Anantara Zanzibar Resort i rezidencije – dizajner Karla Seliman

Dizajn Anantara Zanzibar Resort i rezidencije čiji je autor Karla Seliman iznimno je cijenjeni dobitnik prestižne nagrade 2026 Srebrna nagrada A' Design Award u natjecateljskoj kategoriji Ugostiteljstvo, Rekreacija, Putovanja i Turizam.

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Anantara Zanzibar Resort i rezidencije

autor/ica Karla Seliman

Klijent: Infinity Design and Architecture

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O dizajnu Anantara Zanzibar Resort i rezidencije

Anantara Zanzibar je projekt resorta i rezidencija na plaži smješten u Nungwiju, na obali Zanzibara, s pogledom na Indijski ocean. Dizajn spaja lokalnu baštinu s modernom udobnošću. U cijelom projektu koriste se zidovi obrađeni vapnenim premazom, rezbarena drvena vrata, ručno tkane rešetkaste pregrade i koraljni kamen iz lokalnih izvora. Dvorišta, paviljoni i verande povezuju unutarnje i vanjske prostore. Vile uključuju privatne bazene, upuštena ognjišta i terase uz lagunu. Prostorni raspored vodi goste od otvorenih društvenih prostora do mirnih utočišta.

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O nagradi Srebrna nagrada A' Design Award

Anantara Zanzibar Resort i rezidencije je pobjednik Srebrne nagrade A' Design Award, izuzetno prestižnog priznanja koje se dodjeljuje vrhunskim, veličanstvenim i dojmljivim dizajnima. Srebrni pobjednici iznimno su briljantna i vrlo kreativna djela koja ilustriraju izuzetnu stručnost, talent i oštroumnost svojih dizajnera. Očekuje se da Anantara Zanzibar Resort i rezidencije bude divno, reprezentativno djelo koje je izuzetno profesionalno i duboko inovativno. Ovaj dizajn koji je osvojio Srebrnu nagradu A' Design Award vrlo je zapažen, nadaleko cijenjen izum koji koristi i pomiče granice umjetnosti, znanosti, dizajna i tehnologije. Anantara Zanzibar Resort i rezidencije je kreacija kojoj se mnogi dive i zavide, koja budi želje, donosi pozitivne osjećaje i raspiruje čuđenje i divljenje.

Iza dizajna

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Zasluge, članovi tima i tehnički detalji koje je dostavio dizajner.

Jedinstvena svojstva: 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.
Dimenzije i pakiranje: 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.
Oznake: Zanzibar, Luxury Resort, Branded Residences, Beachfront Villas, Swahili Architecture, Coastal Design, Tropical Retreat, Contemporary Elegance, Anantara, East Africa
Proizvodna tehnologija: 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.
Dizajnerski izazov: 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.
Istraživanje: 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.
Inspiracija: 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.
Trajanje projekta: 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.
Tijek rada: 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.
Patenti: Copyrights belong to Infinity Design and Architecture, 2025
Članovi tima: Karla Seliman (Design Director), Osama Al-Hajjar (Principal Architect), Rohit Al Manzalji, Isa Ahmed Isa, Bisher Alatiah, Yazan Zaem, Ian Iglesias
Zasluge za fotografije: Image #1: Infinity Design and Architecture, Anantara Zanzibar Master Plan, 2025.