Sanctuary

Imperfect sustainabiltiy was a concept introduced to us by a friend. The idea that we can be more concious and considered even if it's not perfect. Every stone was lovingly selected for its natural beauty and colour. Each piece of wood including the windows and doorframes are either antique, reclaimed or recycled for this build and all roof tiles were second hand. With minimal new construction materials used. 

For this wonder to become a reality, we refused to destroy nature to make way for development. Pest trees have been incorporated into the landscape as boardwalks that now help to protect the natural habitats and forest floors. Whilst all other trees have been kept and preserved and even feature in some of the buildings! We have literally built around nature! So it was all off the plan, as nature provided the blueprints for us.

The vision may have been ours, but the project has been lovingly created and put together by a team of local craftsmen. As we call Sri Lanka home, we have embraced the colourful, fruitful and ritualistic way of island life. It influences our design choices and steers us away from modern minimalism. We are harmonising with the culture and rich history of this island.