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This Retreat With an Open Air Restaurant is Hidden in a Coffee Estate | Jyaamiti Architectural Studio

Nestled on the outskirts of Chikmagalur, Karnataka, this retreat with an open-air restaurant is hidden in a coffee estate. Departing from conventional architectural norms, it is a sanctuary spanning 27,973 square meters that offers an immersive journey. However, it gradually unfolds its wonders, akin to nature’s gentle embrace.

“A great building must begin with the immeasurable, must go through measurable means when it is being designed, and in the end, must be unmeasured – Louis khan’”.

This Retreat With an Open Air Restaurant is Hidden in a Coffee Estate | Jyaamiti Architectural Studio

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Design Approach

Unlike the typical structures that greet visitors with an immediate glimpse of their interior, Vismita County’s entrance takes a different approach. Additionally, winding paths, flanked by lush foliage, guide visitors, tantalizing their senses with the promise of discovery.

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The architecture, seamlessly integrated into the sloping terrain, reveals itself gradually, unveiling interconnected modules that harmonize with the natural landscape.

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Material Choice

The selection of materials for Vismita County is however a careful balance of textures and tones, enhancing its aesthetic allure.

Brick cladding, complemented by ivory-textured paint, infuses the edifice with warmth and character, seamlessly blending it with its verdant surroundings, as a result of it.

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Spatial Planning

The client’s vision meticulously aligns spatial planning within Vismita County, offering a fusion of functionality and elegance.

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Additionally, open-air restaurants and bars, bathed in warm light, provide panoramic views of the tranquil pool. Whereas, a cycling track encircles a serene pond, maximizing usability within a minimal footprint.

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Cottages

Additionally, the cottages, epitomes of luxury and comfort, are ingeniously categorized into three distinct types. Each is tailored to meet varied preferences and requirements. Regardless of classification, every dwelling reflects a commitment to opulence without compromise.

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As a result, Vismita County encapsulates a vision of architectural excellence, seamlessly blending with its stunning natural surroundings.

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However, it serves as a testament to the symbiotic relationship between built form and landscape. Here the tangible meets the intangible, and the measurable converges with the boundless.

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As a result, Vismita County transcends the realm of mere destination—it is an experience, a harmonious blend of architectural ingenuity and natural splendor.

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Guests are however invited to immerse themselves in its beauty and tranquility, to wander through its winding paths and uncover its hidden wonders. Here, architecture and nature intertwine, creating a space where moments of serenity and inspiration abound.

In Vismita County, every corner tells a story—a narrative of exploration and discovery, where the journey itself becomes as enchanting as the destination.

Conclusion

It is a place where one can pause, breathe, and reconnect with the rhythms of nature, while finding solace in the seamless harmony between the man-made and the natural world.

As visitors traverse through its verdant expanses, they become part of this narrative, weaving their own stories into the fabric of Vismita County.

In summary, here amidst the whispers of the wind and the rustle of leaves, one finds not just a retreat, but a sanctuary—a haven for the soul, where the beauty of nature and the brilliance of architecture converge in perfect harmony.

Fact File

Designed by: Jyaamiti Architectural Studio

Project Type: Commercial Building

Project Name: Jyaamiti Architectural Studio

Location: Chikmagalur, Karnataka

Year Built: 2020

Duration of the project: 3 Years

Built-up Area: 27157 Sq.ft

Principal Architect: Ar. Ashray Gowda

Team Design Credits: Tanmayi Mahesh & Viditha Bhandary

Photograph Courtesy: Shamanth Patil

Products / Materials / Vendors: Wallcovering / Cladding – Brick / Construction Materials – Concrete, Steel and Glass / Windows – Aluminium / Flooring – Vitrified Tiles

Firm’s Website Link: Jyaamiti Architectural Studio

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