A long-time design partner to the property, OBMI has played a key role in shaping Oil Nut Bay’s architectural identity from bespoke villas and amenity spaces to the resort’s guiding principles, which emphasise low-density development, natural materiality, and harmony with the landscape. Sundara Spa + Studio marks the latest chapter in the development of Oil Nut Bay as a climate-resilient sanctuary where nature, wellbeing, and high-specification design converge.
Sited in a secluded corner of the bay, Sundara Spa + Studio’s location offers both privacy and proximity to the resort’s other amenities. It also offers visitors a ‘sail in, sail out’ function, allowing boats direct access to the entrance, with the omission of railings and the provision of docking facilities. OBMI carefully selected the spa’s position to balance its isolation with its resilience to the natural surroundings. The team ensured optimal structural performance, safe wave setbacks, and minimal disruption to the surrounding reef system. The location allows for direct water access while preserving uninterrupted views, all while respecting the ecological sensitivities of the bay. This also preserves the spa’s uninterrupted sightlines into the water.
Carlos Agelet de Saracibar, Architect at OBMI, commented, “The Sundara Spa + Studio integrates into nature and respectfully anticipates its whims. It remains air tight against the winds, conserves energy, and is protected against sea surges. It is a gem of the Oil Nut Bay resort, mixing the very best of precision engineering, ambitious design credentials, and genuine visitor experience.”
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