MARIMBA SECRET GARDEN
project: hotel
location: Vilanculos, Mozambique
area: 32,000 sq ft
project team: Phōs design studio/Freefox Architecture Studio
photography: R.Burri
This project was born from the client's vision to build a hotel on the east coast of Mozambique. A wild site, isolated from civilization and far away from any traditional tourist settlement.
The challenge is to find a balance between different cultures, in respect to the local traditions; the precision and the know-how are interconnected with vibrant colors and woven natural materials, with the aim to offer to visitors a unique and comfortable experience
The ground floor is an open terrace to relax and enjoy the untouched nature. While the first floor, very private and dark, contains a minimalistic bedroom with few openings to mitigate the morning sunlight.