiese Oseaan. Die ontwerp kombineer plaaslike erfenis met moderne gemak. Kalkgewaste mure, gekerfde houtdeure, handgeweefde traliewerkskerms en plaaslik verkrygde koraalklip word deurgaans gebruik. Binnehowe, paviljoene en stoepe verbind binne- en buiteruimtes. Die villas sluit privaat swembaddens, versonke vuurkuile en lagunedekke in. Die uitleg lei gaste van oop sosiale areas na stil toevlugsoorde.

Die Erkenning

Oor die A' Design Award in Silwer

Anantara Zanzibar Oord en Residensies is 'n wenner van die A' Design Award in Silwer, 'n buitengewoon prestigieuse erkenning wat toegeken word aan topklas-, pragtige en indrukwekkende ontwerpe. Wenners in Silwer is geweldig briljante en uiters kreatiewe werke wat die uitstaande kundigheid, talent en skerpsinnigheid van hul ontwerpers illustreer. Daar word verwag dat Anantara Zanzibar Oord en Residensies 'n wonderlike vertoonstuk is wat merkwaardig professioneel en diepgaande innoverend is. Hierdie ontwerp wat die A' Design Award in Silwer gewen het, is 'n hoogs noemenswaardige, bewonderde uitvinding wat die grense van kuns, wetenskap, ontwerp en tegnologie bevoordeel en uitbrei. Anantara Zanzibar Oord en Residensies is 'n wyd beny skepping wat begeertes oproep, positiewe gevoelens bring en verbasing en verwondering wek.

Agter die Ontwerp

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Unieke Eienskappe: The Anantara Zanzibar Resort & Residences is a five-star beachfront development blending contemporary elegance with Zanzibar’s heritage. Architectural details such as limewashed walls, carved doors, lattice screens, and coral stone are paired with modern comfort. Spacious villas with private pools, sunken firepits, and saltwater lagoons highlight cultural authenticity while setting a new benchmark for luxury design in East Africa.
Afmetings & Verpakking: Hotel suites range from 57.5–62 sqm, one-bedroom villas at 240 sqm, two-bedroom villas at 360 sqm, and three-bedroom residences at 485 sqm across two levels. The penthouse spans 175 sqm, while royal suites measure 115 sqm. All layouts prioritize ergonomic flows, generous indoor–outdoor connections, and Anantara’s global spatial planning standards.
Etikette: Zanzibar, Luxury Resort, Branded Residences, Beachfront Villas, Swahili Architecture, Coastal Design, Tropical Retreat, Contemporary Elegance, Anantara, East Africa
Produksietegnologie: The design employs locally sourced coral stone, mangrove poles, carved timber doors, and handwoven lattice screens, paired with modern construction methods. Finishes include limewashed walls, fluted wood detailing, brushed metal, veined marble, and weathered stone, all selected for authenticity, durability, and timeless appeal.
Ontwerpuitdaging: The main challenge was balancing local craftsmanship and heritage expression with international five-star hospitality standards. Constraints included sourcing authentic materials, ensuring environmental integration, and adapting vernacular motifs to modern construction techniques. Overcoming these created a design that is both culturally grounded and globally aspirational.
Navorsing: Architectural research combined contextual analysis, vernacular studies, and market demand assessments. Objectives were to fuse Swahili heritage with modern hospitality. Methods included site surveys, material sourcing, and cultural consultations with local artisans. Insights revealed demand for authentic ultra-luxury resorts in Zanzibar, shaping a design that bridges heritage and contemporary global standards.
Inspirasie: The project is inspired by Zanzibar’s raw natural beauty and cultural heritage, reinterpreted through a lens of modern luxury. As design director Karla Seliman explains, the vision was “born from standing alone on the island of Zanzibar, as if it were deserted, imagining how I would build an entire city from its raw, natural beauty.” Guided by this approach, the resort was crafted as an extension of nature itself, with open, flowing spaces that blur the boundaries between indoors and outdoors.
Projekduur: The project is located in Nungwi, on the northeastern coastline of Zanzibar, overlooking the Indian Ocean. Development commenced with design studies in Dubai and Zanzibar and continues toward phased realization, supported by Minor Hotels and Infinity Developments.
Bedryfsvloei: Spaces are designed as a sequence of sensory journeys, moving from open social areas to quiet retreats. Courtyards, pavilions, and verandas create natural transitions, while water features and native flora encourage exploration. Villas offer private pools, firepits, and lagoon decks, ensuring immersive and intuitive guest experiences.
Patente: Copyrights belong to Infinity Design and Architecture, 2025
Spanlede: Karla Seliman (Design Director), Osama Al-Hajjar (Principal Architect), Rohit Al Manzalji, Isa Ahmed Isa, Bisher Alatiah, Yazan Zaem, Ian Iglesias
Beeldkrediete: Image #1: Infinity Design and Architecture, Anantara Zanzibar Master Plan, 2025.