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Kamalaya Koh Samui
· Thailand
Wellness Retreats
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A hillside wellness sanctuary on Koh Samui, built around a meditation cave and a programme model that combines physical treatments, nutrition and emotional wellbeing.
The Story
Origin
John and Karina Stewart opened Kamalaya in 2005 on a coastal site containing a cave formerly used by Buddhist monks for meditation.
Philosophy
Wellbeing is approached through physical health, emotional balance and contemplative practice, with programmes drawing on several therapeutic traditions.
Why Important
An influential model for the intimate, nature-led wellness retreat, distinct from both the medical clinic and the conventional beach resort.
Differentiation
Emotional wellbeing and personal reflection receive as much attention as exercise and body treatments.
Food Philosophy
Menus support different programme requirements while retaining Thai and wider Asian influences.
Guest Experience
Guests combine individual treatments and consultations with group movement, meditation and time in the tropical grounds.
Design Philosophy
Buildings follow the steep terrain, with vegetation, boulders and sea views shaping the experience.
Design & Architecture
Lighting
Daylight, shaded outdoor spaces and subdued evening illumination.
Materials
Timber and stone.
Architecture
Low-rise buildings are distributed across a steep coastal hillside.
Design Language
Tropical, landscape-led retreat architecture.
Interior Design
Rooms and shared spaces favour natural textures and a relaxed residential atmosphere.
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