| Project Name | Resort at Kanjirappilly |
| Location | Kanjirappilly,Kerala |
| Client name | Mr.Jackson |
| Year of design | 2025 |
| Type | Hospitality |
| Status | On Going |
| Design Team | Ar.Rakesh Kakkoth, Ar. Gautham Padmanabhan |
| Size | 20,000 sq.ft. |
Resort at Kanjirapally
Nestled within the lush landscape of Kanjirapally, the resort is envisioned as a tranquil retreat where architecture responds to the natural contours of the site rather than reshaping them. The masterplan carefully follows the existing topography, allowing the buildings, pathways, and open spaces to step gently across the terrain while preserving mature vegetation and minimizing excavation. Traditional Kerala architectural elements—including pitched clay-tiled roofs, textured stone retaining walls, shaded verandahs, and landscaped courtyards—are reinterpreted through a contemporary design language, creating an environment that feels both familiar and timeless.
The arrival sequence gradually unfolds through landscaped pathways and stone-lined ramps, leading guests into a central courtyard that forms the social heart of the resort. Guest villas are thoughtfully positioned to ensure privacy while maintaining visual connections with gardens, water bodies, and the surrounding greenery. A banquet hall, swimming pool, recreational spaces, and outdoor gathering areas are carefully integrated into the masterplan, creating a seamless balance between hospitality, leisure, and nature. The layout takes advantage of the site’s changing levels to organize circulation efficiently while preserving uninterrupted views and a peaceful atmosphere.
Climate-responsive design is central to the project. Deep roof overhangs, naturally ventilated corridors, shaded terraces, and landscaped courts provide thermal comfort throughout the year while reducing dependence on mechanical cooling. By combining regional architectural traditions with sensitive site planning and contemporary hospitality design, the resort creates an immersive destination where guests experience the serenity of the landscape through every journey, courtyard, and shared space.