Hospitality

Sila Resort, Banglore

Sila Resort, a Bali-inspired retreat in Chikmagalur’s coffee estates, offers over 25 luxury cottages with jacuzzis, a mountain-facing pool, spa, restaurants, and outdoor activities. Designed on steep terrain with minimal environmental impact, it blends tropical aesthetics, sustainability, and modern comfort for families and couples seeking immersive escapes.

The resort is envisioned as a destination that harmonises comfort and nature. Luxury cottages—each with private jacuzzis and open balconies—are carefully nestled into the hillside, ensuring privacy and uninterrupted views of the valley. The central spine of the masterplan features a reception, pool deck, spa, and dining facilities, all oriented to maximise mountain vistas while blending seamlessly with the site’s contours.

Sustainability is the foundation of the development. Local materials, passive cooling techniques, and minimal cut-and-fill strategies allow the resort to integrate with the terrain rather than alter it. The tropical design language, inspired by Bali, uses bamboo, stone, and timber detailing to create immersive experiences while preserving the natural ecosystem. Outdoor activities such as nature trails, bonfires, and coffee estate walks reinforce its eco-tourism ethos.

Location:
Banglore, India
Services:
Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design, Landscape Design
Collaboratos:
Graha, DPlusM
Status:
Ongoing

Challenge

  • Steep Topography
    The hilly site required careful terracing and contour-sensitive planning to avoid excessive excavation and soil disturbance.
  • Sustainability Mandate
    Client emphasis on minimal environmental footprint demanded innovative structural and construction approaches using local, renewable materials.
  • Integration of Luxury with Ecology
    Balancing high-end amenities (jacuzzis, spa, pool decks) with ecological sensitivity required precise spatial placement and concealed services.
  • Thematic Coherence
    Translating a Balinese theme into an Indian hillside context called for adaptive design solutions—importing the essence of Bali while grounding it in local culture and resources.
  • Access & Infrastructure
    Designing safe circulation routes for guests and service access in steep terrain while maintaining views and privacy was a major planning and engineering exercise.