Wabi-sabi style, a minimalist style, these popular architectural design styles actually refer to concept of natural design. Based on this, modernized "wild luxury" hotel was once in demand by people.
If you observe closely, it won't be hard to find that roofs of many of world famous tropical wild luxury hotels are made from local materials and made from thatch.
Why is that?
Three Monkeys Restaurant
The building itself is not a hotel, but a restaurant. Not only is roof paved with straw, but supporting structure is made of bamboo.
Because straw is waterproof and has little weight load, it is very suitable for use in tropical areas.
The straw is laid under terrace as an eaves, which can play a role in rapid drainage.
Zuri Hotel Zanzibar
The roof is made of straw, and natural wood forms an open and transparent space, integrated with environment.
From furniture to decorations, they are all made from local natural materials with a strong cultural feel.
The restaurant and public areas are also mostly finished with rattan and hemp materials, creating a casual and natural effect.
Castle Island Resort
This is an independent hotel, also located on the tropical coast, consisting of only five small huts.
The frame is made from local thin bamboo and roof is thatched. The lines are simple and smooth, comfortable and pleasant.
The restaurant is a hyperbolic shell that creates an undulating ceiling and a rhythmic view of rooftop.
All natural materials form a quiet and comfortable semi-open public space.
In fact, people have been using thatch to make roofs for tens of millions of years. In addition to domes, they can also build various styles such as slopes, spiers, and waves.
The thatched roof house blends well with local natural environment, and is also a kind of real environmental protection material.