Nirvana Guraidhoo
About This Project
A boutique hospitality retreat on Guraidhoo Island that draws from the Maldivian vernacular — open-air circulation, coral stone materiality, and a direct relationship between built form and the Indian Ocean horizon. The design prioritises cross-ventilation and shaded outdoor gathering spaces, creating an architecture that belongs to its place.
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Design Highlights
- Open-air pavilion structures with thatched roofing
- Coral stone and reclaimed teak material palette
- Infinity-edge pool integrated with natural rock formations
- Cross-ventilated guest suites oriented toward prevailing winds
“SD Studio understood the island context in a way we hadn't seen before. They designed with the wind, the tide, and the light — not against them.”
— Abdulla Rasheed
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