SHREYAS RETREAT

It is a boutique retreat situated about 35km from the centre of Bangalore. The retreat host 14 rooms
spread across 22acres of 300 coconut plantation, Gardens and paddy fields.

Location : Neelamangala, Bangalore

Site area : 22 acres / 90177sq.m

Architect : Pratap Malik and associates, Delhi

Age : Since 2002

Accredit : 4 star Ayurvedic health resort

Surrounding area : Predominantly Agricultural lands

No of rooms : 15

Parking space : 20 cars

Built up : 2500sq.m

Plot coverage : 20 %

Site master plan and overall planning :

Land use analysis : The retreat is spread horizontally on the 22 acres of land which consist of 3% of
ground cover, 79% of landscaping and recreational area and 18% of circulation space and other
facilities.

The zoning of the resort is regular and balanced and the site is irregular in shape.

The goal of the overall site planning takes a curvilinear movement through the site to achieve the
concept of traditional architecture through landscape.

Landscape occupies 79% of the total site area

The built form is spread across the site.

The pedestrian zones are an efficient layout spread in a curvilinear form through the site.

Interior detailing :

The interior have a contemporary Indian style.

Vernacular elements of architecture such as the antique doorways and stone pillars. This strong
balance of the two style reflects in the overall design, material selection and fixtures.

Disadvantages :

The resort has 14 rooms and can accommodate one 25 people at a time on sharing basis. This
creates more demand on terms of user occupancy but limits thee availability of space for the guest
during peak season.
Advantages :

In design , aesthetics, services and comfort level. The cottages are spread over 25 acres giving
complete privacy to each and every guest.

Main block :

The main block is near to the reception. It consists of Living room, dining room, kitchen and 3 pool
side cottages .

Pool side cottages : ( 40 to 50sq.m )

The 3 pool side cottages overlooking the signature antique - pillared entrance, infinity pool
surrounded by flowering , an outdoor Jacuzzi and the central courtyard of the retreat.

Dining : ( 50sq.m )

It is near to the infinity pool and next to main lobby. It can accommodate 12 people at a time.

Kitchen is Placed next to the dining area.

Living room : ( 60sq.m )

Dining tent : Tent style dining hall with north light and pyramidal roof.

Tents : (45sq.m) – 8 elegantly designed tents are set in a peaceful environment. Each tent
accommodates two people, and has an en suite bathroom that open into a private walled courtyard.

Yoga and meditation hall : (300sq.m)

The open air ambience was created ,so as to be in touch with the natural elements.

The rejuvenation spa and massage therapy :

Rejuvenation massage therapies drawn from diverse cultures such as India, Indonesia and Thailand.