ENVI Lodges reveals design of upcoming property in Saudi Arabia

ENVI Lodges reveals design of upcoming property in Saudi Arabia

GCC-based luxury eco-lodge management company ENVI Lodges has revealed a first glance of its upcoming debut property in Saudi Arabia. ENVI Al Nakheel is a luxury sustainable lodge in Saudi Arabia’s UNESCO World Heritage listed Al Ahsa Oasis. Scheduled to open next year, the brand’s launch project is being constructed in a traditional date-palm farm and will offer 25 eco-lodging pods with one- and two-bedrooms, as well as an arrival pavilion, a farm-to-table dining concept, café, spa, kids’ club, and swimming pool. ENVI focuses on low-impact alternative accommodation and hence this property reflects that too. Thai-based Fractal Architects has designed the pods and guest facilities which will blend with the colours and textures of the farm and its surrounding landscape, while interior design firm, Kristina Zanic Consultants, has developed the interiors which are inspired by the architectural heritage of the Al Ahsa region. Fractal has taken a ‘plant-based architecture’ approach, reportedly inspired by the patterns of the date palm’s trunk, fronds and leaves. Referencing the region’s traditional mud-brick architecture, mud and straw will be combined to provide a textured finish with earthy tones. The architecture and interiors will incorporate sustainable building practices and organic materials, integrating, where possible, natural elements